Alaska dec pesticide program

An applicator who is still currently certified may renew their certification though Continuing Education. To do so, you must:. To obtain recertification through CEUs, all coursework must be completed prior to expiration of the current certification.

CEUs are available through a variety of classes, conferences, meetings, and online courses. Approved CEUs are listed below. If certification is expired, or if the applicant chooses not to take CEUs, they may obtain certification by taking exams. Preparing for the Exam contains details on this process.

Once the public review period is complete, DEC will conduct a thorough review of the proposed project and determine whether or not to issue a Pesticide-Use Permit. If a Permit is issued, it does not become valid until after a 40 day waiting period, to allow time for the public to appeal the decision.

Pesticide use often raises concern in local communities, and may become contentious. Public resistance to the proposed pesticide use may impact your ability to obtain a Pesticide-Use Permit. Failure to obtain a permit is a violation of state law, and can result in significant penalties under Alaska Statute Consultation If you provide information or consultation about commercial pesticide use, you must be certified.

Schools If you use, or supervise the use of pesticides at a school, you must be certified. Public places If you use, or supervise the use of pesticides at a public place, including parks, common areas of apartment buildings, or government offices, you must be certified.

Submit proof of liability insurance to DEC. All pesticide products must be registered by the Pesticide Control Program in order to be sold in the state. This includes EPA registered products and 25 b products. Alaska does not require registration for adjuvants or pesticide devices unless there is a pesticide within the device.