What is required to renew a pesticide license or permit?

To renew a pesticide license or permit, completing an approved training course or passing an examination within the past 12 months is essential. This requirement ensures that individuals stay current with the latest practices, safety measures, and regulatory changes in pesticide application and management.

By participating in training or assessment, license holders demonstrate their commitment to using pesticides responsibly and safely, which is crucial for protecting human health and the environment. These requirements are established to promote continuous education among pesticide applicators, allowing them to refresh their knowledge and skills periodically.

Sticking solely to one of these options, such as just completing a training course or only passing an examination, would not satisfy the full requirement, which allows for flexibility in how applicators can meet the renewal criteria. Therefore, the combination of either option being satisfactory aligns with the standards set for the renewal process.