§ 128.51. Training program.

 (a)  A pesticide application technician shall obtain instruction in, and possess adequate knowledge of, the proper use and handling of pesticides. The training program shall include:

   (1)  Those areas of knowledge described in section 16.2 of the act (3 P. S. §  111.36b).

   (2)  Spill handling.

   (3)  Human health and environmental effects.

 (b)  The technician training program shall include a sufficient level of on-the-job training to allow the technician to competently perform the functions associated with an application of pesticides in which the technician is anticipated to be involved.

 (c)  A technician is not permitted to make a pesticide application using techniques, pesticides or equipment not included in his training.

 (d)  A technician shall undergo annual training to assure that his knowledge is adequate for satisfactory completion of his work related duties.

 (e)  A certified applicator with at least 1 year’s experience in the categories in which the technician is to be trained shall be responsible for administering the training program. This person shall develop a training program which includes the appropriate level of training needed by the technician to satisfactorily complete work related duties subject to disapproval by the Department.

   This section cited in 7 Pa. Code §  128.53 (relating to recordkeeping).