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Sodium cyanide predator control

A single-product category for mechanical-ejection predator control devices. As specialized as certification gets.

What the regulation says

40 CFR 171.101, as published

(k) Sodium cyanide predator control. This pest control category applies to commercial applicators who use or supervise the use of sodium cyanide in a mechanical ejection device to control regulated predators.

States may define additional categories and set category-specific requirements; your state lead agency is the authority.

Who certifies here

Predator control specialists working under the strict device rules.

The requirements every category shares

  • Commercial applicator certification by written examination, with a minimum age of 18.
  • Certification expires five years after issuance under the federal standard; your authority may set a shorter period.
  • Renewal by re-examination or an approved continuing education program.
  • Noncertified workers may operate under the direct supervision of a certified applicator, subject to the supervision requirements.

Other categories

The certification map

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