Pesticide Test
Experimental use permits required under Section 5 of FIFRA can be used when conducting experimental field tests on new pesticides or new uses of pesticides on: a. 10 or more acres of land or 1 or more acres of water b. 5 or more acres of land or 1 or more acres of water c. 7 or more acres of land or 2 or more acres of water d. less than 1 acre of land or water
A
From your calibration test, you determine that your backpack sprayer delivers 0.25 gallon of water to cover a 250-square-foot test area. The label recommends applying pesticide at a rate of 6 ounces of product per gallon. How many ounces of product are needed to cover a 1,000-squarefoot applicaito area? A. 6 ounces B. 12 ounces C. 18 ounces D. 24 ounces
A
Under the federal Endangered Species Protection Program, what must be on pesticide products that might adversely affect an endangered species? a. a label statement advising applicators to consult a county bulletin to determine if they must take any special precautionary measures when using the product b. a label statement advising them to consult a local conservation officer for a permit to apply c. a label statement prohibiting them from applying pesticides in all areas where endangered species might be harmed d. a label statement that lists the endangered species that might be harmed by the pesticide and how to prevent it
A
Which is a disadvantage of both EC and ULV formulations? a. solvents may cause rubber or plastic hoses, gaskets, and pump parts and surfaces to deteriorate b. contribute to abrasive wear of nozzles and pumps c. require constant agitation to keep in suspension d. difficult to handle, transport and store
A
the statement "do not breathe vapors or spray mist" is an example of: a. specific action statement b. statement of practical treatment c. route of entry statement d. protective clothing statement
A
what is the purpose of the signal word? a. to give the user an indication of the relative acute toxicity of the product to humans and animals b. informs the user of what type of PPE to wear c. informs user how toxic the pesticide is to wildlife and envi d. tells user type of first aid treatment to seek in case of exposure
A
which is true about PPE chemical resistance? a. ability of a given material to protect from pesticide is largely a function of the type of solvent used to formulate the pesticide product b. cloth is easy to clean after it becomes contaminated with a pesticide, or can be inexpensively disposed of after each use c. cotton, leather, and canvas are chemically resistant to dry formulations d. gloves, boots, aprons, suits made of rubber or plastic are least chemically resistant
A
which statement about FIFRA is false? a. state restrictions on pesticides can be more liberal than those of FIFRA b. approved pesticide labels have the force of law c. the EPA has the authority to remove pesticide products from the market d. FIFRA regulates the registration and licensing of pesticide products
A
which statement is true about cultural control practices? a. cultural practices alter the environment, the condition of the host, or the behavior of the pest to suppress or prevent an infestation b. trapping is an important cultural control practice c. sanitation is not considered a cultural practice d. cultural controls involve the release of parasites and predators found in foreign countries
A
the route of entry statement on a label: "extremely hazardous by skin contact - rapidly absorbed through the skin" would most likely appear with which signal word? a. DANGER b. WARNING c. CAUTION d. none
A. DANGER
which signal word appears on a label with a skull and crossbones symbol? a. DANGER-- POISON B. DANGER C. WARNING D. CAUTION
A. DANGER - POISON
which equation reflects the relationship between pesticide safety concerns? a. hazard = toxicity x exposure b. toxicity = hazard x exposure c. exposure = hazard x toxicity d. hazard = exposure x risk
A. Hazard = toxicity x exposure
what should you do with clothing made of cotton or polyester that has been heavily contaminated with pesticides labeled with the signal word DANGER-POISON, DANGER, or WARNING a. discard such items in a hazardous waste collection site b. discard with regular trash c. launder separately from other clothing using 2 entire wash cycles d. launder separately using one wash cycle and line dry
A. hazardous waste
what is a tolerance as set by the EPA? a. the max amount of pesticide residue that may legally remain on or in a commodity at the time of harvest or slaughter b. the max amount of pesticide residue that workers may be exposed to during the course of an average workday c. the min amount of pesticide residue that may remain on a crop during the growing season d. the min amount of pesticide residue that may be consumed by a 150-lb person on a yearly basis
A. max amt of pesticide residue that may legally remain on or in a commodity at the time of harvest or slaughter
which statement is true about chemical control as a pest management method? A. pesticides play a key role in pest management programs and sometimes are the only control method available B. pesticides include any material that is applied to plants and the soil but not to water or harvested crops c. a highly selective pesticide controls a wide variety of pests d. systemic pesticides are not absorbed by treated plants or animals
A. pesticides play a key role in pest management programs and sometimes are the only control method available
According to the EPA criteria, what type of respirator must you wear when applying liquid pesticide products from Toxicity Class I? a. NIOSH approved respirator with any N, R, P, or 100 series prefilter b. NIOSH approved respirator with organic vapor (OV) cartridge or canister c. air-supplying respirator (NIOSH TC-19C) d. self contained breathing apparatus (NIOSH TC-13F)
B
What type of PPE should you wear during an application if large amounts of a pesticide could be deposited on your clothing over an extended period of time? A. A coverall made of a cottonsynthetic blend. B. A chemical-resistant suit made of rubber or plastic. C. A chemical-resistant rubber apron. D. Long-sleeved shirt and long pants made of a woven cotton fabric.
