Which of the following statements accurately describes restricted-use pesticides?

• A. They can be used by the general public
• B. They are never harmful
• C. They do not require labeling
• D. They require certification and are restricted to licensed applicators

Answer: (D)

Restricted-use pesticides are chemicals that pose greater risks to people or the environment, so they must be handled only by individuals who have completed certification and training. This ensures that those applying the products understand safe handling, application rates, timing, and protective measures. Because of this higher level of risk, access to these pesticides is limited to licensed applicators, which is why the statement describing them as requiring certification and being restricted to licensed applicators is correct.

The other ideas don’t fit: they’re not available to the general public, they can be harmful if misused, and all pesticides come with labeling requirements, so saying they do not require labeling is false.