What item should be worn outside of your coveralls to prevent pesticide contamination?

Wearing a chemical-resistant apron outside of your coveralls is essential for preventing pesticide contamination. The apron acts as a barrier that protects your clothing and skin from pesticide splashes or drips while you are handling and applying pesticides. This is particularly important as pesticides can be hazardous, and direct skin contact or exposure to contaminated clothing can lead to health risks.

While protective masks, gloves, and face shields are all important for personal protective equipment (PPE), they serve different functions. Masks primarily protect the respiratory system from inhaling harmful chemicals, gloves protect your hands from direct contact, and face shields protect your face and eyes from splashes. However, they do not provide the same level of protection to your clothing as a chemical-resistant apron does. The apron is specifically designed to prevent pesticides from soaking into your work clothes, which might not be fully achieved by the other items alone.