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Setup Guide: Adding a New Chemical Application

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Overview

Chemical Applications allow you to record the actual usage of chemicals for compliance, tracking, and reporting. Each application entry includes important details such as the chemical used, property treated, environmental conditions, and applicator information.


Step 1: Open the Chemical Applications Page

  1. From your Copilot dashboard, go to Chemical Tab > Chemical Application.

  2. Click the New Chemical Application button to create a new entry.


Step 2: Fill Out Application Information

Enter all relevant details for your chemical application.

Required Fields

  • Date: The date when the chemical was applied.

  • Customer: The customer receiving the treatment.

  • Property: The property where the chemical was applied.

  • Chemical: Select the chemical from your list of tracked chemicals.

Application Details

  • Area Treated: The total area treated (in square feet).

  • Amount Used: The quantity of chemical used (in gallons).

  • Temperature: The temperature at the time of application.

  • Wind Speed: The wind speed during application.

  • Wind Direction: The direction of the wind during application.

Regulatory & Compliance Information

  • EPA Regulation #: The EPA registration number for the chemical.

  • Reason for Use: Why this chemical was used (e.g., Weed Control).

  • Target Pest: The pest or vegetation being targeted.

  • Site Where Pesticide Applied: The specific location where the chemical was used (e.g., Lawn, Fence Line).

  • Restricted Entry Interval (REI): The required time before reentry after application.

  • Company License Number: Your company’s pesticide application license number.

Equipment & Personnel

  • Equipment: Select the equipment used to apply the chemical.

  • Employee: Choose the employee or technician who performed the application.

Additional Notes

  • Notes: Add any relevant notes about the application (e.g., weather changes, special handling instructions).


Step 3: Save the Chemical Application

Once all fields are filled out, click the Save Chemical Application button.

Your new chemical application will now appear on the Chemical Applications list for tracking, compliance documentation, and future reporting.


Example

If you applied GreenGuard 3000 herbicide for weed control:

  • Customer: John Smith

  • Property: 123 Main Street

  • Chemical: GreenGuard 3000

  • Area Treated: 5,000 sq. ft.

  • Amount Used: 2 gallons

  • Reason for Use: Weed control

  • Target Pest: Broadleaf weeds

  • Employee: Sarah T.

  • Equipment: Truck #3 – Sprayer Unit


Tip

Accurate application tracking ensures compliance with EPA regulations and helps you generate detailed Chemical Usage Reports when needed for audits or state record keeping.

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