Rule 111. Training

(1) The persons involved in handling insecticides, chemicals and toxic substances shall be arranged for suitable training in observing safety precautions and handling safety equipment provided to them in the institutes notified by the State Government from time to time.

(2) All the workers who apply, handle, transport or come into contact with agro-chemicals or other chemical substances must be trained in at least in the following subjects:-

(a) General occupational health;

Formulations, names, and the bin code action of the

(b) substances used in the case of pesticides

(c) Correct use of personal protective clothing and equipment

Preventive measures and measures for reducing damage to health and the environment, caused by the chemical

(d) substances, equipment, techniques, signage, medical examination etc.,

Emergency procedures, first aid and medical attention for

(e) cases involving poisoning or undue contact with chemical substances

Techniques for handling chemical substances and for the

(f) correct application of agro-chemicals;

Secure handling and transportation of agro-chemicals for

(g) drivers and

(h) Other necessary training suitable for the plantation

Safety under sub-section (5) of section 93