Pesticides (WPS)

• Program Description

  The US Environmental Protection Agency's Worker Protection Standard applies to pesticide use and related farming tasks in the agricultural production of plants. See regulatory details at http://pesticideresources.org/wps/. 

  WPS is aimed at reducing the risk of pesticide poisonings and injuries among agricultural workers and pesticide handlers. The regulation includes requirements for: 

  • pesticide safety training,
  • notification of pesticide applications,
  • use of personal protective equipment,
  • restricted entry intervals following pesticide application,
  • decontamination supplies, and
  • emergency medical assistance.
  • The WPS does not cover pesticide use in groundskeeping, golf courses, building maintenance, or animal husbandry.
    
    

  The training program covers employees and students conducting research-related or plant production activities in areas where pesticides are applied.

  See also: The WPS Resource Guide for Agricultural Employers in Michigan

Requirements and Instructions

Contacts

If you have questions or need assistance with WPS training program:

• ORRS.train@msu.edu
• Site Contacts