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Key Facts: MA Pesticide Applicator Exam

70%

Passing Score

MDAR standard

$50

Commercial Fee

Annual renewal

Dec 31

Expiration Date

All credentials

12 credits

CE Required

Every 3 years

2+ years

For Commercial

Prior licensure

3 years

Recert Cycle

MDAR requirement

Massachusetts offers four credential types under 333 CMR 10.00. Commercial certification requires 2+ years as licensed applicator. 12 CE credits every 3 years (max 6 online). Credentials expire December 31 annually. Apply via EEA ePLACE Portal.

About the MA Pesticide Applicator Exam

The Massachusetts Pesticide Applicator certification exam covers 333 CMR 10.00 regulations, four license types (Applicator, Private, Commercial, Dealer), FIFRA federal law, label interpretation, safety and PPE, environmental protection, calibration, and IPM principles.

Questions

100 scored questions

Time Limit

2-3 hours

Passing Score

70%

Exam Fee

$50 commercial / $25 private (Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR))

MA Pesticide Applicator Exam Content Outline

25%

State Laws & Regulations

333 CMR 10.00, MDAR licensing, credential types, recertification, and enforcement

20%

Label Compliance

Label interpretation, signal words, directions for use, and legal requirements

20%

Pesticide Safety

PPE, toxicity, first aid, WPS, emergency response, and worker protection

20%

Environmental Protection

Groundwater, drift, endangered species, storage/disposal, and water quality

15%

Application Methods

IPM, calibration, formulations, equipment, and resistance management

How to Pass the MA Pesticide Applicator Exam

What You Need to Know

Passing score: 70%
Exam length: 100 questions
Time limit: 2-3 hours
Exam fee: $50 commercial / $25 private

Keys to Passing

Complete 500+ practice questions
Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
Focus on highest-weighted sections
Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

MA Pesticide Applicator Study Tips from Top Performers

1Know the four Massachusetts credential types and their requirements under 333 CMR 10.00

2Understand the difference between general use, restricted use, and state limited use pesticides

3Memorize Commercial recertification: 12 credits / 3 years, max 6 online

4Practice calibration formula: GPA = (GPM x 5,940) / (MPH x spacing in inches)

5Study the WPS requirements including pre-work training and decontamination supplies

6Review Massachusetts-specific categories: Agricultural, Structural, Aquatic, and others

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Massachusetts pesticide credential types?

Massachusetts issues four credentials: Applicator License (core), Private Certification (agriculture), Commercial Certification (for-hire RUP use), and Dealer License. Commercial Certification requires 2+ years of prior licensure.

How do I recertify in Massachusetts?

Complete 12 credit hours of continuing education every 3 years, with a maximum of 6 credits from on-demand (online) courses. Credentials expire December 31 each year and can be renewed starting in October.

Where do I apply for Massachusetts pesticide credentials?

All applications must be submitted online through the EEA ePLACE Portal. Contact MDAR for exam scheduling and credential questions.