How long must Worker Protection Standard application records be displayed?

The Worker Protection Standard (WPS) requires that application records, which detail how pesticides were applied and the safety measures taken, need to be displayed for a period of 30 days after the expiration of the application. This time frame allows farm workers and handlers sufficient access to important safety information related to pesticide use. During this period, workers can familiarize themselves with the details of the application and the potential risks they may encounter.

This requirement is an important part of ensuring safety in the workplace, promoting transparency, and helping workers to be informed about pesticide exposure. The regulations are designed to protect agricultural workers from potential health hazards associated with pesticide applications. Displaying records for a shorter period would not give workers adequate time to review important information, while displaying them indefinitely could lead to clutter and confusion that hinders access to current relevant data.