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About the agriculture category exams
Study materials and outlines are presented below for the five agriculture category exams. These are category exams for the Commercial Pesticide Applicator License or the Public Pesticide Applicator License. Exams covered in this section will not count towards Private Pesticide Applicator certification, which is required for restricted-use pesticide use in agricultural production on land owned or rented by the applicator.
Agriculture: herbicide
This category exam covers the use of herbicides on agricultural lands (includes Christmas tree plantations and commercial nurseries). Exam outline, pdf (43K)
Recommended study materials:
Title
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| Agriculture Herbicide Study Manual
| OSU Bookstores, Inc.
541-737-1506
Order online
| Weeds of the West
| OSU Bookstores, Inc.
541-737-1506
Order online
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Agriculture: insecticide/fungicide
This category exam covers the use of insecticides, fungicides or nematocides on agricultural lands (includes Christmas tree plantations and commercial nurseries). Exam outline, pdf (70K)
Recommended study materials:
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| Introduction to Insect & Disease Management
(MISC 0175)
| WSU Bulletin Office
800-723-1763
Order online
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Agriculture: livestock pest
This category exam covers the use of pesticides for the control of pests, such as insects, mites and ticks on livestock.
Recommended study materials:
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| Pesticide Applicator Training Manual - Animal (CORN ANIM)
| OSU Extension Publication Orders
800-561-6719
Order online
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Agriculture: soil fumigation
This is a category exam for the Commercial Pesticide Applicator License or the Public Pesticide Applicator License. It covers the use of soil applied fumigants on agricultural lands (includes Christmas tree plantations and commercial nurseries). Exam outline, pdf (72K)
Recommended study materials:
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| Soil Fumigation
(MISC 0163)
| WSU Bulletin Office
800-723-1763
Order online
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Agriculture: vertebrate pests
This is a category exam for the Commercial Pesticide Applicator License or the Public Pesticide Applicator License. It covers the use of pesticides in agricultural areas for the control of vertebrate pests other than livestock predators. Exam outline, pdf (73K)
Recommended study materials:
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| Animal Damage Control in Washington (EB1147)
| Out of print
Online version (very large files)
Part 1, pdf (1.78 MB)
Part 2, pdf (2.38MB)
Part 3, pdf (2.79 MB)
Part 4, pdf (2.45 MB)
Part 5, pdf (2.98 MB)
Part 6, pdf (2.22 MB)
Part 7, pdf (2.1 MB)
Part 8, pdf (2.17 MB)
Part 9, pdf (1.65 MB)
Or Oregon Department of Agriculture
503-986-4635
| Meadow Mouse (Vole) Control in Tree Fruit Orchard Ditches & Dams
| Out of print
Online version only, pdf (103K)
| (EC 987) Controlling Moles
(EC 1117) Controlling Pocket Gopher Damage to Agricultural Crops
(EC 1429) Controlling Ground Squirrel Damage to Forages & Field Crops
(EM 8850) Oregon Pesticide Applicator Manual
Chapter 6-Symptoms of Pesticide Poisoning | OSU Extension Publication Orders
800-561-6719
Online (EC 987), pdf (678K)
Online (EC 1117), pdf (189 K)
Online (EC 1429), pdf (69K)
Order online (EM 8850)
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| Aquatic |
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This is a category exam for the Commercial Pesticide Applicator License or the Public Pesticide Applicator License. It covers the use of pesticides in treating standing or running water. Exam outline, pdf (58K)
Recommended study materials:
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| Aquatic Pest Control (MISC 0134)
| WSU Bulletin Office
800-723-1763
Order online
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| Consultant |
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This is a stand-alone exam. Upon successful completion, certification for the Pesticide Consultant License is granted. This license is required of individuals who provide technical advice to those who use restricted-use pesticides. Typically individuals such as county extension agents, chemical company technical and sales representatives, food processor field representatives and representatives of agricultural supply outlets may need to hold this license. Exam outline, pdf (50K)
Recommended study materials:
Title
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| Oregon Pesticide Safety Education Manual
(EM 8850)
| OSU Extension Publication Orders
800-561-6719
Order online | Agriculture Herbicide Study Manual
| OSU Bookstores, Inc.
541-737-1506
Order online
| Oregon Revised Statutes-Chapter 634
Oregon Administrative Rules-
Chapter 603 Division 57
| Oregon Department of Agriculture
Pesticide Division
503-986-4635
Online | Pacific Northwest Insect Control Handbook
Pacific Northwest Plant Disease Control Handbook
Pacific Northwest Weed Control Handbook
| OSU Extension Publication Orders
800-561-6719
Online (PNW Weed Control) | Oregon Administrative Rules-
Chapter 340 Division 109
| Dept. of Environmental Quality
Waste Management & Cleanup Div.
