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The WPS Applies to:
Agricultural Owners
Pesticide Handlers
Crop Advisors
Commercial Pesticide Handlers

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EPA Worker Protection Standard

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The Worker Protection Standard for Agricultural Pesticides….What You Need to Know.

What is the Worker Protection Standard?

Does the Worker Protection Standard Apply to You?

Are All Pesticide Uses Covered by the Worker Protection Standard?

Why is it Necessary to Comply With the Worker Protection Standard?

If you have questions regarding compliance with the Worker Protection Standard, Please Contact:

    • South Dakota Department of Agriculture

Division of Agricultural Services
Office of Agronomy Services
Joe Foss Building
523 East Capitol
Pierre SD 57501
Telephone: (605) 773-4432 or (800) 228-5254
Web Site: www.state.sd.us/doa/das
E-Mail: Agronomy Services

    • U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Region 8

Toxics and Pesticides Branch
One Denver Place, Suite 500
999 18th Street
Denver CO, 80202-2405
Telephone: (303) 312-6312 or (800) 227-8917
Web Site: http://www.epa.gov/region08/toxics_pesticides/

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