Editing Restricted use pesticide (section)

== License ==
The [[Worker Protection Standard]] (WPS) identifies the type of requirements that must be satisfied to obtain the proper license needed to purchase and apply restricted use pesticide.<ref>{{cite web|title=Worker Safety and Training|url=http://www.epa.gov/opp00001/health/worker.htm|publisher=United States Environmental Protection Agency}}</ref> The process required to obtain a pest control licenses is regulated by a combination of state laws, federal laws, common law, and private company policies. All RUP applications must be recorded to identify the date, location, and type of pesticide applied. Federal law requires a minimum record retention period, which may be three years or longer depending upon state laws. There are two licensee categories: supervisor and applicator. A pest control supervisor license is required to purchase RUP. Duties of a licensed pest control supervisor include:
* ensuring that pest control applicators are competent to use any restricted use products.
* maintaining application records for 3 years or more, as determined by state and federal laws. These records must identify the date, location, and type of pesticide that has been applied.
* notifying the local government agency that is responsible for air quality to satisfy laws governing the [[right to know]]<ref>{{cite web|title=Learn about Your Right to Know|url=http://www.epa.gov/epahome/r2k.htm|publisher=United States Environmental Protection Agency}}</ref> regarding public health and safety risks when restricted use pesticides are applied outside buildings.