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Predictors of pesticide levels in carpet dust collected from child care centers in Northern California, USA

Environmental Studies and Forestry

Predictors of pesticide levels in carpet dust collected from child care centers in Northern California, USA

K. Hazard, A. Alkon, et al.

Discover the alarming findings from researchers Kimberly Hazard, Abbey Alkon, and colleagues, who uncovered significant pesticide contamination in childcare centers. Their study highlights the link between geographic location and pesticide levels, revealing how some factors influencing exposure can be managed through better pest management practices. Learn what steps can be taken to protect our children from harmful chemicals in their environment.

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Abstract
Young children are highly susceptible to pesticide exposure in childcare centers. This study characterized pesticide contamination in 51 Northern California childcare centers, identifying predictors of pesticide concentrations and loadings in carpet dust. Cis-permethrin, trans-permethrin, bifenthrin, fipronil, and chlorpyrifos were most frequently detected. Higher bifenthrin levels correlated with agricultural applications within 3 km, and higher fipronil levels with professional applications in the prior year. Higher IPM Checklist scores were associated with lower chlorpyrifos and permethrin loading. Geographic location (San Joaquin Valley) was the strongest predictor of higher pesticide loading. Findings suggest that while some exposure factors are controllable (IPM practices), others are not (geographic location). IPM is a crucial tool for reducing pesticide exposure in childcare settings.
Publisher
Journal of Exposure Science & Environmental Epidemiology
Published On
Jan 04, 2023
Authors
Kimberly Hazard, Abbey Alkon, Robert B. Gunier, Rosemary Castorina, David Camann, Shraddha Quarderer, Asa Bradman
Tags
pesticide exposure
childcare centers
carpet dust
integrated pest management
California
geographic location
agricultural applications

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