Federal Pesticide Laws EASY 40 CFR § 171.3

Under 40 CFR § 171.3, what distinguishes a 'Private Applicator' from a 'Commercial Applicator'?

Multiple Choice Options

A A Private Applicator applies RUPs to produce agricultural commodities on land owned or rented by the applicator or employer. ✓ OFFICIAL VERIFIED CORRECT ANSWER
B A Private Applicator sprays inside office buildings and restaurants for compensation.
C A Private Applicator is exempt from all label directions and PPE requirements.
D A Private Applicator only applies chemicals inside residential garages.
✓ LEGAL EXPLANATION & STATUTORY RATIONALE
40 CFR § 171.3
Official Manual Chapter: Chapter 1: Federal Laws & Applicator Categories

40 CFR § 171.3 defines a private applicator as a certified applicator who uses or supervises the use of any RUP for producing an agricultural commodity on property owned or rented by the applicator or employer.

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