Educational Materials For Sale

• This is a list of the pesticide safety videos and manuals that we have for sale (Canadian $).

• Click the Order Form link to submit your order or call us, 1-800-652-8573.

• Orders under $50 are charged a $10 delivery fee.  Orders over $50 and under $100 are charged a $15.00 delivery fee.  Orders valued at $100 and over or orders to destinations outside of Ontario will have a separate delivery charge based on the weight and delivery distance of the order.

• We will contact you to obtain payment information and to confirm your order.

Videos 

All videos are available in DVD or VHS formats. 

Transportation of Pesticides by Farmers in Ontario, ©2006 - Price $15.00
This video describes the safe and proper ways to transport pesticides in Ontario.  Learn what you need to do if the pesticide you are transporting is classified as a dangerous good under the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act.

Integrated Pest Management, ©2004- Price $15.00
This video describes the basics of IPM and explains why you should know the name and life cycle of the pests you need to control; when you need to begin to control pests; and ways you can control pests without the use of pesticides. Hear the opinions of Ontario Pest Management Specialists on the benefits of IPM.

Protective Clothing and Equipment for Pesticide Use, ©2000 - Price $15.00
Why should you wear protective clothing and equipment while you handle pesticides?  Do you need to wear all the safety equipment at all times?  How do you clean and store your clothing and equipment?  These questions are answered in this video. You will see the different types of clothing and equipment demonstrated by pesticide applicators.  

First Aid for Pesticides, ©2000 - Price $15.00
Pesticide accidents can happen and you should know how to react quickly and calmly. Learn the four steps you should follow to give fast and effective first aid treatment to a poisoning victim. Know what information you will need to give the doctor, ambulance or Poison Information Centre. Be prepared in case an accident happens to a family member or employee. 

Pesticides and the Environment, ©2000 - Price $15.00
Are you polluting your farm when you use pesticides?  Learn the many ways that pesticides can move in the environment and can cause problems on your land and your neighbours' land. This video suggests ways you can reduce the impact of pesticides in the environment. 

Pesticide Safety in the Greenhouse, ©1988, Revised 2000 - Price $15.00
You need to use special safety precautions when you apply pesticides inside a greenhouse. Learn how to protect yourself and your employees while carrying out different pesticide operations in the greenhouse. A greenhouse is a unique environment, and you need to consider this unique environment before you use pesticides. Use this video to teach your employees these special safety procedures.  . 

How to Manage Spray Drift, ©1996 - Price $15.00
This video shows you ways you can manage spray drift. You will learn the principles involved as a droplet leaves your spray nozzle and tries to reach its destination. Have you ever tried night spraying or considered air-assisted sprayers?  Helmut Spieser, an engineer for the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, gives ten (10) practical ways you can reduce spray drift. 

Spray Drift Reduction Through Air Induction, ©2001 - Price $15.00
Air Induction nozzles, otherwise known as air inclusion or venturi nozzles, can reduce spray drift anywhere from 75% to 90% as compared to standard flat fan nozzles.  This video explains how they work and gives you some practical management tips.

Field Sprayer Calibration, ©2006 - Price $15.00
Proper calibration of your sprayer can save you money!  Pesticides can be expensive. It pays to know, accurately, the calibrated output of your sprayer. You will never know from your tractor seat, how each nozzle tips performs. Do you check each of your nozzles when you calibrate?  It only takes one hour of your time to complete these easy steps of calibration. An hour well worth your time. 

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Manuals for Private Applicators and Vendors 

Grower Pesticide Safety Course Manual - Price $25.00
Learn the basic safety information you need to use pesticides safely on your farm in Ontario. This manual tells you what to wear to prevent exposure, how to store and dispose of pesticides, and what to do in the case of an emergency. This book should be mandatory reading for your farm employees and family members. For the safety of you and your family, keep this manual close by in your farm library. This manual has the information you need to know to be certified to use the more toxic pesticides on your farm. For certification information call 1-800-652-8573. 

Greenhouse Supplement - Price $10.00
Do you grow greenhouse crops?  Here is some additional pesticide safety information for you. Use this manual along with the Grower Pesticide Safety Course Manual. 

Mushroom Supplement - Price $10.00
Do you grow mushroom crops?  Here is some additional pesticide safety information for you. Use this manual along with the Grower Pesticide Safety Course Manual. 

Pesticide Vendor Certification Course Manual - Price $25.00
Are you a pesticide vendor selling Schedules 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 pesticides in Ontario? This comprehensive manual clearly presents the regulations you must follow under the Pesticides Act and Regulation 914. Used in the Pesticide Vendor Certification Course, it covers information on how to sell, store and handle pesticides at your place of business. This is a reference manual that you will use over and over again. 

Need Extra Help with Math or Finding Information on a Pesticide Label?
Pre-Course Workbook and Video for the Grower Pesticide Safety Course Manual - Price $15.00
If you need extra help to learn the math calculations and how to read the information on a pesticide label, complete the exercises the Pre-course Workbook as you watch the video. The worksheets will help you prepare for the examination at the end of the Grower Pesticide Safety Course.

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