How should pant legs be positioned when wearing boots for pesticide application?

Wearing boots for pesticide application is an important safety practice, and the positioning of pant legs is crucial for maintaining a barrier between pesticides and skin. When pant legs are outside the boots, they help to prevent any pesticide splashes or spills from entering the boots, thereby protecting the feet and lower legs from chemical exposure. This positioning also allows for better airflow and comfort during application.

When pant legs are positioned outside the boots, they create a physical barrier that helps to ensure that pesticides do not make direct contact with the skin. This is critical, as some chemicals can be absorbed through the skin, leading to potential health hazards. Additionally, having the pant legs outside can also help with water drainage in wet conditions, preventing water (which may be contaminated with pesticides) from pooling inside the boots.

Other methods, such as tucking pant legs inside the boots, could leave the opening of the boots exposed to pesticide run-off or spills, increasing the risk of exposure. Similarly, folding pant legs at the cuffs or sewing them to the boots does not create the necessary protective barrier to mitigate pesticide contact. Therefore, proper positioning of pant legs outside the boots is the best practice for safety during pesticide application.