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Richmond County
UGA Extension Office

Pesticide Applicators License

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Which license do I need: Private, Commercial, or Structural?


A Private Pesticide Applicator license...

- Is needed if either of the following statements is true:

I want to purchase and use a Restricted-Use pesticide (RUP) on my property or the property of my employer to produce an agricultural, horticultural, or forestry commodity.

-OR-

I want to supervise the use of a Restricted-Use pesticide (RUP) on my property or the property of my employer to produce an agricultural, horticultural, or forestry commodity.


more details for Private applicators


A Commercial Pesticide Applicator license...

- Is required if you want to buy, apply, or supervise the application of a general use or restricted-use pesticide (RUP) without a fee and you do not qualify as a private applicator.

- Is required if you work for or as a licensed Pesticide Contractor applying any pesticide to the lands of another for a fee unless you work under the supervision of someone else who has a Commercial Pesticide Applicator license.

- Does not permit you to charge a fee unless you also have a Pesticide Contractor license.

- Is required for Restricted-Use pesticide purchases, and your purchases must be confined to only those categories for which you are authorized by your license.


More details for commercial applicators


A Structural Pest Control license...

- Is required to solicit work or perform work as a Structural Pest Control business in Georgia.

- Requires you to be certified or registered and work for a licensed Structural Pest Control company to solicit or perform Structural Pest Control work in Georgia.

- Is divided into three operational categories: Household Pest Control (HPC), Wood Destroying Organisms (WDO), and Structural Fumigation (FUM).

- Requires pre-licensing: training, experience, and examinations.


more details for structural pest applicators


Recertification for Commercial and Private Applicator Licenses

Certified Commercial and Private Pesticide Applicators must earn a required number of recertification credits every five years or be reexamined.
 
Private and Commercial Pesticide Credits are available through the Getting The Best of Pests Archives. To obtain these credits, applicators are required to watch approved webinars in the County Extension Office by appointment only. Cost is $10 per 2 hours. Please call (706) 821-2350 to schedule a session at the Richmond County Extension Office.
 

Other helpful links


More information about pesticide licenses and products can be found at the Georgia Department of Agriculture.


Upcoming Events

  • Oct 15 Moles, Voles and Rodents Oh MY! Discover those furry creatures who tunnel, nibble, and wreak havoc in your house, lawn and garden! Lisa Klein with UGA Extension Gwinnett will teach you how to identify these small mammals, their biology and habitat needs and explore effective, research?based strategies to exclude and prevent damage around your home and landscape. Perfect for homeowners, gardeners, and anyone ready to reclaim their yard from underground troublemakers.
    • Virtual Event
  • Oct 22 Honey Bee Control and Removal Training Gwinnett County Extension is offering the Georgia Structural Pest Control Commission approved 8-hour training required to obtain a Honey Bee Control and Removal (HBR) license through two half day sessions. Attendance at these sessions is required to satisfy one requirement for the license. For questions, please contact the Gwinnett Extension office directly at 678-377-4010. Fee:$42
    • Lawrenceville, GA - (122.0 Miles)
  • Oct 23 Honey Bee Control and Removal Training Gwinnett County Extension is offering the Georgia Structural Pest Control Commission approved 8-hour training required to obtain a Honey Bee Control and Removal (HBR) license through two half day sessions. Attendance at these sessions is required to satisfy one requirement for the license. For questions, please contact the Gwinnett Extension office directly at 678-377-4010. Fee:$42
    • Lawrenceville, GA - (122.0 Miles)