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What is the main purpose of the Virginia Core Manual? - Answer-to support general safety training for all pesticide users. This will help you become a competent pesticide manager. What state law sets the rules for pesticide use in Virginia? - Answer-The Virginia Pesticide Control Act. What 2 state agencies are responsible for ensuring the safe use of pesticides in Virginia? - AnswerThe Virginia pesticide control board and the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services What is the difference between a private applicator and a commercial applicator? - Answer-A private applicator is a farmer who uses restricted-use pesticides while producing an agricultural commodity on private land. (corn, soybeans, tobacco, food animals, lumber) Commercial applicators control pests on the job for consumers, their employers, and/or the public. What is the main difference between the 4 classes of commercial applicators? - Answer-Their employer How does a registered technician differ from a certified commercial applicator? - Answer-A registered technician may only use general-use pesticides unless directly supervised by a certified commercial applicator. What sort of training is required for registered technicians? - Answer-At least 20 hours of instruction and self study What sort of credentials do you need to apply to take a commercial applicator exam in Virginia? - Answer-One of the following: 1) a valid Virginia registered technician certificate that has been in force for at least a year 2) a valid commercial applicator certificate from another state with requirements similar to Virginia's 3) proof of enough formal education, training, and/or experiences in pesticide use to qualify for training What are the formats for the certifications exam? - Answer-Paper/pencil or touch-screen computersIn which commercial applicator category would you need certification if you controlled weeds along roadsides for the Virginia DoT? - Answer-Category 6, Right-of-Way Pest Control Who is required to have a pesticide business license? - Answer-Persons engaged in the business of distributing, applying, or recommending the use of a pesticide product and those who store or sell pesticides. What responsibilities are common to certified applicators? - Answer-1. Adhering to the pesticide label 2. Supervising applicators in their charge 3. Keeping records of pesticide applications 4. Reporting accidents or incidents 5. Attending approved continuing education courses