North Carolina Department of Agriculture

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PRIVATE APPLICATOR RECERTIFICATION 2003-2005
Changes to the N.C. Private Pesticide Applicator
Regulations and Security and Storage of Pesticides
North Carolina Department of Agriculture
Consumer Services Food Drug Protection
Division, Pesticide Section 2003-2005
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Why were changes made to the private applicator
regulations?

• EPA had been encouraging N.C. to update its
  standards for the past several years.
• N.C. was one of only 7 states not requiring a
  written exam for certification.
• It is important that Private Applicators keep
  informed and up-to-date on all pesticide related
  issues.

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What changes were made?

• New Private Applicators will now be required to
  pass a written examination.
• All Private Applicators will now be required to
  obtain 2 hours of specialty training.

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What has stayed the same?

• Private Applicators who currently hold valid
  certification will not be required to pass a
  written exam.
• Private Applicators will still be required to
  attend the mandatory recertification class
  (safety training) at their local CES every 3
  years.
• Private Applicators who fail to renew their cards
  by their recertification deadline (Sept. 30 of
  the third year of their certification period)
  will be required to pass a written exam to obtain
  a new card.

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How will I be able to obtain the two extra
renewal credits?
Attend specialized training that offers renewal
credit. This credit is now designated as the X
category. Examples Grower meetings Field
days Crop tours CES pesticide training
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How can I be sure that I receive my credits?

• You must sign an attendance roster and write down
  your social security number.
• Your writing must be legible.
• Keep your own records of the classes you attend.

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How will I know how many credits I have?

• NCDA CS will mail transcripts once a year to
  all pesticide applicators listing classes
  attended and credits earned.
• After you receive your transcript, call the
  Pesticide Section (919-733-3556) ASAP to correct
  any discrepancy with your record.

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How do I get my renewal application?

• Mailed from NCDA CS not from local Extension
  office.
• Check information for correctness (name, address
  etc.) and sign after reading attestation
  statement.
• Return to NCDA CS with a check or money order.

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All new cards will now be GREEN
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Security and Storage of Pesticides by Private
Applicators
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Reasons for pesticide security

• Liability
• Financial loss
• Public health
• Image of agriculture
• Deter threat of terrorism
• Health and safety of children and pets

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DO NOT leave pesticides unattended on vehicles
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DO NOT transport pesticides inside vehicles
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DO NOT leave pesticides unsecured in the field
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DO NOT leave pesticides unsecured in the field
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DO secure pesticides when left in the field
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STORAGE OF PESTICIDES
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Pesticide storage regulations are divided into
three parts

• Part One - Storage Requirements For All
  Pesticides (Includes Household and Farm Storage
  of Pesticides)
• Part Two - Commercial Storage of Restricted-Use
  Pesticides
• Part Three - Commercial Storage Requirements For
  Large Facilities Storing Restricted-Use Pesticides

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General Storage Requirements

• Common sense, safety requirements for all
  pesticides
• Prevent leaking
• Facilitate inspection
• No unlabeled containers
• Do not store in any food, feed, beverage, or
  medicine container

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General Storage Requirements

• Do not store pesticides as to contaminate food,
  feed, beverage, eating utensils, tobacco, seed,
  fertilizer or other pesticides
• Follow label recommendations for storage, i.e.
  temperatures and restricted sites
• Store to prevent unauthorized access
• Store pesticides in an area that is dry and
  ventilated
• Store pesticides free of combustibles and other
  fire hazards

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DO NOT store pesticides that leak
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DO NOT store pesticides in a manner that will
hinder an inspection
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DO NOT keep pesticides in unlabeled containers
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DO NOT store pesticides in any food, feed,
beverage or medicine container
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DO NOT contaminate food, feed, beverage, eating
utensils, tobacco, seed, fertilizer or other
pesticides
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DO store pesticides in accordance with their
labels
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DO NOT store pesticides in areas where
unauthorized access may occur
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DO NOT store pesticides in locations that can
become damp or wet
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DO NOT store pesticides in areas where
combustibles or other fire hazards are present
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DO practice proper storage
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DO use at least the minimum labeling requirements
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Example minimum labeling requirements
Common chemical name
Percentage of each active ingredient
EPA registration number
Signal word
Use classification
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DO store pesticides to prevent unauthorized
access
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DO have proper ventilation
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Example of good storage building
Ventilation
704 Placard (not required by NCDA
CS)
Secure (locked)
Authorized personnel only
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Fire Hazard Prevention

• Store pesticides away from items that may be fire
  hazards
• Have a plan in case there is a fire or spill on
  your farm

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Disposal Assistance

• Abandoned pesticides and containers can create
  problems for family members and new property
  owners.
• For information on pesticide disposal and
  container recycling, contact your local CES or
  the Pesticide Section.

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