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North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services

P RIVATE A PPLICATOR R ECERTIFICATION 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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  1. PRIVATEAPPLICATOR 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

  2. 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.

  3. 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”.

  4. 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.

  5. 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

  6. 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.

  7. 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.

  8. 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.

  9. All new cards will now be GREEN

  10. Security and Storage of Pesticides by Private Applicators

  11. Reasons for pesticide security • Liability • Financial loss • Public health • Image of agriculture • Deter threat of terrorism • Health and safety of children and pets

  12. DO NOTleave pesticides unattended on vehicles

  13. DO NOTtransport pesticides inside vehicles

  14. DO NOTleave pesticides unsecured in the field

  15. DO NOTleave pesticides unsecured in the field

  16. DOsecure pesticides when left in the field

  17. STORAGE OF PESTICIDES

  18. 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

  19. 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

  20. 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

  21. DO NOTstore pesticides that leak

  22. DO NOTstore pesticides in a manner that will hinder an inspection

  23. DO NOTkeep pesticides in unlabeled containers

  24. DO NOTstore pesticides in any food, feed, beverage or medicine container

  25. DO NOTcontaminate food, feed, beverage, eating utensils, tobacco, seed, fertilizer or other pesticides

  26. DOstore pesticides in accordance with their labels

  27. DO NOTstore pesticides in areas where unauthorized access may occur

  28. DO NOTstorepesticides in locations that can become damp or wet

  29. DO NOTstore pesticides in areas where combustibles or other fire hazards are present

  30. DOpractice proper storage

  31. DOuse at least the minimum labeling requirements

  32. Example minimum labeling requirements Common chemical name Percentage of each active ingredient EPA registration number Signal word Use classification

  33. DOstore pesticides to prevent unauthorized access

  34. DOhave proper ventilation

  35. Example of good storage building Ventilation 704 Placard (not required by NCDA & CS) Secure (locked) Authorized personnel only

  36. 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

  37. 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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