503-229-5913
Online
| | PURS brochure | Oregon Department of Agriculture
Pesticides Division
503-986-4635 pdf (231K)
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| Directly supervised trainee |
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This is a stand-alone exam. Upon successful completion, the individual may apply for either the Public Directly Supervised Trainee License or the Commercial Directly supervised Trainee License. This license is required of individuals who are employed by a Commercial Pesticide Operator or public agency and who apply pesticides under the direct supervision of a properly licensed Commercial or Public Pesticide Applicator (supervising applicator). This license must also be held by individuals who apply restricted-use pesticides to non-agricultural property under the supervision of a properly licensed individual who controls the property (i.e., privately owned golf courses, industrial properties, etc.). The categories held by the trainee are limited to those held by the supervising applicator, and must correspond to the application work being conducted. Exam outline, pdf (59K) Exam outline in Spanish, pdf (73K)
Recommended study materials:
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| Oregon Pesticide Safety Education Manual
(EM 8850)
| OSU Extension Publication Orders
800-561-6719
Order online
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| Forest |
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This is a category exam for the Commercial Pesticide Applicator License or the Public Pesticide Applicator License. It covers the use of pesticides on forest lands or in the production of forest crops. (Does not include Christmas tree plantations or commercial nurseries.) Exam outline, pdf (74K)
Recommended study materials:
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| Forest Environment Pesticide Study Manual (MISC 0183)
| WSU Bulletin Office
800-723-1763
Order online | Pacific Northwest Insect Control Handbook
Pacific Northwest Plant Disease Control Handbook
Pacific Northwest Weed Control Handbook
| OSU Extension Publication Orders
800-561-6719
Online (PNW Weed Control)
| Forest Practice Notes - January 97
| Oregon Department of Agriculture
Pesticide Division
503-986-4635
Online, pdf (380K) |
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| Industrial, institutional, health and structural |
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About the IIHS category exams
Study materials and outlines are presented below for the five IIHS category exams. These are category exams for the Commercial Pesticide Applicator License or the Public Pesticide Applicator License.
IIHS: general
The use of pesticides, other than fumigants, in or around structures, institutions and establishments, for the protection of stored, processed or manufactured products, or for the protection of human health. Exam outline, pdf (75K)
Recommended study materials:
Title
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| Truman's Scientific Guide to Pest Control Operations
| Questex Media Group
216-706-3750
Univar, USA
800-888-4897
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IIHS: structural
The use of pesticides, other than fumigants, in or around structures for the control of wood-destroying pests (i.e., termites, carpenter ants, powderpost beetles, etc.). Exam outline, pdf (72K)
Recommended study materials:
Title
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| Truman's Scientific Guide to Pest Control Operations
| Questex Media Group
216-706-3750
Univar, USA
800-888-4897
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IIHS: space fumigation
The use of fumigants in confined areas or structures for the control of pests, (except soil fumigants and fumigants used in field treatment of utility poles, pilings, bridge supports, etc.) Exam outline, pdf (74K)
Recommended study materials:
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| Pesticide Applicator Training Manual -Fumigation (CORN FUMI)
| OSU Extension Publication Orders
800-561-6719
Order online
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IIHS: moss control
The use of pesticides for the control of moss and algae on structures.Exam outline, pdf (57K)
Recommended study materials:
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| Structural & Turf Demossing Study Manual (EM 1962)
| WSU Bulletin Office
800-723-1763
Online version, pdf (924K)
Order online
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IIHS: wood treatment
The use of pesticides to treat wood products (i.e., lumber, poles, ties, etc.) before their use in construction, or to field treat utility poles, pilings, bridge supports and similar elements of construction with fumigants or other pesticides. Exam outline, pdf (56K)
Recommended study materials:
Title
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| Wood Preservation and Wood Products
Treatment Training Manual
(EM 8403)
| OSU Extension Publication Orders
800-561-6719
Order online
| Wood Pole Maintenance Manual
(1996 Ed.- Research Contribution 15)
| OSU Forestry Publications Office
541-737-4271
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| Laws and safety |
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This exam is required for most commercial pesticide applicator and public pesticide applicator certifications. In addition to passing the Laws and Safety exam, at least one category exam is required. Note: this exam is not required for marine fouling organism and regulatory predator category certifications. Note: this exam is not required for consultants, private pesticide applicators or pesticide trainees. Exam outline, pdf (73K)
Recommended study materials:
Title
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| Oregon Pesticide Safety Education Manual
(EM 8850)
| OSU Extension Publication Orders
800-561-6719
Order online
| Oregon Revised Statutes-Chapter 634
Oregon Administrative Rules-
Chapter 603 Division 57
| Oregon Department of Agriculture
Pesticides Division
503-986-4635
Online
| Oregon Administrative Rules-
Chapter 340 Division 109
| Dept. of Environmental Quality
Waste Management & Cleanup Div.
