General Colorado Commercial Pesticide Application Practice Exam

What type of organizations may also be subject to compliance with the WPS?

1. Commercial pesticide handling establishments offering crop advising services

2. Restaurants serving organic produce

3. Horticultural clubs and associations

4. Residential landscaping companies

The correct answer is: Commercial pesticide handling establishments offering crop advising services

The correct choice pertains to commercial pesticide handling establishments offering crop advising services because they are directly engaged in the application and handling of pesticides. The Worker Protection Standard (WPS) is a set of regulations that aims to protect agricultural workers and pesticide handlers from the risks associated with pesticide exposure. Organizations that not only handle pesticides but also provide advice on their use are required to comply with these regulations to ensure safety practices are followed for both employees and any workers involved in agricultural settings. In contrast, while restaurants serving organic produce might promote lower pesticide use, they do not typically handle pesticides directly in a manner that implicates WPS compliance. Horticultural clubs and associations may engage in activities related to gardening, but unless they are involved in the commercial application of pesticides, they are generally not subjected to the same regulations. Residential landscaping companies may use pesticides, but their compliance with WPS may vary based on the scale and type of services they offer; they are not automatically subject to WPS unless they meet certain criteria as defined by the regulation. Thus, the emphasis on commercial pesticide handling and advising makes the first choice the most relevant in this context.