Pesticide Certification Exam Prep Course
Event Details
Date
March 14 - March 15, 2023
Time
8:30am to 12:00pm
Location
Online via Zoom
Cost
Sign Up : $30.00
Host
Eastern New York Commercial HorticultureAre you planning to become a certified pesticide applicator in 2023? Join ENYCHP specialists for an in-depth review of topics covered on the NYS DEC pesticide applicator certification exam. This two-day virtual course includes explanation of key concepts on the core exam, test-taking tips for the core and category exam, practice questions, and Q&A with instructors. Course materials, including program recordings, practice exams, and DEC materials will be available to registrants after the program. This training is geared toward certification categories 1A (agricultural plant), 21 (field and forage), 22 (fruit), and 23 (vegetable).
Prior to attending, participants are encouraged to view the introductory 'How to Obtain a Pesticide Applicator License' webinar live on March 2 or via our recording posted on the ENYCHP YouTube page. Participants should also purchase the Core Certification Training Manual for Pesticide Applicators and Technicians and appropriate category manual beforehand for category certification sought. Contact Elisabeth Hodgdon with questions and requests for accommodations (eh528@cornell.edu or 518-650-5323).
Agenda:
Tuesday, Mar. 14
8:30: Welcome & Introductions
8:40: Taking the Exam
8:50: Regulations (Ch. 14, 15, & 16)
9:20: Key Definitions and Overview of Pests (Ch. 1 & 2)
9:50: Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and Pesticide Resistance (Ch. 12 & 13)
10:10: Break
10:25: Pesticides, Formulations, and Labels (Ch. 3, 4, & 28)
11:10: Exposure, Toxicity, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (Ch. 5 - 7)
11:45: Practice Questions & Review of Day 1 Material
12: Adjourn
Wednesday, Mar. 15
8:30: Welcome & Announcements
8:40: Storage, Security, & Emergencies (Ch. 17-20)
9:10: Mixing and Loading (Ch. 26)
9:30: Environmental Considerations (Ch. 10, 11, 22, & 23)
9:50: First Aid (Ch. 8 & 9)
10:10: Break
10:25: Application Equipment, Calibration, and Calculations (Ch. 21, 24, & 25)
11:10: Pesticide Waste (Ch. 27)
11:25: Professional Conduct and Liability (Ch. 29)
11: 35: Category Exam Tips
11:40: Practice Questions & Review of Day 2 Material
12: Adjourn
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