Pesticides

Oregon Department of Agriculture – Pesticides Division http://oregon.gov/ODA/PEST/

Find all the laws and regulations related to pesticide use in your state. There is also a searchable database for state-registered pesticides and certified pesticide applicators (commercial and private). In addition, information on becoming certified and licensed as a Private Pesticide Applicator is available. Specific links of interest include:

Registered Pesticides http://oda.state.or.us/dbs/pest_productsL2K/search.lasso, which allows you to search for pesticides registered for use in your state.

Laws and Regulations  http://oregon.gov/ODA/PEST/lawsregs_index.shtml, which links to legislation applicable to pesticide use in your state.

Private Pesticide Applicator Certification and Licensing http://oregon.gov/ODA/PEST/licensing_index.shtml, which outlines the requirements for certification and licensing to become a Private Pesticide Applicator in your state. Information on recertification (which is required every 5 years) is also provided.

Forest landowners wishing to apply restricted use pesticides on their property must be licensed as a Private Pesticide Applicator. You can find information on study materials and learn about test locations on the site.

Oregon State University Cooperative Extension – Pesticide & IPM Safety Program http://www.ipmnet.org/tim/Pesticide_Ed/Pesticide_Education_Main_Page.htm

Offers training classes for recertification.