One important aspect of pesticide regulations is preventing exposure for which type of workers?

Preventing exposure for agricultural workers is a critical focus of pesticide regulations because these individuals are often in direct contact with pesticides during the application process or while handling treated crops. Regulations are designed to ensure that protective measures are in place to minimize any health risks associated with pesticide exposure. These measures can include guidelines on protective clothing, safe application practices, and re-entry intervals that dictate when workers can return to treated areas safely.

While field managers also play an important role in ensuring safe practices, their involvement is typically more administrative than directly related to exposure risks. Pesticide manufacturers and chemical researchers, while they have relevant interests in safety, are generally not in direct contact with pesticides in the same way that agricultural workers are. Therefore, the primary focus of exposure prevention is rightly placed on agricultural workers who are directly impacted by pesticide use in the fields.