Which statement about washing work clothes soaked with pesticide concentrate is true?

The correct approach to dealing with work clothes soaked in pesticide concentrate is to dispose of them immediately. Washing clothes that have been in contact with pesticide concentrate can pose serious health risks due to the potential for residual chemicals to remain even after washing. Pesticides can be harmful to human health, and improper handling, which includes washing contaminated clothing, can lead to exposure.

Disposing of the clothing as hazardous waste is the safest option, as this mitigates the risk of any residual pesticide chemicals being unintentionally released into the environment or coming into contact with people. This is particularly important because standard washing methods may not sufficiently remove the pesticide residues, and the risk of inhalation or skin contact remains high.

In contrast, washing them immediately with warm water can lead to inadequate cleaning and still allow exposure. Soaking in vinegar may not effectively neutralize harmful pesticide chemicals, and using bleach can create dangerous chemical reactions or further release volatile compounds. Thus, the most responsible and safe action is to dispose of the contaminated clothing rather than attempting to clean them.