503-229-5913
Online
| PURS brochure
| Oregon Department of Agriculture
Pesticides Division
503-986-4635
pdf (231K)
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| Marine fouling organism |
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The use of marine anti-fouling paints or coatings on boat or ship hulls or other parts of boats or ships. (Commercial or Public Applicator Certification can be obtained without the Laws and Safety exam.) Exam outline, pdf (33K)
Recommended study materials:
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| Oregon Revised Statutes-Chapter 634
Oregon Administrative Rules- Chapter 603 Division 57
Information Bulletin for Applicators & Distributors of Marine Anti-Fouling Coatings
| Oregon Department of Agriculture
Pesticide Division
503-986-4635
Online
| | Certification Training for Safe Handling and Use of Anti-Fouling Paints containing Tributyltin (TBT) | National Paint & Coatings Association
202-462-6272
| | "Best Pollution Prevention Practices for Abrasive Blast Media Waste from Shipyard Repair Activities" (Appendix 1 to OAR Chapter 340 Division 101, Section 40, in "Hazardous Waste Rules" Packet) | Dept. of Environmental Quality
Waste Management & Cleanup Div.
503-229-5913
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| Ornamental and turf |
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About the ornamental and turf category exams
Study materials and outlines are presented below for the two ornamental and turf category exams. These are category exams for the Commercial Pesticide Applicator License or the Public Pesticide Applicator License.
Ornamental and turf: herbicide
The use of pesticides in the establishment and maintenance of ornamental plants and turf. (Does not include Christmas tree plantations, commercial nurseries, or forests. Exam outline, pdf (81K)
Recommended study materials:
Ornamental and turf: insecticide/fungicide
The use of insecticides and fungicides in the establishment and maintenance of ornamental plants and turf. (Does not include Christmas tree plantations, commercial nurseries, or forests). Exam outline, pdf (74K)
Recommended study materials:
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This is a stand-alone exam. Upon successful completion, certification for the Private Pesticide Applicator License is granted. This license is required of individuals who use or supervise the use of restricted-use pesticides on land in agricultural production that is owned, leased, or rented by them or their employer. This includes farm and ranch land, forest land, nurseries, Christmas trees, orchards and other properties on which agricultural crops or commodities are produced. Exam outline in English, pdf (75K) | Exam outline in Spanish, pdf (74K)
Recommended study materials:
Title
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| Oregon Pesticide Safety Education Manual
(EM 8850)
| OSU Extension Publication Orders
800-561-6719
Order online
| Manual Básico Para Aplicadores de Pesticidas Comerciales y Privados
| WSU Bulletin Office
800-723-1763
Ordenar en la red | Oregon Revised Statutes-Chapter 634
Oregon Administrative Rules-
Chapter 603 Division 57
| Oregon Department of Agriculture
Pesticide Division
503-986-4635
Online
| Oregon Administrative Rules-
Chapter 340 Division 109
| Dept. of Environmental Quality
Waste Management & Cleanup Div.
503-229-5913
Online
| | PURS brochure | Oregon Department of Agriculture
Pesticides Division
503-986-4635
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| Public health |
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This is a category exam for the Commercial Pesticide Applicator License or the Public Pesticide Applicator License. It covers the use of pesticides for the control of any pest which may be harmful to the public health, including mosquito and other vector control. Exam outline, pdf (88K)
Recommended study materials:
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| Public Health Pest Control (MISC 0151)
| WSU Bulletin Office
800-723-1763
Order online
| Pesticides Used in Public Health
| Online, pdf (59K)
| EXTOXNET collection
| Online, pdf (283K)
| UF Study Manual
| IFAS Extenstion Bookstore
352-392-1764
Online
Order online
| West Nile Virus brochure
| Online, pdf (149K)
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| Regulatory predator |
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(Available to USDA APHIS Employees only) The use of pesticides for the control of livestock predators using the M-44 device
Recommended study materials:
Title
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| The M-44 in Coyote Damage Control (KS 44)
| USDA APHIS
| Oregon Pesticide Applicator Manual (EM 8532)
| OSU Extension Publication Orders
800-561-6719
Order online
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| Regulatory weed |
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(Available to Public applicators and Trainees only.) The use of pesticides for the control of plants designated as noxious weeds. Exam outline (pdf)
Recommended study materials:
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| Rights-of-Way Vegetation Management Oregon Edition (EM 8863)
| OSU Extension Publication Orders
800-561-6719
| Pacific Northwest Weed Control Handbook
| OSU Extension Publication Orders
800-561-6719
Online (PNW Weed Control)
| Noxious Weed Policy & Classification System.
Oregon Revised Statues -Chapter 452, Chapter 561, and Chapter 570
| Oregon Department of Agiculture -Weed Control Section (One Copy-No Charge.
Online, pdf (100K)
| | Weeds of the West | OSU Bookstores, Inc.
541-737-1506
Order online
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| Right-of-way |
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The use of pesticides in right-of-way areas, including road shoulders, utility lines and irrigation ditch banks. Exam outline, pdf (76K)
Recommended study material:
Title
| Source | Rights-of-Way Vegetation Management Oregon Edition (EM 8863)
| OSU Extension Publication Orders
800-561-6719
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| Seed treatment |
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The use of pesticides on seed. Exam outline, pdf (55K)
Recommended study materials:
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| Oregon Seed Treatment Training Manual
| Oregon Department of Agriculture
503-986-4635
Online, pdf (713K)
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