What types of operations are covered under the Worker Protection Standard (WPS)?

The Worker Protection Standard (WPS) is designed to protect agricultural workers and handlers from the risks associated with pesticide exposure. The types of operations that fall under this standard include farms, greenhouses, nurseries, and forestry operations.

These settings are specifically included because they involve the use of pesticides during the cultivation of crops and management of plants, which can pose significant risks to the workers who handle these substances. The WPS establishes requirements for notifying workers about pesticide applications, providing protective equipment, and ensuring training regarding the safe handling and exposure to pesticides.

In contrast, the other options, while related to various aspects of the industry, do not encompass the full scope defined by the WPS. For example, golf courses and sports fields might follow different regulations not strictly covered by WPS, and while residential gardens and commercial landscaping may involve pesticide use, they often have different regulations or may not employ the same level of protection specified under the WPS for agricultural contexts.