(a) In this section, “cyclodiene termiticide” means chlordane (1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 8-octachloro-2, 3, 3a, 4, 7, 7a-hexahydro-4, 7-methanoindene), heptachlor (1, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 8-heptachloro-3a, 4, 7, 7a-tetrahydro-4, 7-methanoindene), aldrin (1, 2, 3, 4, 10, 10-hexachloro-1, 4, 4a, 5, 8, 8a-hexahydro-1, 4:5, 8-dimethanonaphthalene), and dieldrin (3, 4, 5, 6, 9, 9-hexachloro-1a, 2, 2a, 3, 6, 6a, 7, 7a-octahydro-2, 7:3, 6-dimethanonaphth (2, 3-b) oxirene) and related cyclodiene chemical compounds used for the control of termites.
(b) (1) On and after October 1, 1987, each cyclodiene termiticide distributed, sold, or offered for sale in this State shall be classified as a restricted use pesticide.
(2) A person may distribute, sell, or offer for sale a cyclodiene termiticide only if:
(i) The cyclodiene termiticide is designated as a restricted use pesticide in a manner determined by the Department; and
(ii) The purchaser is a:
1. Certified pesticide applicator; or
2. Registered employee who has completed a course in termiticide application that is approved by the Department.
(3) A cyclodiene termiticide applied by a licensee shall be applied only by:
(i) A certified pesticide applicator; or
(ii) A registered employee who has completed a course in termiticide application that is approved by the Department and is making the application under the direct supervision of a certified pesticide applicator.
(c) Before October 1, 1987, the Department shall adopt regulations to carry out the provisions of this section.