Event Details

Date

March 23, 2021

Time

1pm - 4pm

Location

Online via Zoom

Host

CCE Broome
Elisabeth Hodgdon
518-650-5323


How to Obtain a Pesticide Applicator License

March 23, 2021

How to Obtain a Pesticide Applicator License

Thinking about becoming a certified pesticide applicator in New York? This online program will cover the basics of who needs a pesticide license, license types, examination procedures, and important information to know for the test. We will incorporate interactive practice questions and activities within the program to test participant knowledge in preparation for the exam.
Agenda:

1:00: Welcome and Introductions -Elisabeth Hodgdon & Mike Basedow, ENYCHP specialists

1:10: NYS Department of Environmental Conservation's pesticide certification procedures -Brayton Pendell, NYSDEC

2:00: Exam content: Understanding pests and pesticides, integrated pest management - Elisabeth Hodgdon, ENYCHP

2:40: Break

2:45: Exam content: How to read a pesticide label, pesticide safety and risk management, sprayer calibration - Mike Basedow, ENYCHP

3:45: Wrap up, final Q & A

4:00: End program

Note: This webinar is not a substitute for the required 30-hour training class. Any questions on exam eligibility will be answered by a NYSDEC representative.

Cost: $10, or $5 for ENYCHP enrollees. 

Contact Elisabeth Hodgdon (eh528@cornell.edu or 518-650-5323) with questions and/or assistance using Zoom technology. 






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