The department shall maintain a program of vector biology and control including, but not limited to, the following:
- (a) Providing consultation and assistance to local vector control agencies in developing and conducting programs for the prevention and control of vectors.
- (b) Surveillance of vectors and vector-borne diseases.
- (c) Coordinating and conducting emergency vector control, as required.
- (d) Training and certifying government agency vector control technicians.
- (e) Disseminating information to the public regarding protection from vectors and vector-borne diseases.