Our teachers take OFF (insect repellent) on field trips to spray on students to repel insects and ticks. Is OFF considered a pesticide?
OFF makes pesticide claims on its label so it is a pesticide by definition. To apply pesticides an applicator’s certificate is required. However, since OFF is generally available to the public, the department suggests requiring parental permission before OFF is used, and then let the students apply a small amount to their hands and rub it on themselves, rather than the teacher doing it for them.
