Which statement about pesticide storage facilities is true?

• A. A ventilation system may reduce noxious vapors by venting air into an adjoining room.
• B. Carefully consider the terrain when selecting the storage site.
• C. The floor should remain bare soil to aboard any spilled material.
• D. The building should be located far from the workplace.

Answer: (B)

Choosing the storage site with attention to the terrain is essential because terrain directly influences drainage, runoff, and flood risk. A well-chosen terrain—flat or gently sloped, on well-drained ground and away from low spots—helps ensure any spills or leaks stay contained and do not flow toward water sources, wells, or living areas. It also makes containment features and cleanup easier to manage, and helps prevent gear and pesticides from being affected by standing water or erosion.

Ventilation plans should remove vapors to the outdoors, not vent into another room, because recirculating pesticides' fumes indoors can create hazardous air conditions for workers. Floors must be a sealed, impermeable surface like concrete so spills can be contained and cleaned; bare soil would allow leaks to soak in and spread contamination. And the storage facility should be located in a way that supports safe, efficient handling—not far from the workplace—so workers can access it easily while still maintaining safe distances from people, wells, and sensitive areas.