2021 Henderson County Pesticide Recertification Classes

• Private Applicator “V” Training (On-line): This course will cover the two-hours of required pesticide safety information required to recertify a NC private applicator pesticide license. Webcam is required to ensure applicator is present during the presentations. Zoom software will need to be installed on computer or phone to view the class. A link to the on-line class will be emailed to registered attendees a day prior to the event. During the class have your pesticide license information handy, this information will be collected at the conclusion of the program via the chat box in order to receive credit.
  • Date: March 25, 2021
    Time: 6:00-8:00 p.m.
    Location: On-line Only
    Registration Information: CLICK HERE!

• Private Applicator “V” Training (In-Person Tentatively): This course will cover the two-hours of required pesticide safety information required to recertify a NC private applicator pesticide license.
  • Date: September 14, 2021
    Time: 9:00-11:00 a.m.
    Location: Henderson County Center, 100 Jackson Park Road, Hendersonville, NC 28792
    Registration Information: CLICK HERE!
  • Date: September 16, 2021
    Time: 6:00-8:00 p.m.
    Location: Henderson County Center, 100 Jackson Park Road, Hendersonville, NC 28792
    Registration Information: CLICK HERE!

• Pesticide Recertification Classes for the Green Industry: Catagories: Dealer D : 2; Landscape L : 2; Demo/Research N : 2; Ag Pest Control O : 2; Private X : 2. For dates and registration information read more at: https://henderson.ces.ncsu.edu/2021/01/pesticide-licensing-recertification-classes-2021/

Questions concerning these programs should be directed to the Henderson County Cooperative Extension Office:(828) 697-4891.

2021 Online Pesticide Schools and State Wide Courses

Check out the 2021 Pesticide School Registration Form for information about the Spring 2021 Pesticide Schools. Click Here to see the list of Upcoming Pesticide Schools and Exam Locations.

Check the NCDA Course Calendar to Find all Upcoming Pesticide Recertification Courses in NC.

Paraquat training is also currently available online at www.usparaquattraining.com.  Applicators will need to register on the site, watch a 45-minute video presentation, and complete a quiz (final assessment). A certification of completion is awarded with a 100% quiz score (unlimited re-attempts allowed).

Personal Protective Equipment Guidance for Pesticide Applicators during COVID-19

The NC Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services – Pesticide Section and NC Department of Labor – Agricultural Safety and Health Bureau have been working with the NC Agromedicine Institute to develop guidance for pesticide applicators & handlers regarding the use of PPE amidst COVID-19. The guidance is attached in English and Spanish.

PPE_Guidance_Final_English

PPE_Guidance_Final_Spanish

EPA Guidance for Respirator Fit Test Exemption and PPE Shortage Under COVID Restrictions. Offical Guidance Document.

The following is the complete guidance from EPA and is in effect until further notice:
https://www.epa.gov/enforcement/statement-regarding-respiratory-protection-shortages-and-reduced-availability-respirator