An Short Health and safety leaflet on storing garden chemical

1. Health and Safety
Executive
Use, store and dispose of
garden chemicals safely

2. Helpful hints on using
garden chemicals
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What is the best way to solve your garden pest,
weed or disease problem? Ask your garden care
retailer about alternatives, or try www.rhs.org.uk or
www.gardenorganic.co.uk
When buying a garden chemical, read the label or
ask your garden care retailer for advice on the best
product to use. Further useful information can be
found at www.garden-care.org.uk
Only buy one year’s supply. Always read the label for
instructions on use, storage and disposal. Always
follow the instructions carefully.
Do you already have a product that can be used
up? Is it still legal to use? Check on-line at
www.pesticides.gov.uk/garden.asp
Never pour unwanted garden chemicals
down the drain as you can harm wildlife
and the environment
Your local Council can give advice on disposal of
unwanted garden chemicals or empty containers.
Some Councils may offer a free collection service.
For further information see
www.pesticidedisposal.org
For more information on all these issues, visit our
website at www.pesticides.gov.uk/garden.asp or
telephone our enquiry team on 01904 455775