…in your yard. You are just getting home from work when you see someone in a space suit traipsing through your yard. If this were sci-fi you would think you had just been thrown into the center of a movie about space invaders or a viral outbreak. But it’s not, and we are in the land of meager Nebraska with long winters and scorching summers. So who then, is this person from “outer space”? It’s none other than your friendly chemical applicator ensuring your yard is weed free. Granted it is not every application your lawn care professional is covered from head to toe in a “space” suit, but it is often that they are dressed for personal protection as they care for your lawn. And no, these chemicals are not some toxic concoction or flesh eating cocktail, but they can cause both short term and long term harm depending on the chemicals used. Even your common round up can be a skin and eye irritant and is rated a severe hazard if not handled correctly. Eye protection, and chemical gloves are necessary with repeated or prolonged use. This is why it is so important for you as a consumer to properly handle even the seemingly benign chemicals and why it is necessary for applicator professionals to take sci-fi precautions when operating in your yard. In the end you will be glad to know your yard is safe, weed free and Earth will continue to spin it’s course through space another day.
