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The Rural Voice, 1990-02, Page 38and shipped back to Monsanto for reuse. Farmers will be required to pay a retumable deposit. The shuttle con- tainer will work in conjunction with a portable pump and meter to transfer the chemical from the shuttle to the sprayer. Cyanamid has developed a new reusable chemical container for Counter, a container that is being tested in the U.S. and is not yet available in Canada. The transportation of pesticides, another major concern, is regulated federally under the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act administered by Transport Canada, but the regulations for the transportation of pesticides under Sections 105, 106, 107, and 108 of the Ontario Pesticides Act are most pertinent to farmers. For example: "No persons shall transport or cause or permit the trans- portation of any Schedule 1, 2, 3, or 5 pesticide together with commodities that are a) food or drink intended for human or animal consumption, b) household furnishings, or c) toiletries, clothes, bedding or similar commodi- ties, by a vehicle operated on the high- way or road unless the pesticide being transported is separated from such commodities in a manner sufficient to prevent their contamination by the pesticide." The Grower Pesticide Safety Course covers both federal and pro- vincial legislation and information on labelling, pesticide toxicity and poi- soning, first aid, protective clothing and equipment, selecting pesticides, formulation types, transportation, application, calibration, disposal, and storage. A comprehensive manual is also included. For more information about the courses, contact your local OMAF office: Clinton, 1-800-265-5170; Markdale, 1-800-265-9152; Walker- ton, 1-800-265-3023; Stratford, 1-800-265 -8502; Orangeville, 941-3830.0SG CHEM CAL STORAGE WARN NG Pesticide Salety Courses for farmers are scheduled for your area. Learn: ► Prevention of pesticide poisonings. ► Selection of safety equipment. ► Proper storage and disposal of pesticides. ► Label interpretation. • Courses run days, even- ings and weekends and cost $35. • Offered in English and French. • Includes special videotapes, and a course manual which can be used as a reference guide. For information about courses in your area, contact your local Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food Office. Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food David Ramsay. Minister STRASSBURGER Insulation CUT YOUR ENERGY COSTS! in your farming & residential buildings through cost-effective insulation Celebrating 40 years of excellence in energy conservation, Strassburger insulates with Canadian Gypsum Red -Top insulation and high-quality polyurethanes. We can help you control your energy costs in ALL your buildings: • Home • Livestock Barns • Produce 'Storage Sheds YOU'LL SEE IMMEDIATE RESULTS! CALL TODAY FOR A FREE ESTIMATE! STRASSBURGER fkQ g,vit Abed Strassburger (519) 885-6380 or call 1-800-265-4717 if within 519 area 646 Colby Dr., Waterloo Insulation, Widows, Doors and Other Energy Plus Services FEBRUARY 1990 35