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Applicator Training Individuals planning to become certified to apply pesticides as a commercial applicator (including not for hire), a registered technician, private applicator or a government employee, will need to undergo some type of training in the process. The study materials for each type of certification are available from Virginia Tech’s Pesticide Programs.

The Virginia pesticide applicator training manuals discussed on this page can be ordered from VTPP online via their webpage. Information about which manual should be used for each type of certification will be discussed below. An exam is required to obtain each type of certification.

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There is a different exam for each type of certification. For those seeking a commercial applicator certification, there will be a core exam plus exams specific to the in which they will be working. If a commercial applicator wants to purchase restricted use products for use on their own property, they will also need to be certified as a private applicator. Has developed an Online Core Manual Training which applicators will find useful in preparing for exams based on the Core Manual. For information on how to enroll in this course, visit VTPP’s page. Additionally, some county extension agents conduct certification preparatory courses for private and commercial applicators. In some cases, the exam is offered at the conclusion of the course.

To view available prep courses visit VTPP’s page or contact your. The list will be updated by VTPP as more courses are added. The following information outlines the training and experience requirements for the different types of certification.

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There are exam fees and renewal fees associated with certain certifications. A link is provided under each type of certification which will direct you to information about applications and fees. Once certified, individuals will have to either attend recertification courses bi-annually to maintain their certification or retake the certification exam(s). Visit page of the VDACS website to learn more. General Knowledge Requirements for All Certified Applicators 'Certified applicator' means a person who: (i) has satisfactorily completed the Board requirements for certification as a commercial applicator, registered technician, or private applicator; and (ii) has been issued a valid certificate. All applicators will be tested prior to receiving certification in the following areas to demonstrate their practical knowledge of the principles and practices of pest control and the safe use of pesticides. The Core Manual will provide a general understanding of these topics while category manuals will present information specific to certain crops, sites and/or uses.

Identifying the pest and understanding its biology. Monitoring the target pest. Deciding whether control is justified.

Determining a pest control goal. Knowing what control tactics are available.

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Evaluating the benefits and risks of each tactic or combination of tactics. Choosing the most effective strategies that will cause the least harm to people and the environment. Using each tactic correctly.

Observing all applicable local, state, and federal regulations. Recording and evaluating the results. A form of cultural control that uses different hygiene practices to manage pests. Sanitation is important in almost every type of pest management. Some examples: 1. Improve cleanliness, eliminate pest harborage, and increase the frequency of garbage pickup to control urban and industrial pests.

Clean up spills, store food in closed containers, and keep garbage outdoors to discourage household pests. Provide proper drainage in barnyards, get rid of seepage areas, and remove manure from livestock pens often to control pests of domestic animals. Eliminate places where mosquitoes breed to lessen the risk of mosquito-borne illness. Keep fields, seed stock, tools, and surfaces clear of weeds, insect pests, and plant diseases to control agricultural pests. Use pest-free seeds or transplants to limit the spread of plant pests. Decontaminate equipment, animals, and other carriers before allowing them to enter a pest-free area or leave an infested area.