[SCGrassMan]

Amen. One of the reasons I always use marker dye is so I can see when I've been exposed.

Hmmm I hadn't considered that benefit of marker dye. Which one do you use? I should probably grab some.

https://www.domyown.com/turf-mark-blue-p-912.html

 

[superkaz661]

Hi there, respirators finally are becoming available again, so I'm looking at getting one to wear while I spray herbicides. After reading this very extensive article on the subject: https://theprepared.com/gear/reviews/best-gas-mask-respirator-survival/ I'm thinking that I may get the recommended 3M 7500 Half Facepiece Respirator and then some of the 3M 60926 or 60928 or 60929S filters. Anyone have a strong opinion on which of those cartridges I should get?

My spraying is (for the time being) limited to Glyphosate, Ortho Weedclear (which has 2,4-D, Mecoprop-p, and Dicamba) and then I'll be getting some Quinclorac too.

Are the respirator and cartridges I listed going to be appropriately rated for these chemicals? If not, I'd very much appreciate it if someone could suggest suitable alternatives (preferably half-face gas mask instead of full-face.)

When spraying (or spreading dusty granulars) I also use a half face piece, the 3m 6200--https://www.amazon.com/3M-Respirato...ndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ== I also pair it with n95 or n100 filters, whatever I have on hand. I see the filters you linked to are OV rated, which I dont think are necessary for your applications, as they dont contain (I think) volatiles. My view is to filter out the particulate overspray, which both n95 and n100 do a fine job of.

As for goggles, I like these dewalts, that have a positive rubber seal. https://www.amazon.com/DEWALT-DPG82...dp/B01A12J3GI/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&keywords=dewalt+goggles&qid=1622126819&sr=8-5. Because fluid dynamics are weird, I like something that has a fairly tight seal so nothing sneaks past.

And like many of you, yes, I do look like Im cooking crystal lawn meth.

Lastly, go easy on your pace if you are wearing a well fitting face piece. A good fit with sufficient filtration does mean its harder to breathe, and you dont want to overtax your heart and circulatory system as you are hustling around the yard, especially if its in the summer heat.

 

[AFBiker2011]

I work around chemicals for a living and its best to wear PPE at all times around chemicals. You'd be surprised the stuff you're exposed to that you think you aren't. It's not necessarily the occasional exposure but the exposure for years on end. It's one of those debates that will always cause tempers to flare. Wouldn't you hate to one day have it dawn on you the routine exposure of lawn herbicides caused a health issue. If you think you should jus wear it. Be mindful when coming back indoors from applying also.

+1

 

[440mag]

I realize I’m resurrecting an older thread but, I opted to do so, versus starting an entirely new thread (already knowing how daunting/confusing/exhausting searching for compatible headgear and the appropriate AND compatible filters can be AND after reading some of the up thread contributions).

First experience last night (dusk) using our new Tomahawk TMD-14 Turbo-boosted Fogger (w TalStar) and, as I was spraying vertically , overhead much of the time I just ordered:

3M Rugged Comfort Quick Latch Half Facepiece Reusable Respirator 6503QL, NIOSH, Cool Flow Exhalation Valve, Bayonet Connection, Silicone Face Seal, for Gases, Vapors,…

Amazon.com

Respirator Cartridge/Filter 60926, Against Organic Vapors, Acid Gases, Ammonia Methylamine, Formaldehyde and Particulates, Compatible with 6000 7000 FF-400 Series Respirator, 3 Pair

Amazon.com

 

[FATC1TY]

I realize I’m resurrecting an older thread but, I opted to do so, versus starting an entirely new thread (already knowing how daunting/confusing/exhausting searching for compatible headgear and the appropriate AND compatible filters can be AND after reading some of the up thread contributions).

First experience last night (dusk) using our new Tomahawk TMD-14 Turbo-boosted Fogger (w TalStar) and, as I was spraying vertically , overhead much of the time I just ordered:

3M Rugged Comfort Quick Latch Half Facepiece Reusable Respirator 6503QL, NIOSH, Cool Flow Exhalation Valve, Bayonet Connection, Silicone Face Seal, for Gases, Vapors,…

Amazon.com

Respirator Cartridge/Filter 60926, Against Organic Vapors, Acid Gases, Ammonia Methylamine, Formaldehyde and Particulates, Compatible with 6000 7000 FF-400 Series Respirator, 3 Pair

Amazon.com

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Good call.. I wear the same thing when I’m using my fogger/mister backpack.