Pesticide Use Enforcement Program

To Report a Complaint: Contact Arturo DeLeon (415) 252-3862
Fax: 415-252-3818

The pesticide program provides public and industry education on safe pesticide usage and best practices in pest management. Staff issues restricted pesticide materials permits,

monitors pesticide applications for safety and environmental compliance, and investigates

pesticide related illnesses and complaints.

Enforcement

To protect the public health, worker safety and the environment, the Program enforces State and Federal laws and regulations governing pesticide use by pest control companies, agricultural operations and other pesticide handlers. Staff Biologists monitor pesticide applications to be sure they are performed in a safe and effective manner and that worker safety requirements are followed. In addition, the Program inspects application equipment, pesticide storage sites, employee training documents and business use records, and investigates complaints and pesticide-related illnesses. Information is provided to homeowners and industry on the appropriate use of pesticides.

Pest detection

Placement and servicing of insect traps to detect exotic pests such as Medfly, Gypsy Moth and Japanese Beetle. Early detection and eradication protect California's agriculture industry and home gardens by reducing the amount of pesticides used and the cost to the consumer.