The Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (Lakshadweep) Rules, 2025
Appendix CAUTIONARY NOTICE
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(Insecticides and pesticides)
1. Chemicals handled in this plant are poisonous substances.
2. Smoking, eating food or drinking, chewing tobacco in this area is prohibited. No food
stuff or drink shall be brought in this area.
3. Some of these chemicals may be absorbed through skin and may cause poisoning.
4. A good wash shall be taken before meals.
5. A good bath shall be taken at the end of this shift.
6. Protective clothing and equipment supplied shall be used while workingin this area.
7. Containers of pesticides shall not be used for keeping food stuffs.
8. Spillage of the chemicals on any part of the body or on the floor or workbench sha\\ be
immediately washed away with water.
9. Clothing contaminated sue to splashing shall be removed immediately.
10. Scrupulous cleanliness shall be maintained in this area.
11. Do not handle pesticides with bare hands, use scoops provided with handle.
12. In case of sickness like nausea, vomiting, giddiness, the manager should be informed
who will make necessary arrangements for treatment.
13. All workers shall report for the prescribed medical tests regularly to protect their own
health