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PSEP 67
Protecting Agricultural Employees
The Worker Protection Standard (WPS) is a federal regulation designed to protect agricultural workers and pesticide handlers from pesticide poisoning and injury. The WPS applies whenever a pesticide used in the production of agricultural plants has an "Agricultural Use Requirements" section on the product label. This publication outlines the responsibilities of agricultural employers to ensure that employees are protected from pesticide exposure and provides resources for additional information.
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PSEP 65
Gloves for Pesticide Use
When mixing, loading, or applying pesticides, gloves are a first line of defense against exposure to pesticides. This publication shares how to choose the right personal protective equipment for different uses.

This replaced AE 3512 - Keep gloves handy for pesticide work -- Safe Farm
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PSEP 63
Finding a Certified Pesticide Applicator for Emerald Ash Borer Treatment
Although Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is unable to give specific recommendations on certified applicators and licensed companies able to treat ash trees for the emerald ash borer (EAB), we can provide unbiased, general guidance on how to find certified pesticide applicators and considerations for conducting your search.

Previously known as PM 3074.
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CROP 3174
Guide to moths in Iowa field crops (Unit=25)
Corn, soybean, alfalfa, pastures, and small grains in Iowa are at risk of being infested by caterpillars, such as black cutworm and fall armyworm. Caterpillars are the immature stage of butterflies and moths. Although moths are not pests, monitoring and proper identification is useful to determine scouting information for their offspring.
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PSEP 61
Commercial Pesticide Application Record Keeping form
The Pesticide Act of Iowa requires commercial, public, and noncommercial pesticide applicators to maintain records of each pesticide applied for three years after the date of application. Use this form to keep your pesticide application records, however, there is no official record keeping form. Fill out all sections of this form for your records, items in the “optional” section are not required by Iowa Administrative Code.

Download options include Form 1 for use by a single applicator or Form 2 for multiple applicators.
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PSEP 62
Private Pesticide Application Record Keeping form
Private pesticide applicators are required to keep and maintain records for all restricted use pesticides for two years. The federal regulations also require private pesticide applicators to record the below information within 14 days of the restricted use pesticide application. Use this form to fill out the required information for a restricted use pesticide application, however, there is no official form for application records. Descriptions of required items can be found on page two.

Download options include Form 1 for use by a single applicator or Form 2 for multiple applicators.
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CS 20
Category 7B, Termite Control -- Iowa Commercial Pesticide Applicator Manual
This manual has been developed for individuals who want to become certified in the commercial and public pesticide applicator Category 7B – Termite Control.

This category manual supplements information in the Iowa Core Manual, CS 0445, and should not be used for certification preparation without referring to that manual.

The newly revised Category 7B Termite Control Manual, CS20, covers termite biology, inspection, prevention, and control. This manual also provides information on carpenter ants and other wood-destroying organisms. The manual (63 pages) was written with full input from subject matter experts across Iowa. Complete with full-color images and detailed pest information

The accompanying new certification examination will be available starting July 1, 2021, at testing locations currently approved by the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship. Until that time, the current certification manual and exam will be used.
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CS 13
Category 1E, Animal Pest Control -- Iowa Commercial Pesticide Applicator Manual
This manual is for individuals planning to become certified in commercial pesticide applicator Category 1E, Animal Pest Control.

This category manual supplements information in the Iowa Core Manual, CS 0445, and should not be used for certification preparation without referring to that manual.
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CS 26
Category Eleven, Aerial Application -- Iowa Commercial Pesticide Applicator Manual
This manual will help prepare aerial applicators and aerial applicator consultants planning to become certified in commercial pesticide applicator Category 11, Aerial Application.

This category manual supplements information in the Iowa Core Manual, CS 0445, and should not be used for certification preparation without referring to that manual.

The Category 11 exam covers material from this manual as well as material from:
The accompanying new certification examination will be available starting September 1, 2021, at testing locations currently approved by the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship. Until that time, the current exam will continue to use material covered in the previous version of this certification manual.
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CS 445 COMPANION
Core Companion - Iowa Commercial Pesticide Applicator Manual Review and Quiz Modules

This companion to the Iowa Core Manual provides both review and practice quizzes based on information needed to pass the Iowa Core examination for commercial pesticide applicators.

