Who is not required to keep recommendations if the applicator is unknown?

The property owner is not required to keep recommendations if the applicator is unknown because they are not held to the same regulatory standards as certified pest control operators or pest control advisors. While pest control dealers and pest control advisors are required to maintain records of recommendations, and regulatory agencies enforce these requirements to ensure compliance and transparency in pesticide applications, property owners generally do not have the same obligations. They are not the ones providing professional advice or engaging in pesticide applications, which is why the responsibility does not fall on them.

On the other hand, pest control dealers and pest control advisors must retain records of any pesticide recommendations they make to ensure that they can provide accurate information and proof of compliance during inspections or investigations. Regulatory agencies also keep records to monitor pesticide usage and enforce regulations, highlighting their role in managing pesticide applications and protecting public health and the environment.