What contributes to the severity of dermal pesticide exposure?

The severity of dermal pesticide exposure is primarily influenced by the amount of contamination and the dermal toxicity of the pesticide involved. When a significant amount of pesticide comes into contact with the skin, the risk and severity of exposure increases. This is because a greater quantity of the substance can lead to a higher level of absorption into the body, potentially causing more severe health effects.

Additionally, the dermal toxicity of the pesticide is crucial; certain pesticides have varying levels of toxicity when they come into contact with the skin. Highly toxic substances can cause more pronounced adverse effects even in smaller amounts, leading to more severe consequences for the individual affected.

Factors like evaporation rate, humidity, type of pesticide, wind speed, temperature, and application method do play roles in influencing exposure dynamics, but they are secondary to the critical aspects of contamination amount and inherent toxicity in determining severity of exposure. Understanding these key factors helps in assessing risk and implementing safety measures when handling pesticides.