EPA Proposes Stronger Standards for People Applying the Pesticides with the Greatest Risk/ Improved training and minimum age requirements for certified applicators will help protect people and the environment.

EPA Proposes Stronger Standards for People Applying the Pesticides with the Greatest Risk/ Improved training and minimum age requirements for certified applicators will help protect people and the environment. Washington- Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing stronger standards for pesticide applicators who apply “restricted-use” pesticides. These pesticides...

EPA Protects Arkansas Children, Citizens from Lead

EPA Protects Arkansas Children, Citizens from Lead DALLAS – (July 31, 2015) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recently awarded $243,007 to Arkansas Department of Health to administer and enforce the state’s lead based paint program. The funds will enable training for lead inspectors, lead enforcement activities and help protect children...