What are some of the conditions where you need to report a spill?

• A. If the spill is not contained within secondary containment, and it has caused or threatens to cause adverse effects on human health or the environment, and does not meet NR 706 exemption
• B. If the spill is contained within secondary containment and causes no harm
• C. If the spill is only a small amount that evaporates quickly
• D. If the spill occurs outdoors only

Answer: (A)

When a pesticide spill must be reported, the key factor is risk and control. You report when the spill cannot be kept inside secondary containment, it has caused or could potentially cause harm to people or to the environment, and it does not meet the NR 706 exemption. In other words, if the spill could spread or injure someone and you can’t keep it contained, you need to notify the appropriate regulatory authority and follow the required reporting procedures. The NR 706 exemption covers certain small or non-hazardous releases, so if a spill meets those exemption criteria, reporting isn’t required. Practically, containment and safety steps should be taken first, and then you report to the proper agency with details like product name, amount, location, and potential impacts.