NYS PCO NYS PCO Laws and Regulations

Question 1

Which New York State agency is responsible for licensing and regulating pest control operators?

Accepted Answer

NYS Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)

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NYS Department of Health (DOH)

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NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets

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NYS Department of Labor

Question 2

Under NYS law, a Pesticide Business Registration must be renewed every:

Accepted Answer

3 years

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1 year

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5 years

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2 years

Question 3

Which NYS law requires that schools be notified prior to pesticide applications on school property?

Accepted Answer

The School Pesticide Notification Law (ECL §33-0101)

Answer

The Safe Drinking Water Act

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The NYS Right-to-Know Law

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OSHA Hazard Communication

Question 4

A certified pesticide applicator in NY who supervises commercial applications must hold certification in the appropriate:

Accepted Answer

Category and subcategory (e.g., 7A for structural pest control)

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Any category regardless of pest type

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Only a general applicator license

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Federal FIFRA certification only

Question 5

What is the maximum civil penalty per violation for an unlicensed person performing commercial pesticide applications in New York?

Accepted Answer

$5,000 per violation

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$500 per violation

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$250 per violation

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$10,000 per violation

Question 6

Under the NYS Neighbor Notification Law, registered pesticide businesses must maintain a registry of neighbors who request prior notification of outdoor applications. Notification must be given at least:

Accepted Answer

24 hours before outdoor application

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1 hour before application

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48 hours before application

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No specific timeframe is required