A lot of people think exposure only happens from direct spraying. In Parlier and the Central Valley, exposure questions often involve everyday routines, such as:
- Working around treated fields or drainage/irrigation areas where herbicides are applied
- Landscaping or grounds work for homes, commercial properties, or facilities
- Secondhand exposure—for example, residue carried on work boots, clothing, or tools
- Maintenance of nearby lots and fence lines where weeds are regularly treated
These details matter legally because they help establish whether the exposure was the type of exposure that could be linked to the illness, and when it likely occurred.


