Site Index

• Introduction
• Corporate Advantages
• Testimonials
• Tentative Agenda
• SPID and Fumigation Exams
• Continuing Education Units
• Registration Information
• Lodging Information & Directions
• For Further Information

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Location

Fort Lauderdale Research & Education Center

3205 College Avenue
Davie, Florida 33314

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Florida Fumigation Manual

To help prepare for the Fume school and for the state exam, the Florida Fumigation manual 2021 is now available.

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Introduction

Please read all instructions on this page prior to registering for the event!

Join us for the only program of its kind in the world; the 46th School of Structural Fumigation. All students will receive notebooks containing all presented topics, labels, and regulations.

Important: On this site you can only register to the Fume school. If you plan on taking the state exam for Fumigator and SPID, you must register independently for the state exam with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).

Preparation: The University of Florida School of Structural Fumigation is a weeklong course that is intended to educate the attendees about the fumigation industry. Attendees who put forth the effort in preparation for the course such as reading and familiarity with the Fumigation Manual, fumigant labels, Chapter 482 and Rule 5E-14 prior to attendance, focus on learning while in attendance, studying and participating in both class and homework assignments during the course and taking advantage of optional reviews and sessions will have great results.

Language Proficiency: Both the teaching material provided during the School of Structural fumigation and the State examination process are in English.

Important Dates to Note:
Early-bird Registration for UF Fume School:	January 9, 2026
Application Deadline for State Exam (Mail-in)	January 9, 2026
Application Deadline for State Exam (On-line)	January 30, 2026

This unique course offers:

• A complete review of all technical aspects of structural fumigation
• Instruction by a team of over 15 qualified and experienced professionals, manufacturer reps and University of Florida faculty
• A combination of classroom and field demonstrations
• Hands-on training with fumigation equipment including: Low level Clearance Devices, high level concentration monitors, dosage calculation apps, personal protection equipment, industry equipment and materials, fumigant handling materials, transportation equipment
• Instruction in avoiding costly fumigation errors with “tips from the professionals”
• Updates on recent fumigation research and changes in labeling and regulations
• Limited class size allows more individual attention for participants
• Florida’s SPID and fumigation examinations offered by FDACS at the completion of the course (you must register independently for attending the examination, see above)
• Instruction in identifying structural pests controlled by fumigants
• Fumigating for Bed Bugs
• Focus on safety
• Over 40 hours of instructional material plus bonus sessions to give you the latest and greatest training for the structural fumigation industry
• 10 hours of State of FL approved CEUs

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Corporate Advantages

All aspects of structural fumigation will be covered. Activities include 40+ hours of classroom, lab, and workshop instruction plus two actual on-site structural fumigations.

Fumigation Professionals! Are you missing business opportunities because you are unaware of recent technological changes? Are you taking advantage of improvements in fumigation practices? Are you aware of changes in rules, regulations, and fumigant labeling? Do you have the time and facilities to provide your employees a thorough education in structural fumigation techniques? Are your fumigators trained up to date with the best fumigation training available?

Enroll Now!

The opportunity is here — all you have to do is take advantage of it! Program is limited to a maximum of 60 students (minimum 25).

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Testimonials

"The course’s organization and methodology, as well as the varied and the interesting presentation, made learning a difficult and other wise dreary subject easy and enjoyable. Your choice of instructors, who were so personable, humorous and accessible, made all the difference. We wanted to express our appreciation and earned recognition, which is rarely practiced today, even when well deserved."

Andres & Daniel Nogues  |  Miami, Florida  |  November 2017 Fumigation School Students

"The UF Fume School is by far the most complete course available for the fumigation industry. With a combination of classroom, lab rotations, outdoor rotations and an actual live fumigation site to learn from, this course offers the best of the best. Our team puts their heart and soul into making this the best possible learning experience whether you are a rookie or a pro."

Sean Brantley, COIC Fumigation, Chair Florida Pest Management Association Government Affairs and Fumigation Advisory Committee, also Assistant Director UF Fume School

