Which state agency regulates pesticide applicators and their certification?

• A. FDACS
• B. EPA
• C. FDA
• D. OSHA

Answer: (A)

Certification of pesticide applicators is handled at the state level by the state department of agriculture (in Florida, this is the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services). This agency runs the certification program, sets the exam and renewal requirements, and enforces proper pesticide use within the state to ensure safety and compliance with labels.

Federal EPA regulates pesticides as products—registration, labeling, and tolerances—not individual state applicator certification. FDA has a role related to食品 safety and residues, while OSHA oversees general workplace safety. So the state agricultural department is the one that specifically governs applicator certification.