New York Pesticide Applicator Exam â Free Practice Test
New York requires a core exam plus category-specific exams. The DEC administers certification with strict requirements for commercial applicators.
New York Certification Requirements
Regulatory Agency
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)
Exam Format
Core exam (50-100 questions) plus category-specific exams. Passing score: typically 70%. Study the EPA core manual and NY-specific supplements.
What Our Practice Test Covers
Pesticide Safety
Handling, storage, formulations, and core safety principles
Label Reading
Signal words, directions for use, and legal requirements
Environmental Protection
Buffer zones, drift, groundwater, and endangered species
Laws & Regulations
FIFRA, WPS, recordkeeping, and certification requirements
Integrated Pest Management
Monitoring, thresholds, biological control, and IPM strategies
Toxicology
LD50, exposure routes, symptoms, and first aid
Application Equipment
Calibration, nozzles, sprayers, and drift management
PPE
Respirators, gloves, coveralls, and decontamination
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get certified in New York?
Contact the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) at (518) 402-8748. Pass a core exam plus category-specific tests. Study the EPA core manual and NY-specific materials.
Is this practice test NY-specific?
Our 1,100+ questions cover the core knowledge tested in all states. We recommend supplementing with NY-specific materials from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC).
How much does the New York exam cost?
Exam fees vary. Contact the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) for current fees and testing locations in New York.
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