Pesticide Applicator Certification Frequently Asked Questions

1. What license/certificate do I need?

1. Visit – https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/PI292

2. How do I sign up to take an exam?

1. First obtain a voucher – https://aesecomm.fdacs.gov/default.aspx
2. Second schedule your exam with IFAS – https://pesticideexam.ifas.ufl.edu

3. How do I get technical support or ask questions about Everblue (remote proctored exams)?

1. Call 1-888-502-8151
2. Email – fl.pesticide@support.goeverblue.com

4. What do I need besides the exam to get my certificate? Ask them if they are treating lawns or around buildings with people in them

1. If YES email AESCares@fdacs.gov or call the Pest Control line 850-617-7997
2. If NO then no requirements needed before testing; just get a voucher and test

5. My voucher isn’t working who do I contact?

1. For 487/ag licenses call 850-617-7870 or email AESCares@fdacs.gov
2. For 482/structural license call 850-617-7997 or email AESCares@fdacs.gov
3. For 388/mosquito call 850-617-7997 or email Cherie.trimble@fdacs.gov

6. I passed my exams now what?

1. Check your email for further instructions; might need to check junk mail
2. Or email AESCares@FDACS.gov if no email can be found

7. I paid where is my license/certificate?

1. First search your name here: https://aessearch.fdacs.gov/PersonSearch.asp
2. IF there is a license there go here to request a duplicate copy: https://aesecomm.fdacs.gov/Default.aspx?type=RUP
3. If no license listed email AESCares@FDACS.gov

8. Where do I find my exam score?

1. Your final score should have been emailed to you, may need to check junk mail
2. If you have nothing, email AESCares@FDACS.gov

9. Where do I renew my pest control business license?

1. Visit – https://aesecomm.fdacs.gov/pestcontrolbusiness.aspx?type=renew
2. For additional assistance contact Jan.Dicks@FDACS.gov

10. I have a question about the pesticide label or how to safely use a specific product, who do I call?

1. Refer to the label or call the number listed on the label

11. I have a question about WPS compliance, who do I call?

1. Refer to https://www.fdacs.gov/Agriculture-Industry/Agricultural-Worker-Safety-FAQ
2. Call your local county extension office https://directory.ifas.ufl.edu/searchdir?pageID=3&pl=05

12. I think someone illegally sprayed pesticides, what do I do?

1. Email michele.newton@fdacs.gov and Cynthia.davis@fdacs.gov
2. Or call 850-617-7996 to file a report

13. I want to be on the “no spray list” and/or be notified before a pesticide application occurs, how do I do that?

1. Visit – https://www.fdacs.gov/Business-Services/Pest-Control/Registry-of-Persons-Requiring-Prior-Notification-of-Pesticides-Map
2. On the right hand side select “application for prior notification of pesticide applications”

Terminology (for FDACS help desk people to understand not to explain to callers)

License: This can refer to either a “license” to apply pesticides for those in Chapter 487 (Agriculture RUP) or can refer to the business license for those in Chapter 482

Statute 388: Mosquito control

Statute 482: using pesticides inside or around buildings (including lawns); residential or associated areas.

Statute 487: Agriculture and all other pesticide uses NOT mosquito or around buildings

RUP: Restricted Use Products or Restricted Use Pesticides

PCO: Pest Control Operator

PIO: Pesticide information Office (352-392-4721)