Pesticide Exposed, Health and Safety Aspect Among Horticultural Farmers

Pesticides are chemicals that are often used by horticultural farmers in Indonesia to control plant pests. The use of pesticides by farmers is often done in a low safety procedure. This makes it easier for pesticides to enter the body. Port D Entry of pesticides through the skin, mucosa, inhalation and ingestion. The use of pesticides needs to pay attention in several aspects ie pesticide handling and the use of personal protective equipment. The toxic effects of pesticides are highly dependent on the duration of exposure, the frequency of exposure and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).