The modules are designed to assist you in understanding the material covered in the Iowa Core Manual, CS 445. The review module contains the learning objectives from each chapter of the core manual, case studies, and over 100 review questions. The quiz module contains 100 multiple-choice, true/false, and matching questions. This training should be used in association with the Iowa Core Manual, CS 445.

This digital product is delivered in a zipped file. Zipped files should not be downloaded to phone or tablet devices. For best results, download zipped files to a laptop or desktop computer. For tips on how to open zipped files, please visit our FAQ page.

(Previously known as IC 0445 COMPANION)
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CS 15A COMPANION
Category 3 OT Companion, Ornamental and Turfgrass Pest Management - Review Modules
This Companion to the Iowa 3OT: Ornamental and Turfgrass Pest Management Manual provides review, knowledge check activities, and a practice quiz based on the information needed to pass the Iowa 3OT exam for commercial pesticide applicators.

The modules are designed to assist you in understanding the material covered in the manual for 3OT: Ornamental and Turfgrass Pest Management, CS 15A. The review modules contain the learning objectives from each chapter of the manual, knowledge check and learning activities, and a practice quiz. This companion should be used in association with 3OT Manual, CS 15A.

This digital product is delivered in a zipped file. Zipped files should not be downloaded to phone or tablet devices. For best results, download zipped files to a laptop or desktop computer. For tips on how to open zipped files, please visit our FAQ page.
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CS 1
Private Pesticide Applicator Manual - Iowa Private Pesticide Applicator Manual
This thorough manual covers information needed for private pesticide applicators. Topics include general information; laws and regulations; pesticide labeling; pest management; pests; pesticide formulations; pesticides and human health; personal protective equipment; pesticide storage and handling; emergency response, fires, and spills; pesticides and the environment; and pesticide application procedures.

This manual replaced PSEP 0001.
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PSEP 60
Toxicity of Common Lawn, Garden, and Ornamental Pesticides in Iowa
Pesticides are toxic to target pests, but can also cause potential harm to the applicator or the environment. This publication discusses how to understand a pesticide label, its toxicity and whether it could be toxic to bees. It also contains table that provide information on commonly used insecticides, herbicides and fungicides.
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PSEP 43
Personal Safety in the Commercial Greenhouse
This publication provides information about safety and personal protective equipment that will foster a safe work environment in commercial greenhouses. Managing pesticide application procedures to minimize pesticide exposure of applicators and other workers is important.
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PSEP 58
Understanding Pesticide Labels
This publication is designed to inform the general public of how to understand labels of pesticide products used to control pests in the landscape or inside buildings.

Replaces RG 0202.
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PSEP 59
Home and Garden Pesticide Guidelines
Pesticides can be valuable garden tools, but they must be selected and applied with personal and environmental safety in mind. This publication discusses when to use a pesticide, which pesticide is best and how to apply, store and dispose of pesticides safely.
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CS 15B
Category 3 G, Greenhouse Pest Management -- Iowa Commercial Pesticide Applicator Manual
This manual has been developed for individuals who want to become certified in commercial pesticide applicator Category 3G - Greenhouse Pest Management.

This category manual supplements information in the Iowa Core Manual, CS 0445, and should not be used for certification preparation without referring to that manual.

The Category 3 - Greenhouse Pest Management manual covers the plant pathogens, insects and mites, and weeds common in Iowa’s greenhouse settings, and the various strategies used in managing these pests. The 175-page manual was written with full input from subject matter experts across Iowa. Complete with four-color pictures and detailed pest information, this descriptive work will not only assist persons in preparing to take the Category 3G - Greenhouse certification examination, but will also serve as a reference for applicators and industry support personnel. CS15
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CS 15A
Category 3 OT, Ornamental and Turfgrass Pest Management -- Iowa Commercial Pesticide Applicator Manual
This manual has been developed for individuals who want to become certified in the commercial and public pesticide applicator Category 3 – Ornamental and Turfgrass Pest Management.

