Pesticide labels are

• A. Should be peeled off and saved
• B. Are legal documents
• C. Always contain pictures of pest problems
• D. Should not be given to the person that applies the pesticide

Answer: (B)

Pesticide labels are legal documents that lay out exactly how a product can and should be used, including what it controls, how to mix and apply it, required protective gear, re-entry intervals, and disposal. Because they carry legal weight, following the label is mandatory and helps protect people, pets, water, and crops from harm. The label should be available to the person applying the product and stay with the product during use; it isn’t something to peel off or save separately. The idea that labels are just about pictures or that they shouldn’t be shared with the applicator misses the core point that the label instructions are binding and must be followed.