NJ Core Applicator Test

Cartrides in a respirator worn by a pesticide applicator should be changed after A) each season B) six to eight hours of use C) One week of use

B) six to eight hours of use

Applicator exposure to pesticide is most likely to occur A) by inhalation during spraying B) By Eating food with excess residues C) Through dermal (skin) exposure

C) Through dermal (skin) exposure

A tolerance status of pesticide must be established for those uses involving A) a migrant worker B) Household pests C) food crops D) certified applicators

C) food crops

High pesticide residues are most likely to be found in the plant eaters at the bottom of the food chain T/F

False

It is not necessary from an applicator to wash his hands and face frequently when handling and applying moderate to low dermawltoxcity pesticides T/F

False

Low toxicity is indicated by low LD50 T/F

False

Modern pesticides are formulated in such a manner that there is little chance of polluting water with their use T/F

False

Overdosing usually results in better pest control T/F

False

Pesticides in the restricted use category can be used by the general public without certification if recommended by the state agency. T/F

False

Protective safety equipment listed on the labor for the use of the applicator is not needed during the measuring, weighing and mixing T/F

False

Storing pesticide inside the car or truck by the applicator can occur during measuring mixing as well as application T/F

False

The symptoms of pesticide poisoning are greatly different. from. those other types of poisoning and/or illnesses T/F

False

There is no need to have blood test when a pesticide applicator is experiencing pesticide poisoning symptoms T/F

False

There is no need to supply medical doctors with more information about the symptoms and treatment of pesticide T/F

False

In accidents with pesticides, an. applicator can often avoid severe poisoning by practicing proper first aid reduce exposure T/F

True

In case of an accident, always save the pesticide container with the label for the doctor to obtain more information - T/F

True

It is best. to avoid use. of. those pesticides which can accumulate and cause undesirable effects in the bodies. of the desirable organisms T/F

True

Most accidents with pesticides happen from careless practices and misuse T/F

True

A pesticide is any chemical used by man to control pests T/F

True

Applicators of all pesticides or their supervisors must have state certification.T/F

True

Artificial respiration may be needed if pesticide poisoning is severe. T/F

True

Dangerous exposure to pesticide by the applicator can occur during measuring and mixing as well as application t/F

True

Food and feed can be produced efficiently and economically without excess pesticides residues T/F

True

Food chain is a way of describing how organisms eat each other T/F

True

If a commercial applicator wishes to apply for the control of pests in agricultural crops and pests in public health, he must obtain a certification in each of the appropriate categories. T/F

True

If an insecticide is effective against a wide variety of insects, it is broad spectrum insecticide T/F

True

New Pesticide labeling indicates what the applicator can do to protect his body from pesticide exposure T/F

True

Overdoses of pesticides which remain in the soil for long period of time may be harmful to future crops T/F

True

Persistent pesticides may be undesirable if they last longer than is needed and result in excess residues and/or injury T/F

True

Pesticides labeling now provides detailed safety precautions for the protection of certified pesticide applicators T/F

True

Small amounts of some pesticides are allowed in harvested crops T/F

True

Some pesticides can reduce crop production by killing pollinating insects T/F

True

The antidote, atropine, can be helpful in first aid treatment of pesticide poisoning if used according to the directions of a medical doctor T/F

True

The maximum safe amount of pesticide allowed on a crop is called its A)residue B) deposit C) Tolerance

A)residue

Pesticides that can build up in the bodies of organisms are called A) additives B) accumulative C) persistent

B) accumulative

A good place to store where it is to store a respirator a) on the sprayer where it is handy to use B) in a tightly closed plastic bag after it is washed and dried C)in the pesticide storage shed

B) in a tightly closed plastic bag after it is washed and dried

If a pesticide residue exceeds the tolerance, the crop A) can be washed to get rid of the pesticide B) is subject to condemnation and seizure C) may be fed to live stock

B) is subject to condemnation and seizure

Tolerances for pesticides are states as A) mg/kg B) ppm C) lbs/A

B) ppm

After the crop has been planted, which type of herbicide application should be made to control there weeds before they appear? A) replanting B) reemergence c) postenergence

B) reemergence

If you are in doubt weather pesticide poisoning has occured a) go to bed b) see your doctor c) taxe a laxative d) empty the stomach by vomiting

B) see your doctor

That piece of safety equipment usually not needed when using pesticides with the signal word CAUTION, is A) rubber gloves B) hat C) coveralls D) Respirator

D) Respirator

In the regulations of pesticide use to protect man and the environment, the term environment means A) all organisms B) air, soil, water, and the other physical elements C) the interrelationships of organisms D) all of the above

