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1Which District of Columbia agency administers pesticide applicator certification?
2How many times per year does DC hold pesticide certification examinations?
3Under DC law, how long does a registered technician have to pass the general core examination after submitting a completed application?
4What is the fine for purchasing or using restricted use pesticides without a license in DC?
5Under DC's Pesticide Operations Act, what can happen to an operator or applicator who violates the act more than once in a calendar year?
6What is the primary DC law governing pesticide regulation?
7What authority does DOEE have regarding District restricted-use pesticides?
8What must a DC commercial applicator demonstrate through written examination?
9What is the minimum age for pesticide applicator certification in the District of Columbia?
10What does the signal word 'CAUTION' on a pesticide label indicate?
About the DC Pesticide Applicator Exam
The DC Pesticide Applicator certification exam covers the Pesticide Operations Act, federal FIFRA regulations, urban pesticide safety, label compliance, environmental protection for Potomac/Anacostia watersheds, and application methods for DC's dense urban environment.
Exam sponsor: DC Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE). The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Questions
100 questions
Time Limit
2 hours
Passing Score
70%
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DC Laws & Regulations
Pesticide Operations Act, DOEE certification, District restricted-use pesticides, fees, enforcement
Pesticide Safety & PPE
Routes of exposure, PPE, WPS, toxicity, emergency response in urban settings
Label Compliance
Signal words, REI, directions for use, restricted use pesticides, site restrictions
Environmental Protection
Anacostia/Potomac watersheds, stormwater runoff, IPM, pollinators, urban wildlife
Application Methods
Urban equipment, calibration, targeted applications, bait stations, drift management
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- Passing score: 70%
- Exam length: 100 questions
- Time limit: 2 hours
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often does DC hold pesticide applicator exams?
DC DOEE holds certification examinations six times per year. Contact the Toxic Substance Division at (202) 442-4311 for the current schedule.
What is the fine for using restricted use pesticides without a license in DC?
The fine for purchasing or using restricted use pesticides without a license in DC is $1,000 per violation.
What special environmental concerns exist for DC applicators?
DC's urban environment requires careful attention to stormwater runoff to the Anacostia and Potomac Rivers, drift in densely populated areas, and proximity to schools, parks, and sensitive populations.