EPA's Worker Protection Standard

The EPA's Worker Protection Standard (WPS) is a regulation designed to protect agricultural workers and handlers who apply pesticides. It requires training on pesticide safety, proper use of protective equipment, and awareness of the hazards. The standard mandates safe work practices, access to safety information, and notification of pesticide applications to prevent health risks. Its goal is to minimize pesticide exposure, ensuring that workers and their families are protected from potential health effects associated with pesticide use in agriculture.