What do sensitive sites require according to pesticide application guidelines?

Sensitive sites are areas where the application of pesticides could potentially cause harm to humans, wildlife, or the environment. These sites may include schools, daycare centers, hospitals, and areas near water bodies or natural habitats. Given the heightened risk associated with these locations, guidelines stipulate that they require special consideration and a greater margin of safety.

This means that when applying pesticides near these sensitive sites, practitioners must take extra precautions to minimize unintended exposure and environmental impact. Such steps might include using targeted application techniques, selecting less hazardous materials, or implementing additional protective measures to ensure that pesticide drift or runoff does not affect vulnerable populations or ecosystems.

The focus on greater safety and careful planning underscores the need to recognize the unique characteristics of these sensitive environments, ensuring that pesticide use does not compromise health or ecological integrity.