What is the Fumigation class of pesticide applicator certificates used for?

• A. Use of fumigants for soil fumigation and within enclosed structures.
• B. Use of fumigants for insect control in open fields.
• C. Application by aerial spray in orchards.
• D. Pesticide mixing and loading.

Answer: (A)

Fumigation uses gases to kill pests in soil or inside enclosed spaces, and it requires careful handling, gas monitoring, and strict safety controls. The Fumigation class certificate authorizes the applicator to use fumigants specifically for soil fumigation and for work within enclosed structures. This focus is what makes it distinct from other certification areas that cover open-field insect control or aerial spraying, which involve different application methods and often require separate endorsements. It also isn’t about general pesticide mixing and loading, which falls under different certs or endorsements; fumigation certification centers on the act of applying fumigants. So, this certificate is for using fumigants in soil fumigation and within enclosed spaces.