Indiana Administrative Code Title 357 - INDIANA PESTICIDE REVIEW BOARD
Here’s an enhanced summary of Title 357 IAC – Indiana Pesticide Review Board, specifically Article 1: Definition; Use of Pesticides:
🧭 Scope & Structure
Title 357 covers the regulatory framework governing pesticide definitions, distribution, application, and safety standards. All directives fall under Article 1 (Sections 0.5–1‑17)
📌 Key Provisions That Are ACTIVE
✅ Definitions (357 IAC 1‑0.5)
“Drift”: Movement through air during application, excluding post-application volatility, erosion, or soil particle drift
“Lawn,” “Turf,” “School,” “Nontarget site,” “Notification registry,” etc., are clearly defined
⚠️ Pesticide Drift Rule (357 IAC 1‑12‑2)
Prohibits pesticide application that allows drift causing harm to non-target areas
🛡️ Restrictions on Distribution (357 IAC 1‑3‑2 / 1‑3‑3)
Restricted-use pesticides can only be distributed to certified users via registered dealers
📏 Outdoor Lawn Applications (357 IAC 1‑5‑2 & 1‑5‑3)
Requires visible lawn markers at application time with specific wording and size.
Operators must provide a written notification to customers detailing brand, applicator ID, date/time, type of treatment, etc.
🏫 Pesticide Use at Schools (357 IAC 1‑16‑1 to 1‑16‑8)
Purpose: minimize student exposure—requires certified applicators, locked storage, advance notifications to parents/guardians/staff, record-keeping, and use of least hazardous options
📌 Notable Sections That Have Been EXPIRED/REPEALED
Many older rules have been removed:
Definitions of “Pest” (post-2008) and “Prescription-use pesticides” (pre-2002)
Lists of restricted-use pesticides
Civil penalty schedules
Pesticide consultants/technicians
Open burning regulations
Golf-course applicator licensing
Several water well and mosquito abatement rules
✅ Summary Table
| Section | Active? | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Definitions (1‑0.5) | ✅ | Key terms: drift, lawn, turf, school, etc. |
| Pesticide Drift (1‑12‑2) | ✅ | No off-target drift causing harm |
| Distribution Restrictions | ✅ | Only certified users via dealers |
| Outdoor Lawn Applications | ✅ | Markers & customer notices required |
| School Applications | ✅ | Certified applicators, storage, notifications |
| Multiple other rules | ⚠️ Repealed | Older definitions, penalties, consultant regs |
🧠 What This Means for You
If you're involved in applying or distributing pesticides in Indiana, you'll need to:
Understand drift liability and comply with definitions.
Ensure restricted-use products only go to certified users via licensed dealers.
Follow labeling: lawn markers and flyers for outdoor treatments.
For school grounds, ensure certified applicators, locked storage, advance notice, and minimal-hazard chemicals.
🔍 Next Steps
Let me know if you'd like to:
Drill into specific active rules (e.g., drift enforcement, school notifications).
Review any recent changes (e.g., LSA proposals like dicamba in 1‑17).
Understand enforcement mechanisms or penalties related to these rules.
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