HF336 Summary

• Commercial and noncommercial pesticide applicators applying pesticides to turf areas must post or affix warning signs on treated property, except as provided in subdivision 4.

• Warning signs must project at least 18 inches above the grass line, be rain-resistant for at least 48 hours, and remain in place up to 48 hours from initial application.

• Warning signs must display the business name applying the pesticide and the language "This area chemically treated. Keep children and pets off until ...(date of safe entry)..." in contrasting colors with capitalized letters at least one-half inch tall.

• Signs must be posted on lawns or yards between two and five feet from sidewalks or streets; for parks, golf courses, athletic fields, and playgrounds, signs must be posted immediately adjacent to treated areas and near entrances.

• Applicators may provide notice to residents instead of posting signs by delivering written notification at least 48 hours before application via mail, phone, email, or personal contact, including application date/time, area description, and safe re-entry date.