This category manual supplements information in the Iowa Core Manual, CS 0445, and should not be used for certification preparation without referring to that manual.

This manual covers pests commonly found in Iowa’s ornamental and turfgrass settings, as well as various management options for these pests. It will assist persons in preparing to take the Category 3T (Turfgrass), 3OT (Ornamental and Turfgrass), or 3O (Ornamental) certification examination(s).

Also available to assist you in understanding the material covered in this manual is the Category 3OT Companion. This companion provides review, knowledge check activities, and a practice quiz based on the information needed to pass the Iowa 3OT exam for commercial pesticide applicators
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PM 3071
Looking for the Emerald Ash Borer in Iowa

A reference outlining the identification, biology, signs and symptoms, and tree hosts of an invasive, exotic, wood-boring beetle that is destructive to native ash trees.
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PSEP 55
Keeping pesticides and nutrients in the field
Find management practices that keep pesticides and nutrients in the field and out of Iowa's rivers and streams. Describes how pesticides move through the soil. Includes a checklist of management practices to protect water resources.

Previously known as PAT 0055
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CS 18
Category 6, Right-of-Way -- Iowa Commercial Pesticide Applicator Manual
The Right-of-Way Category 6 manual is available for Iowa's commercial and public pesticide applicators. The 98 page manual covers the noxious weeds and other weed species common in Iowa's right-of-way environments and the various strategies used in managing these weeds. The manual was written with full input from subject matter experts across Iowa. Complete with four-color pictures, this descriptive work will not only assist persons in preparing to take the Category 6 examination, but will also serve as a reference for applicators.

This category manual supplements information in the Iowa Core Manual, CS 0445, and should not be used for certification preparation without referring to that manual.
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PM 3065
EAB or Native Borer?
Characteristics and color photos of Emerald Ash Borer and Native Borers are featured in this side-by-side comparison.
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CS 27
Category 7C, Fumigation -- Iowa Commercial Pesticide Applicator Manual
This manual is for individuals wishing to become certified as a private or commercial applicator in Fumigation, Category 7C.

This category manual supplements information in the Iowa Core Manual, CS 0445, and should not be used for certification preparation without referring to that manual.
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CS 19
Category 7A, General and Household Pest Management -- Iowa Commercial Pesticide Applicator Manual
To be certified in commercial pesticide applicator category 7A, or as a pest control operator, food plant sanitarian, or otherwise be responsible for the management and elimination of household pests use the information in this manual to study prior to your certification examinations.

This category manual supplements information in the Iowa Core Manual, CS 0445, and should not be used for certification preparation without referring to that manual.
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CS 445
Core Manual - Iowa Commercial Pesticide Applicator Manual
This certification manual is intended to provide the "core" or basic understanding of safe and responsible pesticide use needed to successfully pass the Iowa Core examination for commercial pesticide applicators. This manual serves as a study guide for the core exam which covers subjects relating to applicable state and federal laws and regulations; pest management; label comprehension; pesticides; safety; the environment; and equipment and application techniques.

Also available to assist you in understanding the material covered in this manual is the Core Companion. This companion provides both review and practice quizzes based on information needed to pass the Iowa Core examination for commercial pesticide applicators.

(Previously known as IC 0445)
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CS 17
Category 5, Aquatic Pest Control -- Iowa Commercial Pesticide Applicator Manual
Prepare for certification examinations in category 5, Aquatic Pest Control, by studying this manual. Full color images used throughout.

This category manual supplements information in the Iowa Core Manual, CS 0445, and should not be used for certification preparation without referring to that manual.
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CS 22
Category 7D, Community Insect Management -- Iowa Commercial Pesticide Applicator Manual
Prepare for certification examinations in Category 7D, Community Insect Management, by studying this manual. Full color photos used throughout.

This category manual supplements information in the Iowa Core Manual, CS 0445, and should not be used for certification preparation without referring to that manual.
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CS 14
Category 2, Forest Pest Control -- Iowa Commercial Pesticide Applicator Manual
Prepare for Iowa Commercial Pesticide Applicator certification examinations in category 2, Forest Pest Control, by studying this manual. Full color photos used throughout.

