What type of statements must a pesticide handler legally follow to use the pesticide?

A pesticide handler must legally follow mandatory statements to use the pesticide. These statements are found on the pesticide label and are enforceable by law. They include specific instructions on the proper use, dosage, safety precautions, and required personal protective equipment. Adhering to these mandatory statements ensures the safe and effective application of pesticides, minimizes risks to human health and the environment, and complies with regulatory requirements.

Advisory statements, descriptive statements, and optional statements, while they may provide useful information or suggestions, do not carry the same legal weight as mandatory statements. Advisory statements might highlight best practices but are not required to be followed. Descriptive statements can clarify product usage but do not impose legal obligations. Optional statements may offer flexibility in application but are not enforceable. Thus, it is critical for pesticide handlers to prioritize and follow mandatory statements to maintain compliance and ensure safety.