XAG V40, Pilot Operating Handbook

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Safety
Pesticide Usage
• Pesticides are poisonous and pose severe risks to safety. Only use them in strict accordance
with their specifications.
• Chemicals residues on the equipment caused by splashes or spills during refilling or mixing can
irritate your skin, rinse with clean water and seek medical attention accordingly.
• Uses clean water or specialised mixing agents prescribed by Experts or Agronomist for mixing
chemicals.
• Ensure to stay in an upwind location when conducting chemical spraying to reduce and avoid
health hazards.
• Wear protective clothing and avoid direct physical contact with chemicals. Rinse your hands
and skins after handing chemicals and post-Flights.
• Effective use of pesticides depends on chemical density, spray rate, spray distance, flight
speed, wind speed, wind direction, temperature, humidity, and more… Consider all factors and
applicable laws or regulations when using chemicals.
• Do not compromise the safety of people, animals, or the environment.
• Do not contaminate rivers and sources of drinking water.
Environment Considerations
• Consider the surroundings and ensure a safe distance from obstacles or people.
• If there is strong wind, rain, snow, hail, or other adverse weather conditions, return or land the
aircraft at a safe location.
• Maintain a Visual line of sight of your aircraft at all times.
• Make sure your operations do not violate any applicable laws or regulations and have obtained
all appropriate authorisation before the operations. Consult with the relevant government
agency or authority to ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.