When is the requirement for eye protection when handling pesticides not applicable?

The requirement for eye protection when handling pesticides is not applicable when working in an enclosed cab. In this context, enclosed cabs provide a protective barrier between the operator and potential pesticide exposure. This design typically includes features such as sealed doors and windows, ventilation systems, and filtration, which minimize the risk of pesticide contact to the eyes and face. Therefore, the need for additional personal protective equipment like goggles is inherently reduced in such environments, since the operator is shielded from direct exposure to pesticide spray or drift.

In other scenarios, such as conducting hand applications or when specific pesticides require no goggles per their label instructions, eye protection may still be necessary based on the risk of exposure or the nature of the application. Similarly, pressurized closed mixing systems have features designed to minimize exposure, but they do not provide complete containment in the same way that an enclosed cab does, often necessitating eye protection.