D) all of the above

Registration of a pesticide by EPA will be granted if A) the pesticide will control the target pest B) the pesticide does not have an adverse environment impact C) the pesticide does not pose public health hazard D) all of the above

D) all of the above

A pesticide that is absorbed in one part of a plant or animal and transported to another part where it kills a pest is called a A) contact pesticide B) volatile pesticide C) residual pesticide D) systemic pesticide

D) systemic pesticide

Cholinest erase testing of the blood gives an indication of A) how much pesticide has been applied B) whether a transfusion is necessary C) The resistance of the applicator D) the pesticide's effect on the applicators body

D) the pesticide's effect on the applicators body

Which federal agency sets food tolerances. for pesticides? Which federal agency enforces these tolerances?

EPA Sets food Tolerances; FDA enforces food tolerances

What is the full name and acronym. of the federal agency mandated to regulate pesticides?

Environmental Protection Agency - EPA

A pesticide off target is not a pollutant if desirable organisms are unaffected T/F

False

Alcohol and barbiturates should be included in the first aid supplies of certified pesticides applicators T/F

False

All pesticides can pass through the skin to enter the blood and significantly affect the nervous system of man T/F

False

All pesticides have antidotes listed on the label T/F

False

An applicator with a heavy head of hair need not wear a hat to protect from pesticide exposure T/F

False

Your respirators working properly if the air you exhale is going through the cartridges T/F

False

What is the full name and acronym for the law EPA uses to manage pesticides?

Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act - FIFRA

The regulations interpreting the Transportation Safety Act are contained 49 CF. What do these regulations do?

Fish and Wildlife Services (FWS) of the Department of th Interior

Acarcides are used to control

Mites

FIFRA allows states to establish standards. What kind of standards?

More strict

Define Reentry Time

Reentry Time is the time immediately following application of a pesticide to a treated area when unprotected workers may not enter

What are regulations?

Regulations are interpretations of the law and have the force of law.

What is the purpose of the tolerance program?

The Tolerance program is to ensure that US consumers are not exposed to unsafe food pesticide residue levels.

acute toxicity is a measure of how harmful or poisonous a pesticide is to an animal (or a man) from single exposure T/F

True

Airborne pesticides can be harmful to man and other organisms T/F

True.

Fungicides are used to prevent

Weeds

Who ultimately bears the responsibility of protecting endangered species from pesticides?

You, the applicator

Records of application must be kept for a minimum of a) 5 years for termite and 3 years for other Commercial Applicators b) 4 years c) 1 Year

a) 5 years for termite and 3 years for other Commercial Applicators

Coveralls and other clothing contaminated with pesticides should be laundered with suitable detergent a) after each use b) after they get wet with spray C) after six days of use D) when they have a strong odor like the pesticide

a) after each use

Poisoning which occurs as a result of repeated, small, nonlethal pesticide exposures over a long period of time is called a) chronic poisoning b) mild poisoning c) acute poisoning d) severe poisoning

a) chronic poisoning

Part of. the certification of commercial pesticide applicators. Involves passing a) core and a category exam b) a dealer exam c) an operator exam

a) core and a category exam

In New Jersey, restricted use pesticides can only be purchased from a licensed pesticide a) dealer business. b) operator business. c) applicator business

a) dealer business.

If Highly toxic pesticide is spilled on your skin it is safest to wash the exposed area with soap and water a) immediately b) anytime within 2 hours after exposure c) anytime during the day of exposure d) at the usual bathing time

a) immediately

What is required before any commercial applications of pesticides are made for household pest control? a) notification of persons b) a detailed bill c) none of the above

a) notification of persons

In an LD50 equal to 60 mg/kg the 69 milligrams refers to the a) pesticide b) soil sample c) test. organism d) food sample

a) pesticide

After an acute, dermal exposure to an moderately or highly toxic pesticide, the first thing to do is a) remove the contaminated clothing and shower b) drink. plenty of water c) vomit if possible d) finish spraying and go immediately to the house

a) remove the contaminated clothing and shower

The Term "Under the direct supervision of" means the supervisor - a) must be on the job while any restricted use pesticide is being applied b) can be in his office when the operator is applying a restricted use pesticides if available when needed c)can be available at night following the morning the restricted use pesticides were applied d) can be any distance away provided he can be. reached within 48 hours after the restricted use pesticide was applied

b) can be in his office when the operator is applying a restricted use pesticides if available when needed