This category manual supplements information in the Iowa Core Manual, CS 0445, and should not be used for certification preparation without referring to that manual.
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CS 28
Category 7E, Wood Preservation -- Iowa Commercial Pesticide Applicator Manual
Prepare for certification examinations in category 7E, Wood Preservation, by studying this manual. Full color photos used throughout.

This category manual supplements information in the Iowa Core Manual, CS 445, which also should be used for certification preparation.
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PSEP 42
USDA Recordkeeping Manual for Private Pesticide Applicators
This manual contains forms for recording pesticide use as required by federal regulations. Instructions and requirements for filling out the forms as well as a sample log form are provided. Also includes instructions for accurate sprayer calibration.

The PDF is available from the USDA.

(Previously known as PAT 0042)
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IC 500
Certified Handler Manual - Iowa
This manual is for individuals planning to become a certified handler.

Please note: You do not need to refer to any other pesticide applicator manual to prepare for the certified handler exam.
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CS 16
Category 4, Seed Treatment -- Iowa Commercial Pesticide Applicator Manual
This manual is for individuals planning to become certified in commercial pesticide applicator Category 4, Seed Treatment.

This category manual supplements information in the Iowa Core Manual, CS 0445, and should not be used for certification preparation without referring to that manual.
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CS 24
Category 9, Regulatory Pest Control -- Iowa Commercial Pesticide Applicator Manual
This manual is for individuals wishing to become certified in commercial pesticide applicator Category 9, Regulatory Pest Control.

This category manual supplements information in the Iowa Core Manual, CS 0445, and should not be used for certification preparation without referring to that manual.
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CS 10
Category 1B, Agricultural Insect Management -- Iowa Commercial Pesticide Applicator Manual
This manual is for individuals planning to become certified in commercial pesticide applicator Category 1B, Agricultural Insect Management.

This category manual supplements information in the Iowa Core Manual, CS 0445, and should not be used for certification preparation without referring to that manual.
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CS 11
Category 1C, Agricultural Crop Disease Management -- Iowa Commercial Pesticide Applicator Manual
This manual can help you become certified in commercial pesticide applicator Category 1C, Agricultural Crop Disease Management.

This category manual supplements information in the Iowa Core Manual, CS 0445, and should not be used for certification preparation without referring to that manual.
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CS 9
Category 1A, Agricultural Weed Management -- Iowa Commercial Pesticide Applicator Manual
This manual is for individuals wishing to become certified in commercial pesticide applicator category 1A, Agricultural Weed Control.

This category manual supplements information in the Iowa Core Manual, CS 0445, and should not be used for certification preparation without referring to that manual.
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CS 12
Category 1D, Fruit and Vegetable Pest Management -- A Guide for Commercial Pesticide Applicators
To become certified in commercial pesticide applicator category 1D, study the information in this manual prior to your certification examinations.

This category manual supplements information in the Iowa Core Manual, CS 0445, and should not be used for certification preparation without referring to that manual.
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CS 23
Category 8, Public Health Pest Control -- Iowa Commercial Pesticide Applicator Manual
To become certified in commercial pesticide applicator category 8, Public Health Pest Control, study the information in this manual prior to your certification examinations.

This category manual supplements information in the Iowa Core Manual, CS 0445, and should not be used for certification preparation without referring to that manual.
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CS 25
Category Ten, Demonstration and Research -- Iowa Commercial Pesticide Applicator Manual
This manual is for individuals wishing to become certified in commercial pesticide applicator Demonstration and Research, Category 10.

This category manual supplements information in the Iowa Core Manual, CS 0445, and should not be used for certification preparation without referring to that manual.
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CS 29
Category 7F, Antifouling Paints -- A Guide for Commercial Pesticide Applicators
Handle and apply pesticides in a safe and efficient manner with the help of this guide for using tributyltin (TBT) paint.

This category manual supplements information in the Iowa Core Manual, CS 0445, and should not be used for certification preparation without referring to that manual.
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