LLO & LCLM Exam Prep. Training

The LLO license is for applicators that work for government agencies or private companies doing work in lawns/turf and ornamentals around structures.

• Applicators with this license (LLO) are able to apply pesticides in ornamental bedding plants and Turf, in buildings landscapes own by their employers.
• Parks, cemeteries, sod farms, golf courses and athletic fields are not permitted under this license.

The LCLM license is for professionals who treat ornamental plants and beds around buildings.

• No turf applications allowed.
• Restricted to 3-gallon pressurized and no power equipment.
• No more than a 5-gallon backpack.
• "Caution" labelled products only.
• Proof of insurance is required upon passing the exam.

Agenda

8:00 am Introduction

8:10 am Licensing of LLO & LCLM Applicators in Florida

8:20 am Understanding the label

8:40 am Introduction to BMPs to Reduce Pollution and Conserve Water

9:00 am BMP's for Design and Installation of Landscapes

9:20 am Irrigation BMPs

9:40 am Mulching, Mowing, and Pruning and Fertilization

10:00 am Break

10:15 am IPMs and Pesticide Use

10:50 am Pest and Diseases of Ornamental plants and Turfgrass

11:30 am Weeds

12:00 pm Lunch Break (Included)

1:00 pm Palm Pests and Disorders

1:20 pm Application Equipment and Calibration

2:30 pm Safety issues of applicators and the environment

2:50 pm Review and evaluation

3:00 pm – 5:00 pm Testing

CEUs (6 in total)

Core 482: 2

Core 487: 2

LLO: 4

LCLM: 4

Ornamental & turf: 4

Private Applicator: 4

Instructor:

Luis O. Rodriguez, UF/IFAS Extension Small Farms and Pesticide Education Agent, Polk County

Note:

If you need are planning to take test the same day you will need to pay and bring your voucher number (Cost $150.00). To get your voucher number follow the next steps:

1. Go to: https://pesticideexam.ifas.ufl.edu/

2. Click on Apply for examination

3. Click on Structural/Residential Pest Control Chapter 482

4. Click on Exam SignUp

5. Select either Limited Commercial Landscape Maintenance or Limited Gov't/Private Lawn and Ornamental Pest Control

6. Follow the instructions and pay for your voucher (voucher cost are separate from the training costs).

7. Notify the instructor if your are going to take the test by sending an email to [email protected]

University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution

Host or Publisher UF IFAS Extension Polk County