APVMA consideration of phosphine product labels following introduction of a reduced workplace exposure limit
The APVMA and Safe Work Australia issued a joint statement on phosphine product labels. It follows the introduction of a reduced workplace exposure limit (WEL) for phosphine. The statement does not give further detail in the text provided.
How will the lower phosphine exposure limit affect product labels and my work?
Pest controllers and fumigators who use phosphine may need to change how they handle it as labels and exposure limits are reviewed. Builders and other trades working near fumigated sites could also be affected.
Key takeaways
- APVMA and Safe Work Australia have issued a joint statement on phosphine product labels.
- Phosphine now has a reduced workplace exposure limit (WEL).
- The APVMA is considering whether phosphine product labels need to change.
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