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March 20, 2024 - New Applicator Training - In Person

New Pesticide Applicator Training Classes 
(Core and Categories 6c; 5 or 8)

 

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New Pesticide Applicator Training Classes

(Core and Categories 5, 6c, 8)

This training program provides an overview of pesticide safety information. Everyone attending the morning session will receive documentation that they have met the requirements of Trained Serviceperson training. A Trained Serviceperson can apply pesticides in Ohio as long as they are working under the supervision of a licensed commercial applicator. The afternoon sessions will review Ornamental Weed Control (Category 6c). Attendees will choose between Industrial Vegetation (Category 5) and Turf (Category 8).

Testing is available at the conclusion of the day. A photo ID is required for the test.

Program Brochure

Note: There will be no recertification credits offered at any New Applicator classes. If you need recertification credits, please attend one of our Commercial Recertification Conferences in the winter.

 


 

Registration

$35 Morning Session - Core/Trained Service Persons
$25 Afternoon Sessions - Categories 6c, 5 or 8

 

REGISTER HERE 

Deadline: 1 week prior to webinar.

This course will be taught as an online webinar. If you register, you will be sent a link to attend. To receive study materials for the class, you must apply for a license with the Ohio Department of Agriculture, which requires a separate $35 fee. Signing up for this class will not deliver you study materials.

If you register 10 days prior to the webinar, you will receive a hard copy of all course materials. All students will receive digital access to the course materials.

Breakout Sessions

If registering for the entire day, you will need to choose your breakout session:

5- Industrial Vegetation - The application of pesticides to non-agricultural lands, such as roadways, public water courses, utility rights-of-way, or in close proximity to industrial sites, power stations, parking lots or similar areas for the control or eradication of unwanted vegetation. NOTE: this category is permitted to make 6c applications.

8- Turf - The application of pesticides to lawns, turf, sod, or to soil areas being prepared for the production of turf for the control of pests except vertebrates. NOTE: this category is permitted to make 6c applications.

Please contact us at 614-292-4070 if you need help choosing your breakout session.


Registration Form coming soon

Refunds and Cancellations: There is a $25 processing charge per registrant for any cancellation, including Purchase Orders. No-shows must notify the registrar within two weeks of a missed course: reschedule for a 2023 course OR request a refund. No refunds will be issued after more than two weeks from the missed session. There is a $30 fee for returned checks.


 

Schedule

Registration and check in begins at 8:30 a.m. Below is the class schedule.

New Pesticide Applicator Training Classes 
(Core and Categories 5, 6c, 8)

Taught at the Ohio Department of Agriculture in Reynoldsburg

 

Taught at: Ohio Department of Agriculture
Bromfield Administration Building
8995 East Main Street
Reynoldsburg, Ohio 43068


Menu
Registration
Schedule
License and Study Materials
Contact

New Pesticide Applicator Training Classes

(Core and Categories 5, 6c, 8)

This training program provides an overview of pesticide safety information. Everyone attending the morning session will receive documentation that they have met the requirements of Trained Serviceperson training. A Trained Serviceperson can apply pesticides in Ohio as long as they are working under the supervision of a licensed commercial applicator. The afternoon sessions will review Ornamental Weed Control (Category 6c). Attendees will choose between Industrial Vegetation (Category 5) and Turf (Category 8).

Testing is available at the conclusion of the day. A photo ID is required for the test.

Program Brochure

Note: There will be no recertification credits offered at any New Applicator classes. If you need recertification credits, please attend one of our Commercial Recertification Conferences in the winter.

 

 


 

Registration

$35 Morning Session - Core/Trained Service Persons
$25 Afternoon Sessions - Categories 6c, 5 or 8

Registration and check in opens at 8:30 a.m. The class begins at 9:00 a.m. The class fees include a continental breakfast, instruction, and class notes. Lunch is included with pre-registration. Pre-regsitration is required and closes one week prior to course. To receive study materials for the class, you must apply for a license with the Ohio Department of Agriculture, which requires a separate $35 fee. Signing up for this class will not deliver you study materials.

Register Here 

On-site registration accepts cash and check ONLY. No credit cards can be used for on-site registration.

 

Refunds and Cancellations: 
No-shows must notify Recertification Specialists by the program date to reschedule or request a refund. There is a $25 processing fee per registrant for any cancellation, including purchase orders and a $30 fee for returned checks.


 

Schedule

Registration and check in begins at 8:30 a.m. Below is the class schedule. Exams are available at the conclusion of the class, around 3:30 p.m. You will choose what exams you would like to take during the check-in process at the beginning of the day. Attendees that attend the morning session will receive a Trained Serviceperson certificate. 

9:00 Morning Session
Core and Trained Serviceperson Review
Laws and Regulations Applicator Safety and Environment
Calculations and Formulations Label Interpretation and Quiz
Lunch: 12:15 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
1:00 p.m. Afternoon Session
Weed and Herbicide Basics
Weed control principless and herbicide terminology for:
Ornamental Weed (6c) Industrial Vegetation (5)
Turf (8)  
2:10 Breakout Sessions
Turf (8)
Auditorium
Industrial Vegetation (5)
Seminar Room A
Turf Insects Applications and Calculations
Turf Disease Label Reading
  Noxious Weed ID

 


 

License and Study Materials

The New Applicator Pesticide Training course is designed to help you prepare for the Commercial Pesticide Applicator test. To become licensed, you must apply for your license with the Ohio Department of Agriculture.

The application for a pesticide license requires a separate $35 fee be paid to the Ohio Department of Agriculture. To purchase study material, please visit extensionpubs.osu.edu. We recommend that you apply for your license before taking this course.

 

You must pass the core test and at least one category test to receive your license.

Click here for the applicator application form and instructions on obtaining a license.


 

Training Provided by:

Pesticide Safety Education Program
Ohio State University Extension
614-292-4070

Registration Questions: Valerie at Recertification Specialist
740-624-2405
recert.programs@gmail.com