Who is permitted to apply pesticides with a certification statement?

• A. Any trained staff member.
• B. The owner.
• C. Uncertified individuals under supervision.
• D. Only certified or authorized applicators.

Answer: (D)

Pesticide labels that include a certification statement require the person applying to be certified or explicitly authorized to apply that product. This ensures the applicator has the necessary training to follow label directions, use required personal protective equipment, and manage risks to people, property, and the environment. Simply being trained or being the owner does not automatically grant the legal authority to apply; certification shows you’ve met the regulatory standards. Uncertified individuals may only apply if there is a specific regulatory authorization allowing that, and typically this still involves supervision by a certified applicator. So, the only people who may apply pesticides with a certification statement are those who are certified or explicitly authorized to apply.