Pesticide Use Enforcement Inspectors can issue certified growers a Restricted Materials permit which will enable growers to purchase, store, and use certain restricted use pesticides under specific permit conditions. 

Inspectors can also administer a Private Applicator Certificate examination which will enable growers to earn the certification required prior to obtaining a Restricted Materials Permit. 

Additional information regarding the certification requirements can be found from the California Department of Pesticide Regulations.

Prior to the issuance of a Restricted Materials Permit, growers must be certified as a Certified Private Applicator or hold an equivalent certification. A Private Applicator certificate can be obtained by taking an exam or can be renewed by obtaining the required amount of continuing education credits (or by re-examination). 

Please contact your local district Inspector if you have questions regarding becoming a Certified Private Applicator or questions regarding the renewal process. 

If you are currently a Certified Private Applicator, contact your local district inspector to make an appointment for a new or renewed Restricted Materials Permit.

If you do not know who your district inspector is, please call the nearest Agriculture Department office to find out those details.