Table 4.
Personal protective equipment used during handling of 2,4-D by Kansas County Noxious Weed Applicator study participants.
| Variable | Application n (%) | Mixing n (%) | Other activitiesan (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boots | |||
| Yes | 2 (1%) | 3 (1%) | 0 (0%) |
| No | 334 (99%) | 333 (99%) | 336 (100%) |
| Gloves | |||
| Yes | 60 (18%) | 154 (46%) | 1 (<1%) |
| No | 276 (82%) | 182 (54%) | 335 (100%) |
| Goggles | |||
| Yes | 2 (1%) | 36 (11%) | 0 (0%) |
| No | 334 (99%) | 300 (89%) | 336 (100%) |
| Mask | |||
| Yes | 12 (4%) | 64 (19%) | 0 (0%) |
| No | 324 (96%) | 272 (81%) | 336 (100%) |
| Suit | |||
| Yes | 16 (5%) | 67 (20%) | 13 (4%) |
| No | 320 (95%) | 269 (80%) | 323 (96%) |
N=336 days reported handling 2,4-D.
a
Other activities include unloading, cleaning, repairing, and/or maintaining.