Structural Pest Control Rules &
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What is the primary responsibility of licensed structural pest control operators? -
ANSWER To carry out the provisions and terms of all contracts for the control of
structural pests.
What types of pests are licensed structural pest control operators responsible for
controlling? - ANSWER Insects, rodents, fungi, or other pests indicated in the
control agreements.
What is required for licensed structural pest control operators regarding active
infestations? - ANSWER They must obtain control of active infestations for which
control agreements were entered into prior to July 1, 1955, if contracts are
currently effective.
What must methods and materials used in structural pest control comply with? -
ANSWER Current label registrations of federal and State of North Carolina
agencies.
What must licensed structural pest control operators maintain at their business
locations? - ANSWER Copies of current registered labels for all pesticides used.
, What is the purpose of the North Carolina Structural Pest Control Committee's
incorporation of federal regulations? - ANSWER To ensure supervision of
noncertified applicators in accordance with federal pesticide applicator certification
requirements.
What qualifications must a registered technician meet before using pesticides
under supervision? - ANSWER They must complete training requirements, be
instructed in safe equipment operation, and be at least 18 years old.
What must licensed or certified applicators provide to registered technicians
regarding pesticide use? - ANSWER Access to applicable product labeling and all
personal protective equipment (PPE) required by the labeling.
What training must licensed or certified applicators provide to registered
technicians? - ANSWER Training on analyzing a site before application and
understanding when to postpone an application.
What must be ensured about equipment used for pesticide application? -
ANSWER It must be in proper operating condition and used without risk of
foreseeable adverse effects.
What communication requirement is there for registered technicians using
pesticides? - ANSWER They must have a means to immediately communicate
with the licensed or certified applicator.
What is the definition of 'active infestation of a specific organism'? - ANSWER
Evidence of present activity by that organism, visible in, on, or under a structure,
or in or on debris under the structure.
,What does 'active ingredient' refer to in pest control? - ANSWER An ingredient
which will or is intended to prevent, destroy, repel, or mitigate any pest.
How long must records documenting registered technician qualifications be kept?
- ANSWER For two years from the date the registered technician uses the
pesticide.
What information must be included in the records for each registered technician? -
ANSWER Printed name and signature, date training was completed, name of the
trainer, and title or description of the training.
What is the 'Act or law' referred to in the document? - ANSWER The Structural
Pest Control Act of North Carolina of 1955.
What are the general duties of licensed structural pest control operators? -
ANSWER To ensure satisfactory control of pests as per the control agreements.
What must licensed applicators ensure regarding PPE for registered technicians? -
ANSWER That it is being worn and used correctly for its intended purpose.
What is the significance of the history note at the end of the document? -
ANSWER It provides the authority and effective dates for the regulations outlined.
What is required of licensed or certified applicators before a registered technician
uses any pesticide? - ANSWER They must ensure the technician has met all
training requirements and qualifications.
What does Rule .0313 of this Chapter pertain to? - ANSWER Training
requirements for registered technicians.
, Field representative tasks - ANSWER Identify infestations or infections, make
inspections, apply pesticides, submit bids.
Qualifying manager - ANSWER The licensed operator designated by a registered
company to supervise the daily business of the company.
Branch office record keeping - ANSWER A branch office has to keep separate
records, receive mail, collect money, and take requests for service or bids.
Registered company capabilities - ANSWER A registered company may secure
pest control work, employ field reps, operators, and applicators, and make
inspections.
Licensed applicator pesticide application - ANSWER A licensed applicator can
apply pesticides only after he has done an inspection and sold the job.
Monthly pesticide reporting - ANSWER Each month, the amount of pesticides
used in each county has to be reported directly to the Structural Pest Control
Board.
Operator definition - ANSWER An operator is an individual who has been
licensed by the board to practice structural pest control.
Inspection before pest treatment - ANSWER Before doing any pest control
treatment, you must tell clients which pest will be controlled, which pesticides you
are going to use, and give them a special written notice about chemical safety.
Unlicensed person selling pest control services - ANSWER It is illegal for an
unlicensed person to sell pest control services.