Anyone applying pesticides as a service must be certified and registered as a a) pesticide operator. b) commercial pesticide applicator c) private pesticide applicator

b) commercial pesticide applicator

A supply of clean water, soap, and a basin can be a great first aid help in a) oral pesticide exposure b) dermal pesticide exposure c) inhalation pesticide exposure

b) dermal pesticide exposure

Applicators using the buddy system (working in pairs) in applying highly toxic pesticides use this safety procedure for the purpose of A) having help to weigh and mix pesticides b) having assistance in case of a accidental exposure c) cleaning the equipment d) supervising the work

b) having assistance in case of a accidental exposure

The hazard of a pesticide is a) the same as its toxicity b) its inherent danger c) indicated by the signal word on the label

b) its inherent danger

Persons applying pesticides under the direct supervision of a Commercial Pesticide Applicator who is not physically present on the application site must be registered as a pesticide a) dealer b) operator c) technician

b) operator

Companies which contract out their services for compensation must be registered as a a) pesticide operation b) pesticide applicator business c) pesticide dealer

b) pesticide applicator business

For information concerning the protective clothing to wear when using a given pesticide it is best to a) check with your dealer b) read the label c) ask your doctor

b) read the label

Of the following materials, the one which would be most helpful to have on hand when a highly toxic pesticide is spilled on the legs of an applicator is a) asprin b) soap and water c) vinegar d) milk

b) soap and water

The inherent ability of a pesticide. to cause. injury or poison organisms is called a) danger b) toxicity c) hazard d) risk

b) toxicity

The signal word on a pesticide label indicates the pesticide's a) effectiveness b) toxicity c) compatibility d) formulation

b) toxicity

Respirators protect from pesticide exposure by a) repelling the pesticide b)absorbing the pesticide c) breaking down the pesticide d) neutralizing the pesticide

b)absorbing the pesticide

The. oral LD60 level which represents a highly toxic pesticide is a) 640 ng/kg b) 5800 mg/kg c) 46 mg/kg d) 380 mg/kg

c) 46 mg/kg

An inventory list of pesticides likely to be in storage must be. a) kept in a. storage. area b) updated every 2 years c) forwarded to the local fire department

c) forwarded to the local fire department

It is good plan to keep your doctor informed about the kinds of pesticides you are using so a) he can plan to be close to his office when you can an accident b)he has the proper equipment to make blood tests when he suspects pesticide poisoning c) he can better diagnose your problem and use the proper treatment d) he can advise concerning the effectiveness of the pesticide

c) he can better diagnose your problem and use the proper treatment

Someone who uses any pesticides to raise agricultural product must be certified and registred as. a a) pesticide operator. b) commercial pesticide applicator c) private pesticide applicator

c) private pesticide applicator

the most common cause of pesticide poisoning for applicators is their exposure a) by swallowing the pesticide b) through the lugs c) through the skin

c) through the skin

Pesticide applicators may be classified as private applicators if they apply pesticides a) only on their own property b)to produce agricultural commodities primarily on the property of other people c) to produce agricultural commodities on their own property d) on the property of others for hire and their own property

c) to produce agricultural commodities on their own property

Pesticide products used in. New Jersey must be registered a) only with the US Environmental Protection Agency b) only. with the. State. of New Jersey. c) with both the US environmental Protection Agency and state of New Jersey

c) with both the US environmental Protection Agency and state of New Jersey

Some gloves offer no protection to pesticide expsoure, and can even be more hazardous than working with bare hands. Which of these materials should never be used a) rubber b) neoprene c) leather

c)leather

Applicators working. with highly toxic organophosphate or carbanmate insects should have their cholinesterase level checked a) before spray season starts b) at mid season c)at the end of the season d) all the above

d) all of the above

For severe dermal exposure to pesticides a) remove contaminated clothing b) drench exposed body areas with water c) dry and wrap in a blanket d) all of the above

d) all of the above

General symptoms of pesticide poisoning can be a) headache and dizziness b) nausea and diarrhea c) excessive perspiration and trembling d) all the above

d) all of the above

The kind of toxicity that results from small, repeated exposures to a pesticide over a period of time is called a) low toxicity b) acute toxicity c) high toxicity d) chronic toxicity

d) chronic toxicity

In a pesticide poisoning emergency think of using water immediately to a) inactivate the pesticide b) break down the pesticide c) remove the pesticide from the blood stream d) dilute the pesticide and wash it away

d) dilute the pesticide and wash it away

The probability of a pesticide causing adverse effects. to an organism is called a) warning b) toxicity c) hazard d) risk

d) risk

If. an applicator has an accident applying pesticide in an enclosed space he may need to get the outside for adequate supply of fresh air T/F

true