A Preliminary Work Plan (PWP) summarizes information EPA has on the pesticide and the anticipated path forward for completing the registration review. The PWP includes information like the pesticide’s current use, anticipated risk assessment and data needs, and an estimated timeline for the review. There is generally a 60-day public comment period on the PWP.

After considering the information received during the comment period for the Preliminary Work Plan (PWP), EPA will publish a Final Work Plan (FWP).

EPA considers new data or information on the pesticide to help decide whether a new risk assessment or a new risk/benefit assessment is needed. If a new assessment of the pesticide and additional data are needed to conduct the review, EPA issues a Data Call In (DCI).

In a Draft Risk Assessment (DRA), EPA evaluates the potential for human health and ecological effects of a pesticide. The DRA is generally released for a 60-day public comment period.

A Proposed Interim Decision (PID) presents EPA’s proposed findings regarding the FIFRA safety standard, proposed modifications to the way the pesticide is used if risk concerns are identified, and any proposed labeling changes. There is generally a 60-day public comment period for the PID.

An Interim Decision (ID) includes an interim registration review decision and if applicable any interim risk mitigation measures, an explanation of any changes to the proposed interim decision, and responses to significant public comments.