Structural Pest Control Disciplinary Review Committee’s Decision on an Appeal of a County Agricultural Commissioner Action (Docket Number S-014)

The Structural Pest Control Disciplinary Review Committee’s Decision on Antimite Associates, Inc.’s appeal of the civil penalty levied by the San Diego County Agricultural Commissioner (CAC) is enclosed. The San Diego CAC assessed the penalty because of Antimite Associates, Inc.’s failure to assure that employees wear the label-required personal protective equipment. The CAC found the company in violation of California Code of Regulations, Title 3, sections 6738 (b) and (c) and levied a penalty of $750.

The Committee affirmed the San Diego CAC’s decision. The Committee determined there is substantial evidence that Antimite Associates, Inc. failed to ensure compliance with personal protective equipment requirements when applying a pesticide.

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