Which of the following is typically required in addition to having certification when using restricted-use pesticides?

• A. Record keeping and compliance with applicator requirements
• B. No additional requirements
• C. Only use during certain hours
• D. Payment of extra taxes

Answer: (A)

Certification shows you know how to handle restricted-use pesticides safely and follow the label, but in practice you’re also required to keep records and follow applicator requirements. Keeping records means noting what product was used, the rate, the date and place of application, the pest treated, weather conditions, and the identity of the applicator, plus any PPE worn. This documentation supports regulatory oversight and helps with accountability and ongoing pest management. Compliance with applicator requirements means applying exactly as labeled, using the proper equipment, observing re-entry intervals and drift precautions, and following storage and disposal rules, along with any state-specific rules. The other options aren’t standard obligations for restricted-use pesticide use.