UNL Extension Pesticide Safety Publications
Links to pesticide-related NebGuides and other publications from the Extension Office of the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources, University of Nebraska
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) in Schools
It has never been more important for us to reevaluate pesticide use in and around our schools. Using integrated pest management (IPM) to manage pests such as cockroaches, mold, and mice will help keep our children safe. Learn more about IPM in the school environment at this site.
Private Applicator Recordkeeping Requirements
Private applicators must record their restricted use pesticide (RUP) applications. In Nebraska, RUP records must be maintained for three years from the date of application. The certified pesticide applicator should retain these RUP records. Two examples of how the records can be organized: portrait and landscape.
NPIC (National Pesticide Information Center)
Medical and consumer information on pesticides including links for toxicology; health; environmental and chemical properties; product, label, & MSDS; statistics, etc.
Recognition and Management of Pesticide Poisonings
The National Pesticide Information Center (NPIC) presents information for health professionals on health hazards of pesticides and recommendations for management of poisonings and injuries.
Pesticide Properties, Labels and MSDS Information
Links to pesticide product labels, supplemental labels, & MSDSs provided by companies for agricultural, turf, ornamental/non-crop, household products, & hazardous chemicals
Educational Resources
An EPA Web site with educational links for kids, students, high school, teachers, office of environmental education, and researchers
Pesticide Residue Monitoring in Foods
Annual reports summarizing the results of the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) pesticide residue monitoring program
Federally Registered Restricted Use Pesticides
This Extension publication lists federally restricted use pesticides intended to assist applicators, educators, and consumers in recognizing products classified for such use.
National Agricultural Library
One of the world’s largest and most accessible agricultural information collections (U.S. Dept. of Agriculture)
Pesticide Safety Programs in the United States
This Web site is designed to provide you access to a web site or personal contact for your pesticide safety, certification, and training inquiries.
