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Section 1: Course Orientation and Water Protection Basics

Module 1: Why Water Protection Matters in Pest Control Operations

Section 2: Texas Water Resources and Sensitive Areas

Module 2: Texas Aquifers and Their Vulnerability (Edwards, Ogallala, Trinity)

Module 3: Surface Water Protection in Texas (Rivers, Lakes, and the Gulf Coast)

Module 4: Wellhead Protection Areas in Texas

Section 3: Contamination Pathways and High-Risk Practices

Module 5: How Pesticides Reach Water—Runoff, Drift, Leaching, and Spills

Module 6: Storm Drain Awareness and Urban Water Pathways

Section 4: Preventive Practices for Applications Near Water

Module 7: Buffer Zones and Setback Requirements in Texas Use Sites

Module 8: Preventing Pesticide Runoff Near Water

Module 9: Preventing Pesticide Drift Near Water

Section 5: Mixing, Loading, Equipment Cleaning, and Disposal Controls

Module 10: Proper Mixing and Loading Procedures to Prevent Point-Source Water Pollution

Module 11: Equipment Washing, Rinse Water Management, and Disposal Practices

Section 6: Texas Regulations and Jobsite Compliance

Module 12: Texas Water Protection Regulations and Field Compliance for Pest Control

Section 7: Knowledge Checks (Quizzes)

Quiz 1: Water Contamination Pathways in Pest Control Operations

Quiz 2: Texas Aquifers, Surface Water Features, and Sensitive Areas

Quiz 3: Buffer Zones, Setbacks, and Working Near Water

Quiz 4: Preventing Runoff, Drift, and Storm Drain Contamination

Quiz 5: Mixing, Loading, Equipment Washing, and Disposal Controls

Section 8: Course Wrap-Up and Feedback

End-of-Course Survey: Protecting Water Resources

Safeguarding Texas Water Resources in Pest Control Operations is a practical, Texas-focused course designed for pest management professionals who work near wells, aquifers, rivers, lakes, storm drains, and coastal waters. You will learn how everyday application choices—like timing, nozzle selection, and mixing location—directly affect groundwater and surface water quality. Using clear examples from the Edwards, Ogallala, and Trinity aquifers, as well as Gulf Coast conditions, the course shows how runoff, drift, leaching, and spills can move pesticides off target and into water systems. Packed with checklists, scenario-based decision tools, and label-driven best practices, the training helps you recognize sensitive sites, set appropriate buffers, avoid storm drain discharges, and manage mixing, loading, washing, and disposal with confidence. By the end, you’ll know how to align your field practices with Texas regulations and pesticide labels to protect community drinking water and ecosystems—while delivering effective, compliant pest control services across residential, commercial, agricultural-adjacent, and municipal settings.

E3 - Safeguarding Texas Water Resources in Pest Control Operations

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            <p>Protecting the integrity of Texas water resources is a critical responsibility for every pest control professional operating in the Lone Star State. From the vast Edwards, Ogallala, and Trinity aquifers to the intricate network of rivers, lakes, and coastal waters, our state's water supply is highly susceptible to contamination during routine pesticide applications. This course examines how common operational practices—such as mixing at the jobsite, equipment washing, and disposal—can lead to both point-source and nonpoint-source pollution. By understanding the pathways of runoff, leaching, and drift, service technicians can better recognize high-risk scenarios where small, everyday spills or improper application techniques might accumulate into significant environmental impacts over time.</p>

<p>Throughout this training, participants will gain practical insights into identifying sensitive areas, including wellhead protection zones and urban storm drain systems that lead directly to surface water. We will cover the specific characteristics of Texas soil and rock structures that influence how pesticides move through the environment, as well as the essential use of buffer zones and setbacks to prevent off-target movement. Beyond field application techniques, the curriculum focuses on the technical requirements for mixing, loading, and equipment maintenance to ensure full compliance with Texas regulations and product label directions. Mastering these preventive strategies not only safeguards the public water supply but also reinforces the professional standards required to maintain a compliant and environmentally conscious pest control operation.</p>
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