FUNCTIONS:

• Process the applications for pesticide product registration (new and renewal) and licensing of handlers (new)
• Coordinate and facilitate the formulation and updating of policies and guidelines relative to pesticide registration and licensing of handlers
• Generate and maintain statistical data on pesticide and provide technical information to the data bank for policy formation and decision-making
• Monitoring and review the services provided by the Field Units relative to licensing of handlers (renewal)
• Coordinate and facilitate the activities of the Pesticide Policy and Technical Advisory Committee (PPTAC)