What should be done with contaminated disposable coveralls?

• A. They can be laundered and reused after cleaning.
• B. They should be discarded immediately.
• C. They should be stored for future use.
• D. They should be turned inside out and aired out.

Answer: (B)

Contaminated disposable coveralls must be removed and disposed of right away to prevent ongoing exposure to pesticide residues. They are not designed to be cleaned or reused; laundering can spread residues to washing machines, other clothing, and the environment, and it doesn’t reliably remove all contamination. Storing them for later use keeps the risk present and could lead to accidental handling or reuse. Turning them inside out and airing them out does not remove harmful residues and can still expose the wearer or others during handling. The proper approach is to seal the contaminated coveralls in a bag or container and dispose of them according to pesticide waste disposal regulations.