(a) At least one individual at each pesticide dealer location shall show competence in the storage and distribution requirements for restricted use pesticides. Competence will be determined on the basis of a written examination. The examination will include the following:
- (1) Safety.
- (2) Labeling and label comprehension.
- (3) Storage and security.
- (4) Spill control.
- (5) Transportation.
- (6) Pesticide disposal.
- (7) Recognition of pesticide poisoning symptoms and first aid.
- (b) An application to take an examination shall be filed along with the appropriate fee with the Department at least 10 working days prior to the date of the examination.
- (c) The examination will be proctored. Successful completion of the examination will entitle a person to hold a pesticide dealer managers certificate. An opportunity will be provided to retake an examination if a passing grade has not been achieved.
- (d) The applicant shall provide to the proctor proof of personal identification by presenting a photo identification document issued by an agency of the United States Government or affiliated jurisdiction (that is, state or territory), such as a driver license, valid passport, military identification card or an immigration card; or at least two nonphoto identification documents one of which must be a United States Government issued document bearing the person’s signature, such as a Social Security card. The other nonphoto identification documents must identify the holder by name and address.
- (e) A person may not use reference materials during an examination unless approved by the Department or its designated agents.
- (f) An application for a new pesticide dealer manager’s certificate will be accepted throughout the calendar year. A full year’s license fee will be required for a portion of a year, except that the Department may issue a certificate for an additional year when a new application is filed during the last 2 months of the certificate year.
Authority
The provisions of this § 128.13 issued under section 7(b)(2) of the Pennsylvania Pesticide Control Act of 1973 (3 P. S. § 111.27(b)(2)).
Source
The provisions of this § 128.13 adopted December 10, 2010, effective December 11, 2010, 40 Pa.B. 7044.