Which data must be included on a pesticide application record?

• A. The full list of required fields including name and address, location, target pest, site treated, EPA registration number, dilution rate, application rate, time and date, carrier, and name of the applicator
• B. Only the name and address of the applicant
• C. Only the target pest
• D. Only the date and time of application

Answer: (A)

Pesticide application records must capture a complete set of details so there is a traceable history for regulatory review and to ensure the product was used according to label directions and safety requirements. The record should include who applied, where and when it was applied, what was used, and under what conditions. Specifically, you need the name and address of the applicant, the exact location and site treated, the target pest, the EPA registration number of the product, the dilution rate, the application rate, the date and time of application, the carrier, and the name of the applicator. Having all of these fields ensures accountability, proper use, and the ability to verify compliance or investigate any issues. Omitting any one of these pieces leaves gaps in the record, which is why a full, detailed entry is required.