Which group is governed by the Structural Pest Control Act?

The Structural Pest Control Act specifically pertains to the regulation and licensing of for-hire pesticide applicators who provide pest control services to the public. This includes pest control companies that operate within residential, commercial, and other non-agricultural settings. The act is designed to ensure that these professionals adhere to safety and efficacy standards when applying pesticides, thus protecting public health and the environment.

While agricultural pesticide applicators and those applying pesticides in schools also operate under different regulatory frameworks, they are not governed by the Structural Pest Control Act specifically. This distinction highlights the focus of the act on for-hire applications rather than agricultural or educational contexts. Public health pest control contractors may have specific regulations but are typically considered under a different licensing requirement.