Which item must be recorded as the applicator’s license?

• A. The date of application
• B. The total gallons of end use product
• C. The state certification number of the individual applying the pesticide
• D. The area treated

Answer: (C)

Recordkeeping for pesticide applications must prove who is legally allowed to apply them. The essential identifier is the state certification number of the individual applying the pesticide, because it shows the applicator is certified to handle pesticides in Kentucky. This credential links the specific application to a trained, authorized person, which regulators can verify for compliance and accountability. The date of application, area treated, and total gallons are important details about the treatment itself, but they do not establish the applicator’s authorization.