Which of the following is not a responsibility of a certified operator?

The correct answer is that notifying the state of improper applications is not typically considered a direct responsibility of a certified operator in the context of their daily responsibilities and obligations. A certified operator is primarily focused on managing pest control applications, ensuring the safety and efficacy of those applications, and maintaining compliance with state regulations.

In contrast, performing pest control applications, ensuring customer satisfaction, and providing customer training are all integral parts of a certified operator's role. They must conduct treatments effectively, strive to meet customer expectations, and share necessary information with customers to empower them with knowledge about pest control and prevention.

While all professionals in the pest control industry are expected to uphold safety and regulatory standards, the specific duty of notifying the state about improper applications generally falls more under compliance and regulatory reporting rather than the day-to-day responsibilities of a certified operator. This duty would typically support the oversight of industry regulations rather than be a routine task for certified operators themselves.