NYS PCO Laws and Regulations Flashcards
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Which New York State agency is responsible for licensing and regulating pest control operators?
Answer: NYS Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)
The NYS DEC administers the pesticide certification and business registration program under Environmental Conservation Law Article 33.
Under NYS law, a Pesticide Business Registration must be renewed every:
Answer: 3 years
NYS pesticide business registrations are renewed on a 3-year cycle with the DEC.
Which NYS law requires that schools be notified prior to pesticide applications on school property?
Answer: The School Pesticide Notification Law (ECL §33-0101)
New York's School Pesticide Notification Law requires prior notice to parents and staff before pesticide applications in and around school buildings.
A certified pesticide applicator in NY who supervises commercial applications must hold certification in the appropriate:
Answer: Category and subcategory (e.g., 7A for structural pest control)
NY certified applicators must hold the specific category and subcategory matching the pest and site type; structural PCO work falls under Category 7A.
What is the maximum civil penalty per violation for an unlicensed person performing commercial pesticide applications in New York?
Answer: $5,000 per violation
NYS DEC can impose civil penalties of up to $5,000 per violation for unlicensed pesticide application under Environmental Conservation Law.
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:
Answer: 24 hours before outdoor application
The NYS Neighbor Notification Law requires at least 24 hours notice to registered neighbors before outdoor pesticide applications.