Which statement about purchasing or using Restricted Use Pesticides is true?

Which statement about purchasing or using Restricted Use Pesticides is true?

• A. Any licensed person may purchase and use
• B. Homeowners may use with supervision
• C. RUPs can be used without training
• D. Only certified applicators may purchase, mix, load, apply or direct use of RUPs

Answer: (D)

Restricted Use Pesticides are controlled so that only people who are certified as pesticide applicators may buy or use them. The product label and state regulations require that purchase, mixing, loading, applying, or directing the use of RUPs be done only by certified applicators, ensuring proper training, safety practices, and compliance with the label. Homeowners aren’t allowed to use RUPs, even under supervision, because certification is still required. Training is part of the requirement, so they cannot be used without it. That’s why the statement that only certified applicators may purchase, mix, load, apply or direct use of RUPs is true.

Restricted Use Pesticides are controlled so that only people who are certified as pesticide applicators may buy or use them. The product label and state regulations require that purchase, mixing, loading, applying, or directing the use of RUPs be done only by certified applicators, ensuring proper training, safety practices, and compliance with the label. Homeowners aren’t allowed to use RUPs, even under supervision, because certification is still required. Training is part of the requirement, so they cannot be used without it. That’s why the statement that only certified applicators may purchase, mix, load, apply or direct use of RUPs is true.