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Key Facts: PA Pesticide Applicator Exam
100
Practice Questions
OpenExamPrep
70% (35/50)
Passing Score
Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture (PDA)
$50 Core + $10 per category
Exam Fee
Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture (PDA)
3 years
Recertification
Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture (PDA)
Sample PA Pesticide Applicator Practice Questions
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1Which state agency administers pesticide applicator licensing in Pennsylvania?
2What is the passing score for Pennsylvania pesticide applicator certification exams?
3How many questions are on the Pennsylvania Core and category pesticide exams?
4What is the fee for the Pennsylvania Core pesticide exam?
5What is the fee for each Pennsylvania category pesticide exam?
6How often must Pennsylvania commercial applicators recertify?
7What is the annual renewal fee for a Pennsylvania commercial applicator?
8What law governs pesticide regulation in Pennsylvania?
9What must a Pennsylvania commercial applicator hold in addition to their individual certification?
10How are Pennsylvania pesticide certification exams administered?
About the PA Pesticide Applicator Exam
The Pennsylvania Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certification validates competency in Pennsylvania pesticide laws (PA Pesticide Control Act of 1973), federal FIFRA regulations, pesticide safety, environmental protection, application methods, label compliance, and integrated pest management.
Exam sponsor: Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture (PDA). The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Questions
100 questions
Time Limit
Varies
Passing Score
70% (35/50)
Fees, eligibility, and exam policies can change. Confirm them with the exam sponsor before applying or paying.
Our practice resources: topics covered
We aim to reflect publicly available exam outlines and topic information in our study resources. Coverage, format, and difficulty may differ from the actual exam, and we cannot guarantee that every detail is accurate or current. Confirm exam requirements, fees, and policies with the official exam sponsor.
State Laws & Regulations
PA Pesticide Control Act of 1973, licensing requirements, Pennsylvania-specific regulations, and enforcement
Pesticide Safety
PPE, toxicology, worker protection standard, and emergency response
Environmental Protection
Groundwater protection, drift management, endangered species, and pollution prevention
Application Methods
Calibration, IPM, equipment, formulations, and resistance management
Label Compliance
Label interpretation, record keeping, storage, disposal, and legal requirements
Preparing for the PA Pesticide Applicator Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 70% (35/50)
- Exam length: 100 questions
- Time limit: Varies
- Exam / certification fees: $50 Core + $10 per category Official sources
Using Our Practice Resources
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pennsylvania pesticide applicator exam?
The Pennsylvania Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certification tests knowledge of Pennsylvania pesticide laws, EPA/FIFRA regulations, safety, environmental protection, and application principles. Administered by Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture (PDA).
What score do I need to pass?
You need a score of 70% (35/50) to pass the certification exams.
How often must I recertify?
Recertification is required every 3 years (6 core credits + category credits).