How to Obtain a Pesticide Applicator License
Event Details
Date
December 2, 2020
Time
1:00pm - 3:30pm
Location
Online Zoom Meeting
Cost
REGISTRATION : $10.00
(addl attendee $10.00 ea.)
Enrollee Discount: $5.00
Host
Eastern New York Commercial HorticultureThinking about becoming a certified pesticide applicator in New York? This online program will cover the basics of who needs a pesticide license, license types, examination procedures, and important information to know for the test. We will incorporate interactive practice questions and activities within the program to test participant knowledge in preparation for the exam.
Agenda:
1:00: Welcome and Introductions -Elisabeth Hodgdon & Mike Basedow, ENYCHP specialists
1:10: NYS Department of Environmental Conservation's pesticide certification procedures -Brayton Pendell, NYSDEC
2:00: Exam content: Understanding pests and pesticides, integrated pest management - Elisabeth Hodgdon, ENYCHP
2:30: Exam content: How to read a pesticide label, pesticide safety and risk management, sprayer calibration - Mike Basedow, ENYCHP
3:20: Wrap up, final Q & A
3:30: End program
Note: This webinar is not a substitute for the required 30-hour training class. Any questions on exam eligibility will be answered by a NYSDEC representative.
Contact Elisabeth Hodgdon (eh528@cornell.edu or 518-650-5323) with questions and/or assistance using Zoom technology.
How to Obtain a Pesticide Applicator License flyer (PDF; 1792KB)
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