SMALL BUSINESS POLLUTION PREVENTION

PESTICIDE APPLICATORS

Common waste streams:

There are five general waste types that could be generated by pesticide applicators.  These include the following:

  • Pesticide Residue in holding tanks, mixing tanks, product containers, dip tanks and filters;
  • Rinse Water or Solvents from holding tanks, mixing tanks or containers;
  • Empty Containers including drums made of all materials;
  • Adulterated, Cancelled or Contaminated Formulations;
  • Contaminated Material from Spill Cleanup including soils, water and debris.