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Tentative Agenda

Day 1 - Monday
7:00-7:30A	Coffee, Light Breakfast (at the pavillion)
7:00-7:30A	Registration
7:30A	Orientation and Introductions
8:15A	Introduction to Fumigation
8:45A	How to get the most out of the Fume School
9:45A	Break
10:00A	Fume Vehicles DOT Update
11:20A	Sealing
11:50P	Group Lunch
12:50P	Team Assignments for rotations. Outdoor Activities: 1) DOT Inspection Demo - 25 min 2) Rolling and Storage - 25 min 3) Seal, Clamp, Tarp, Ladders - 25 min 4) Fumigation Truck Display - 25 min
2:25P	Rotations wrap up and recognitions
2:45P	Fumigant physical properties, formulations
3:45P	Dosage and Dose
5:00P	Review/Homework Assignment, APP download
5:15P	Adjourn
5:30P	Optional after school session
Day 2 - Tuesday
7:00A	Coffee, Light Breakfast
7:20A	Quiz
7:45A	Monday Homework and Quiz review
7:55A	Interior and Exterior Preparation
9:35A	Measurement and fumigation inspection graph
9:55A	Lab: Measuring Models, teams
10:45A	Lab: Measuring Model, Review
11:00A	Dosage Calculation Lab 1 (2 groups)
RoomT103	1) Vikane Electronic Calculator
Room 130	2) Ensystex Fumicalc
12:00P	Group Lunch
1:00P	Fumigation Introduction
2:20P	Zythor Label Review. Labels convergence
2:45P	Break
3:00P	Equipment Workshop Rotation 1 (70 min each)
Room121	1a) Introduction of SF, Monitoring, food bagging
Room103	1b) Low concentration detector, SCBA fit check
4:15P	Equipment Workshop Rotation 2 (70 min each)
Room103	2a) Low concentration detector, SCBA fit check
Room121	2b) Introduction of SF, Monitoring, food bagging
5:25P	Review/Homework Assignment
5:35P	Adjourn
5:30P	Optional after school session
Day 3 - Wednesday
7:00A	Coffee, Light Breakfast
7:30A	Quiz
8:00A	Tuesday Homework and Quiz review
8:10A	Safety
9:00A	Aeration and clearance testing
10:20A	Break
10:30A	Dosage Calculation Lab 2
Room T103	1) Vikane Electronic Calculator
Room130	2) Ensystex Fumicalc
11:30A	Exterior preparation (remote, zoom)
12:00P	Site Lunch, Observe Tenting Procedures
12:50P	First Fume Site Stations (30 min each)
12:50P	1) Interior Preparation, Floor Fume
1:20P	2) Truck fumigation /side building
1:50P	3) Dosage/HLT Calculation
2:20P	4) Tape and seal fumigation
2:50P	Review
3:00P	SF Introduction, Shoot Truck Setup
3:40P	1) Remote Monitoring
3:55P	2) Measuring Practice (Student dorm)
4:10P	3) Leak checks, QAR
4:25P	4) On Site Monitoring
4:40P	Job Site Safety (back in the classroom at 4:45pm)
5:00P	Review/Homework Assignment
5:15P	Adjourn
5:30P	Optional after school session
Day 4 - Thursday
7:00A	Coffee, Light Breakfast
7:15A	Monitoring review
7:45A	Quiz (move to fumigation site when finished)
8:15A	Site: Initial aeration, tarp takedown
8:45A	Site: complete job for passive aeration
9:00A	Move back to classroom (5 min)
9:05A	Fumigation Inspections
10:05A	Break
10:15A	Wed Homework and Quiz review
10:30A	Target Pests: Termites
11:30A	Rotation (T103, Drywood, beetles) 20min
11:50A	Rotation (130, Subterranean termites) 20min
12:10P	Group Lunch
1:10P	Target Pests: Beetles and Others
2:20P	USDA Quarantine Fumigations
3:00P	Fume Site Clearance (Zoom remote, in class)
3:15P	Break
3:30P	Split sessions, 25min each +5min for rotation 1) HLT/Dosage Review (Room 130) 2) Fumigation Bag demonstration (T103)
4:30P	Label updates Res vs non-Res
5:10P	Review/Adjourn (Out of state)
5:15P	FL Laws, including: Stewardship, Consumer contracts, Fumigation notification
6:00P	Adjurn all
5:30P	Optional after school session
Day 5 - Friday
7:15A	Coffee, Light Breakfast
7:45A	Drywood AlternativeTreatments
8:15A	Insect Biology and Fumigation
8:35A	Final Exam
9:40A	Fumigation Litigation
10:15A	Break
10:35A	Fumigation Economics
11:45P	Specialty Fumigations
12:30P	Anthrax Decon
12:45P	Collection of Friday evaluations
1:00P	Awards Luncheon
Conclusion (if not taking State Exam Preparation)
2:15P	SPID & FL Fume Exam Prep. for Sat.
3:30P	Q&A
5:00P	Adjourn
Day 6 - Saturday
7:30A	Setup for Exam
8:00A	SPID Exam (3h) - Fumigation Exam (4h)

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SPID and Fumigation Exams

For those wishing to be a Certified Operator or SPID cardholder in Florida, the Florida Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services (FDACS) is offering the Special ID Card (SPID) and Fumigation Exams on the Saturday following the School of Structural Fumigation. If interested in taking either exam, please complete and submit a FDACS exam application along with the required fees to: Bureau of Licensing and Enforcement, FDACS, P. O. Box 6710, Tallahassee, FL 32314-6710. You must fit the requirements necessary to apply for state exams.

