6. Does a delivery staff who does handle opened RUP pesticide containers need a pesticide license?
Yes, they need a license.
No, they do not need a license.
7. Does a delivery staff who does handle sealed (never opened) RUP containers need a pesticide license?
No, they do not need a license.
Yes, they need a license.
8. Does my employee that cleans the bins and containers of RUPs need a license?
Yes, they need a license.
Yes, they need a license.
9. Does the employee that loads application equipment with RUP products need a license?
Yes, they need a license.
No, the MDA’s revised certification plan does not allow this. They need to take certification exams in categories (based on their line of work) just like pesticide applicator.
10. We currently operate in Minnesota and another state where they have a training video on safe pesticide handling and certification for completion. Could Minnesota look at doing something similar for staff that clean the RUP containers and equipment?
No, the MDA’s revised certification plan does not allow this. They need to take certification exams in categories (based on their line of work) just like pesticide applicator.
No, they do not need a license.
