Even though the application is complete, the operation is not completed until what?

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The main idea is that finishing a pesticide operation isn’t just about applying the product; it’s not complete until you clean up. Cleaning up ensures there’s no residue left that could harm workers, the public, or the environment, and it prepares your equipment for safe, compliant use next time.

Cleanup covers several practical steps: rinse and flush the sprayer and hoses to remove any remaining product, properly remove and store or launder PPE, wash your hands and any exposed skin, and secure or store containers according to label directions and local regulations. It also means tidying the work area, preventing spills from causing contamination, and disposing of empty or contaminated containers per the rules.

So, while storing containers or recording the application are important tasks, the act of cleaning up encompasses the necessary safeguards and prep that truly completes the operation.