The paper application (mail-in) deadline for the state exam is is January 9, 2026 and the on-line application is due January 30, 2026.

For applications or if you have questions, please call the Bureau directly at 850-617-7997; ask for the “Exam Desk”.

FDACS Exam Fees*

$200	SPID Exam (Special Identification Card - Fumigation)
$300	Fumigation Certification Exam

* Fees are to be paid directly to FDACS as instructed above.

Paper Exam Application

(It may take 6 weeks or more to process)

If you choose to fill out a paper application and mail it in.

Fill out the Exam Application, forms 13627 and 13653, and attach a check and mail it all to the address on the forms. www.fdacs.gov/Forms

Online Application for the State Examination

(It takes 3 weeks or more to process)

Below are the steps to apply on-line:

1) Be Sure to Qualify

To qualify for CPO exam – a person needs a High School diploma and a minimum of 3 years of experience documented on 13627. For Fumigation, they will need 15 fumigation jobs listed on form 13653 (only the first page).

To qualify for SPID exam – person needs a current/valid Employee ID card with a pest control licensee that has a COIC for fumigation, and 15 fumigation jobs listed on form 13653.

2) Before You Begin

Please download the following documents:

• Work Experience Form (PDF)
• 15 Jobs Form (PDF)

Completely fill out both forms and make sure everyone has signed everything and then scan them back into the computer you will use to apply for the exam on-line. (Please remember where you scanned them into your computer so you can find them again.)

For Certified Operators

You will also need to scan a copy of your high school diploma onto the same computer.

3) Payment

Make sure you have a credit card available (If someone other than the applicant is entering the information, make sure that you can reach the person in case you need Dates of Birth or other information that we ask for. You cannot stop once you begin.)

Now, you’re ready to use the site. Go to: https://aesecomm.fdacs.gov

Step by Step Application Process:

1. Sign in (Click on “New User” to create an account if you don’t have one yet)
2. Go to the “Pest Control chapter 482” section (Structural/Residential)
3. Click on “Exam Sign Up”
4. Then you’ll need to select the exam you want. If you qualify with High School diploma, 3 years of experience and 15 jobs, you select the “Pest Control Operator Certificate Exam Application” button and click on Next. If you are applying to the SPID exam, you’ll select the bottom listing (a SPID only needs a valid ID card (working for a company with a COIC of fumigation) and 15 jobs. Click “Next”.
5. Select your option (first time applicant, add a new category to your existing certificate, retake the exam). Type in your Pest Control employee card information (JExxxx)
6. Upload the information and form requested (13627, 13653)
7. Proceed to Payment.

NOTE: IF YOU STOP AT ANYTIME AND DO NOT GO COMPLETELY THROUGH THE ENTIRE PROCESS – you will have to START OVER - the system does NOT SAVE ANYTHING as you progress through the input screens until after payment at the VERY END of the process.

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Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for Florida License Holders

After completing the course, certified operators and SPIDs can receive up to six CEUs (two Core, two Termite, two Fumigation). Requirements for awarding CEUs vary by state. Ask your state Certification Office about CEU and renewal requirements. Fumigators wishing to earn CEUs and have them applied toward license renewal must present a Commercial, Public and/or Private License. For questions about CEUs, contact: Thomas Chouvenc , Phone: (954) 577-6320; Email: tomchouv@ufl.edu

A Certificate of Completion and a copy of the program agenda are provided at the end of the course. To apply for CEUs from your state, contact your state's licensing office and provide them with these materials to determine if you are eligible for CEUs.

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Registration Information

Registration proceeds on a first-come, first serve basis.

Payment is due at the time of registration.
Pay using your credit or debit card. We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express.

Registration fee includes lunch each day, all course materials, certificate of completion, and much more!
Registration	Florida Resident	Non-Florida Resident
Early Reduced (on or before January 9, 2026)	$650	$700
Regular (after January 9, 2026)	$750	$800
* Optional FDACS Friday Exam Overview (covering what to expect for Saturday’s exam)		$25

Remember to register with FDACS if taking the state exam.

Refund Policy

Refunds: Requests for registration refunds must be submitted in writing and received no later than January 9, 2026. A $125 processing fee will be deducted from all refunds. No refunds will be issued for cancellations after this deadline.

Transfers: If you need to transfer your registration after the cancellation deadline, you may apply it to the next scheduled class for a $125 transfer fee. Transfer requests must be submitted at least one week prior to the start of the current class.

Email: kimmer72@ufl.edu

Register Now!

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Lodging Information

Make your reservations early. There are over 10 hotels within 3 miles of the Fort Lauderdale Research and Education Center, mostly in the city of Plantation.

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For Further Information

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