3930 Department of Pesticide Regulation
Program Descriptions

10 - PESTICIDE PROGRAMS

The Pesticide Program protects California residents and the environment from adverse pesticide impacts with particular emphasis on the protection of children, vulnerable populations and communities. Specific activities include:

  • Evaluating whether to register pesticide products for sale or use in California.
  • Assessing the human health risks from pesticides.
  • Administering licensing and certification of pest control applicators, businesses, dealers and advisors, including structural pest control operators and companies.
  • Collecting and evaluating trends of pesticide use.
  • Monitoring pesticide residues in fresh produce, air, ground and surface water, and occupational settings.
  • Mitigating human health and environmental hazards from pesticides.
  • Overseeing local enforcement of pesticide laws and regulations by the County Agricultural Commissioners.
  • Preventing the sale and distribution of unregistered pesticide products and ensuring compliance with mill assessment responsibilities.
  • Promoting the implementation of reduced risk pest management policies.