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We will train pesticide applicators in the use of restricted use pesticides. We will present educational programs in a classroom setting and supplement with hands-on training where possible. We will develop and update manuals, PowerPoint slide sets, DVD's, and other training materials to enhance the pesticide training experience. We will develop and coordinate recertification educational programs to allow certified applicators to obtain educational credits to allow them to maintain their certifications. We will maintain web sites and mail training notices to applicators to keep them informed of training opportunities. These efforts will result in better trained, competent pesticide applicators which will minimize any possible negative effects on humans, animals, or the environment.
Non-Technical Summary: <BR>Pesticides are by definiton (cide means to kill) toxic substances. Anyone who is going to use pesticides needs to be adequately trained in reading and understanding the label, use of personal protective equipment, environmental protection, state and federal laws, equipment calibration, etc. The benefits to adequately trained applicators is better management of pests as well as protection of humans, animals, and the environment. <P> Approach: <BR> We will offer the following Pesticide Safety Education Program to Rhode Island Applicators (eight hours of training and testing per date): Fall 2011 Sept. 25, Oct 7 Core Training I Oct. 23, Nov. 6 Core Training II Nov 13, Nov 25 Core Training III Oct. 2 Cat. 2 Forestry 3A, 3B Turf & Ornamentals Oct 30 Cat. 7A, 7D Household & Vertebrate Dec. 4 Cat. 7B Termite Winter/Spring/Summer 2012 Feb. 12, 26 Core Training IV Mar. 12, 26 Core Training V Apr. 7, 23 Core Training VI May 7, 21 Core Training VII July 9, 23 Core Training VIII Mar. 3 Cat 6 Right of Way Mar. 31 Cat 2 Forestry, 3A, 3B Turf & Ornamentals Apr. 2 Cat. 7B Termite Apr. 21 Cat. 7A, 7D Household & Vertebrate May 22 Cat. 7E, 8 Mosquito & Public Health We will also select, acquire and catalog training literature, pesticide information, and computer programs to better inform the public and extension specialist colleagues. Dr. Alm will also handle numerous phone calls from home owners, growers, and pest control operators on various aspects of pest control and restricted use pesticides. Golf course, grower visits, and applied IPM demonstration projects will also be conducted.