§ 3.1-249.29. (Repealed effective October 1, 2008) Powers and duties of the Board
The Board shall have the power and duty to carry out the provisions of this chapter and is authorized to:
1. Appoint such advisory committees as necessary to implement this chapter;
2. Contract for research projects and establish priorities;
3. Consult with the Department of Environmental Quality regarding compliance with the applicable waste management regulations for the safe and proper disposal of pesticide concentrates, used pesticide containers, and unused pesticides;
4. Consult with the Virginia Department of Labor and Industry regarding compliance with the applicable standards and regulations needed to ensure safe working conditions for pest control and agricultural workers;
5. Consult with the Department of Game and Inland Fisheries regarding standards for the protection of wildlife and fish and to further promote cooperation with respect to programs established by the Department of Game and Inland Fisheries for the protection of endangered or threatened species;
6. Inform the citizens of Virginia as to the desirability and availability of nonchemical and less toxic alternatives to chemical pesticides and the benefits of the safe and proper use of pest control products while promoting the use of integrated pest management techniques and encouraging the development of nonchemical and less toxic alternatives to chemical pesticides;
7. Require that pesticides used in Virginia are adequately tested and are safe for use under local conditions;
8. Require that individuals who sell, store or apply pesticides commercially are adequately trained and observe appropriate safety practices;
9. Cooperate, receive grants-in-aid, and enter into agreements with any agency of the federal government, of this Commonwealth or political subdivision, or with an agency of another state, in order to promote the purposes of this chapter; and
10. Consult with the Department of Health regarding compliance with public health standards.
(1989, c. 575; 1991, c. 333; 2005, c. 633.)
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