This study guide is designed to provide the necessary information to prepare for certification as a private or commercial pesticide applicator. In addition to providing basic information covering the various sections of the amended Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act, it contains a glossary of common pesticide terms, a list of poison control centers and directions for obtaining certification. Chapter topics include: understanding pesticides, human poisoning, safe handling labels, application and calibration, insects, plant diseases and weeds, and laws and regulations. (CS)