Pennsylvania Category 11 - Household and Health Related Commercial Applicator Bundle
This course bundle is geared toward the commercial applicator. The course bundle contains 11 credits of household & health related (category 11) training. This course bundle may be paired with any core bundle to fulfill recertification requirements. All courses have been approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture. Please click on course details for a full list of courses.
BUNDLE CONTENTS:
Household & Health Related (Category 11) Credits:
- German Cockroach – 2 credits
- Understanding Rodenticides and Their Labels – 2 credits
- Public Health – 6 credits
German Cockroach Control
Course Description
German cockroaches can be a difficult pest to control. The temptation for most pest control operators is to reach for the pesticide right away, but there is much more involved in controlling a German cockroach infestation. This class will focus on an eco-friendly approach to German roach control strategies in the most difficult environments.
After completing this course participants will be able to:
- Describe German cockroach anatomy, biology, and preferred environment.
- Outline common management tactics.
- Describe the pesticides commonly used to control German cockroaches.
Understanding Rodenticides & Their Labels
Course Description
Rodenticides are becoming a widely discussed and concerning topic in the pest control field. There is a growing public concern at the risk of secondary and non-target poisonings when rodenticides are used. As a pest control operator is it your responsibility to understand how rodenticides work and how to read their labels. This course discusses the common types of rodenticides, their appropriate application, the risks involved with the use of each type of rodenticide, and takes a look at specific label language.
After completing this course participants will be able to:
- Outline and describe the primary classifications of rodenticides
- Describe the differences in toxicity and risk between first-generation and second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides
- Describe how to use appropriate baiting techniques and the importance of carcass removal
Public Health Pest Control
Course Description
Public health pests affect humans through discomfort and disease and can be found in homes and other buildings and structures. This course will outline control techniques and requirements for the most common public health pests which includes mosquitoes, flies, fleas, lice, bed bugs, cockroaches, wasps, ticks, mites, spiders, and rodents.
After completing this course users will be able to:
- Distinguish between disease risks, how they transferred, symptoms, and techniques to avoid exposure.
- Analyze the biology, signs, and behavior of each pest to identify the source of damage in the field.
- Evaluate the best IPM control techniques for the type of pest, environment, and situation.