Must all licensed commercial and noncommercial applicators be certified in each application category?

All licensed commercial and noncommercial applicators are indeed required to be certified in each application category relevant to their pest control activities. Certification ensures that applicators possess the necessary knowledge and skills related to the specific types of pest control methods they will be using, as well as an understanding of safety protocols and environmental regulations. This level of training is crucial for the protection of public health, the environment, and the effectiveness of pest management strategies.

Moreover, specific pest control categories, such as agricultural pest control, structural pest control, and others, may have unique challenges and requirements. Therefore, being certified in each of these categories ensures that applicators are equipped to handle diverse situations professionally and safely. This requirement exists to maintain a standard of competency within the pest control industry, thus safeguarding both the applicators and the communities in which they operate.

Those who are not aware of this requirement may misinterpret the need for certifications, leading to insufficient training in specific application categories, which could ultimately result in ineffective pest management and increased risk to public health and safety.