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afs-122220	Autio, Sari; Laitala, Emilia; Kallio-Mannila, Kaija; Autio, Sari	Evaluation of the Finnish action plan for the sustainable use of pesticides 2018–2022	2023	13	.pdf	application/pdf	9093	473	49	• Exposure of tractor drivers during spraying • Revising of PPP product labels to better serve users • Reforming the PPP Register and implementing a Swedish language version of the Register • Biological control in glasshouses – exposure, allergies and prevention thereof • Monitoring of impacts on human health and the environment Inspection of spraying equipment (Article 8) • Regular checks and calibration of sprayers • Control of application equipment inspection activities Aerial spraying (Article 9) • Aerial spraying of PPPs using drones Informing the public of PPP treatments (Article 10) • Buffer distance to neighbours • Guidelines on informing bystanders Specific measures to protect the aquatic environment and drinking water (Article 11) • Use of PPPs in surface and groundwater areas used for the abstraction of drinking water • Buffer distances to wells and springs • Reducing the use of PPPs in specific areas with a high risk of run-off into surface or groundwater • Evaluation of the appropriateness of environmental restrictions • Setting of environmental quality standards for all active substances Reduction of PPP use or risks in specific areas (Article 12) • Use of PPPs in nature conservation (Natura) areas • Recommendation on the reduction of PPP use in specific areas • Communication on re-entry periods • Sensitising substances Handling and storage of PPPs and treatment of their packaging and remnants (Article 13) • Revision of the PPE instructions • Biobeds • Promoting the collection of PPP waste • Measures to inform operators of the sale and use periods for expired products will be taken when a product’s authorization is withdrawn. Inspection of spraying equipment and aerial spraying (Art. 8 – 9) All experts were unanimous that regular testing of spray equipment works well and has a concrete impact on reducing the risks of PPP uses.	cache/afs-122220.pdf	txt/afs-122220.txt