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About the CO Pesticide Applicator Exam
The Colorado Pesticide Applicator certification exam covers state laws under CRS 35-10, federal FIFRA regulations, pesticide safety and PPE, label compliance, environmental protection, and application methods. Required for Qualified Supervisors, Certified Operators, and Private Applicators.
Questions
100 scored questions
Time Limit
2 hours
Passing Score
70%
Exam Fee
$40-$100 (Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA))
CO Pesticide Applicator Exam Content Outline
State Laws & Regulations
Colorado Pesticide Applicators' Act (CRS 35-10), CDA licensing, recordkeeping, penalties
Pesticide Safety & PPE
Routes of exposure, PPE selection, toxicity, WPS, emergency response
Label Compliance
Signal words, directions for use, REI, PHI, restricted use designations
Environmental Protection
Groundwater protection, drift management, IPM, endangered species, storage/disposal
Application Methods
Calibration calculations, nozzle selection, formulation types, equipment maintenance
How to Pass the CO Pesticide Applicator Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 70%
- Exam length: 100 questions
- Time limit: 2 hours
- Exam fee: $40-$100
Keys to Passing
- Complete 500+ practice questions
- Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
- Focus on highest-weighted sections
- Use our AI tutor for tough concepts
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of Colorado pesticide applicator licenses are there?
Colorado offers Qualified Supervisor (QS), Certified Operator (CO), Limited Commercial, Public, and Private Applicator licenses. All require passing the General Core exam plus category-specific exams.
Where can I take the Colorado pesticide applicator exam?
As of January 2024, all exams must be taken at approved proctored examination sites. CDA partners with Metro Institute and Colorado State University Extension for proctored testing.
How long are Colorado pesticide application records kept?
Commercial applicators must retain records for 3 years; private applicators must retain records for 2 years under CRS 35-10-111.