Which of the following is NOT one of the minimum elements of protective clothing that all pesticide applicators must wear?

• A. Long sleeved shirt
• B. Leather or canvas shoes
• C. Long pants
• D. Close-toed shoes

Answer: (B)

Minimum protective clothing for pesticide applicators is about covering exposed skin and keeping feet protected. The essential items are a shirt with long sleeves, pants that cover the legs, and footwear that fully protects the feet (closed-toed shoes with socks). Leather or canvas shoes aren’t specified as part of the minimum; what matters is that the footwear is closed-toed and provides basic protection. A long-sleeved shirt and long pants prevent skin exposure, and closed-toed shoes prevent chemical contact with the feet. In practice, you may also need gloves, eye protection, or a respirator depending on the pesticide and label directions.