RegulationsEXAM STUDY GUIDE
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<NEWEST VERSION>
What is the primary responsibility of licensed structural pest control operators? -
ANSWER To carry out the provisions and terms of all contracts for the control of
structural pests.
What types of pests are licensed structural pest control operators responsible for
controlling? - ANSWER Insects, rodents, fungi, or other pests indicated in the
control agreements.
What is required for licensed structural pest control operators regarding active
infestations? - ANSWER They must obtain control of active infestations for which
control agreements were entered into prior to July 1, 1955, if contracts are
currently effective.
What must methods and materials used in structural pest control comply with? -
ANSWER Current label registrations of federal and State of North Carolina
agencies.
What must licensed structural pest control operators maintain at their business
locations? - ANSWER Copies of current registered labels for all pesticides used.
, What is the purpose of the North Carolina Structural Pest Control Committee's
incorporation of federal regulations? - ANSWER To ensure supervision of
noncertified applicators in accordance with federal pesticide applicator certification
requirements.
What qualifications must a registered technician meet before using pesticides
under supervision? - ANSWER They must complete training requirements, be
instructed in safe equipment operation, and be at least 18 years old.
What must licensed or certified applicators provide to registered technicians
regarding pesticide use? - ANSWER Access to applicable product labeling and all
personal protective equipment (PPE) required by the labeling.
What training must licensed or certified applicators provide to registered
technicians? - ANSWER Training on analyzing a site before application and
understanding when to postpone an application.
What must be ensured about equipment used for pesticide application? -
ANSWER It must be in proper operating condition and used without risk of
foreseeable adverse effects.
What communication requirement is there for registered technicians using
pesticides? - ANSWER They must have a means to immediately communicate
with the licensed or certified applicator.
What is the definition of 'active infestation of a specific organism'? - ANSWER
Evidence of present activity by that organism, visible in, on, or under a structure,
or in or on debris under the structure.
,What does 'active ingredient' refer to in pest control? - ANSWER An ingredient
which will or is intended to prevent, destroy, repel, or mitigate any pest.
How long must records documenting registered technician qualifications be kept?
- ANSWER For two years from the date the registered technician uses the
pesticide.
What information must be included in the records for each registered technician? -
ANSWER Printed name and signature, date training was completed, name of the
trainer, and title or description of the training.
What is the 'Act or law' referred to in the document? - ANSWER The Structural
Pest Control Act of North Carolina of 1955.
What are the general duties of licensed structural pest control operators? -
ANSWER To ensure satisfactory control of pests as per the control agreements.
What must licensed applicators ensure regarding PPE for registered technicians? -
ANSWER That it is being worn and used correctly for its intended purpose.
What is the significance of the history note at the end of the document? -
ANSWER It provides the authority and effective dates for the regulations outlined.
What is required of licensed or certified applicators before a registered technician
uses any pesticide? - ANSWER They must ensure the technician has met all
training requirements and qualifications.
What does Rule .0313 of this Chapter pertain to? - ANSWER Training
requirements for registered technicians.
, Field representative tasks - ANSWER Identify infestations or infections, make
inspections, apply pesticides, submit bids.
Qualifying manager - ANSWER The licensed operator designated by a registered
company to supervise the daily business of the company.
Branch office record keeping - ANSWER A branch office has to keep separate
records, receive mail, collect money, and take requests for service or bids.
Registered company capabilities - ANSWER A registered company may secure
pest control work, employ field reps, operators, and applicators, and make
inspections.
Licensed applicator pesticide application - ANSWER A licensed applicator can
apply pesticides only after he has done an inspection and sold the job.
Monthly pesticide reporting - ANSWER Each month, the amount of pesticides
used in each county has to be reported directly to the Structural Pest Control
Board.
Operator definition - ANSWER An operator is an individual who has been
licensed by the board to practice structural pest control.
Inspection before pest treatment - ANSWER Before doing any pest control
treatment, you must tell clients which pest will be controlled, which pesticides you
are going to use, and give them a special written notice about chemical safety.
Unlicensed person selling pest control services - ANSWER It is illegal for an
unlicensed person to sell pest control services.
