SECTION 7.203. Responsibilities of Certified Applicators and Licensed Technicians

The certified commercial or noncommercial certified applicator or licensed technician shall:

(1) apply only EPA labeled pesticides, appropriate for the target pest, except as provided in Division 7 of this subchapter (relating to Integrated Pest Management Program for School Districts);

(2) provide the structural pest management needs of the school district by following the school district's IPM program and these regulations;

(3) obtain written approval from the IPM Coordinator(s) for the use of pesticides in accordance with Division 7;

(4) handle and forward to the IPM Coordinator(s) records of IPM activities, any complaints relating to pest problems, and pesticide use;

(5) ensure that pesticide use records are forwarded to the IPM Coordinator within two (2) business days or in a time frame as agreed to by the IPM Coordinator;

(6) consult with the IPM Coordinator(s) concerning the use of control measures in buildings and grounds, including residential properties; and

(7) ensure that all pest control activities are consistent with the school district's IPM program and IPM policy.

Source Note: The provisions of this §7.203 adopted to be effective December 21, 2015, 40 TexReg 9116; amended to be effective January 16, 2023, 48 TexReg 129