B
Which would likely be an inappropriate way to explain a pest control procedure to the customer? A. Telling the customer what you are spraying for and also showing him the problem. B. Assuring the customer that they will receive 100 percent control after one application. C. Informing the customer of post-application label instructions. D. Explaining to the customer factors that have contributed ot the pest problem.
B
what is the purpose of the fit check? a. to select the right size respirator for the user b. to make sure you have a tight fitting seal with no leakages each time you use the respirator c. to see if you can taste or smell any substance leaking into the mask d. to measure respirator fit by comparing dust concentration in the surrounding air with concentration inside the respirator
B
which is recommended best management practice for preventing contamination of surface and groundwater by pesticides? a. use pesticides that are highly water soluble b. use terrace and conservation tillage practices c. clean sprayers near sinkholes d. select persistent pesticides
B
which type of pesticide application procedure would you use to apply a herbicide between the rows of crops a. broadcast application b. band application c. crack and crevice d. foliar
B. band
which practice would help prevent groundwater or surface water contamination? a. eliminate grass strips that are between treated field and streams b. store and mix herbicides around abandoned wells c. select pesticides that tightly absorb to soil and are not persistant d. apply pesticides broadly over large areas
C
which statement is true about respiratory protection? a. air purifying respirators supply additional oxygen b. all respirators are approved by the EPA c. filters are classified on the basis of oil degradation resistance and filter efficiency d. non-powered particulate respirators use a fan to help draw air thru a cartridge
C
How much active ingredient is there in a 20-pound bag of Atrazine 90DF? A. 4 pounds. B. 9 pounds. C. 18 pounds. D. 20 pounds.
C. 18lbs
Using a plow to destry weeeds is an example of which type of mechanical control method? A. Exclusion. B. Trapping. C. Cultivation. D. irrigation
C. Cultivation
Breeding or selecting plants and animals with characteristics for resistance to pests is an example of which type of pest management method? A. Biological control. B. Mechanical control. C. Genetic Control. D. Physical/ environmental modificaiton.
C. Genetic control
which signal word is associated with hazard class I (small to medium dose could cause death, illness, or skin, eye, respiratory damage) and must have AVISO on the label a. DANGER - POISON B. DANGER C. WARNING D. CAUTION
C. WARNING
Which dry/solid formulation requires constant agitation and may be abrasive to pumps and nozzles and cause them to wear out quickly? A. Dusts (D) B. Granules (G) C. Wettable powders (WP) D. Soluble powders (SP)
C. WP
the name "VIP No Pest 75WP" on a pesticide label indicates: a. the chemical name and 75% inert ingredients formulated as a wettable powder b. the brand name and 25% active ingredients formulated as a wettable powder c. the brand name and 75% active ingredients formulated as a wettable powder d. the chemical name and 25% active ingredients formulated as a wettable powder
C. brand name, 75% active, wettable powder
which statement is true about replacing reusable PPE? a. reusable items need to be replaced only at the end of the work season b. gloves generally last longer than footwear aprons headgear and protective suits c. glove replacement is a high priority d. if PPE is starting to thin out it can be reused as long as no holes
C. replace your gloves
If a pesticide label states that you must wear gloves based on guidelines in Chemical Resistance Category "D", which materials provide the best protection from the pesticide? a. nitrile rubber or neoprene rubber b. natural rubber or polyethylene c. polyvinyl chloride or vitron d. barrier laminate or butyl rubber
D
Under what soil conditions are pesticides more likely to leach through soil? a. heavy clay soil, low in organic matter, groundwater is shallow b. heavy clay, high organic matter, groundwater deep c. sandy soil, high organic matter, groundwater deep d. sandy soil, low organic matter, groundwater shallow
D
WHICH STATEMENT is true about protective clothing and equipment statements? a. pesticide labels are very consistent in the type of information they contain on pretective clothing and equipment b. when a respirator is required the model is always specified on the label c. it is not necessary to follow all advice on protective clothing or equipment that appears on the label d. if a pesticide label does not specifically mention a type of protective clothing or equipment that does not rule out the need for the additional protection or equipment
D
which is the appropriate way to wear gloves and footwear for a job in which you will be working with your arms raised some of the time and lowered some of the time a. wear gloves w your sleeves over them and pant legs outside boots b. gloves outside sleeves and pant legs inside boots c. gloves with a cuff closed tightly outside sleeve and pant legs inside boots d. gloves with a cuff closed tightly outside sleeve and pant legs outside boots
D
which is true about REIs (restricted entry intervals) a. the pesticide manufacturer sets REIs b. the REI statement is most often listed under Non-Agricultural Use Requirements c. REIs are not covered under the EPA's WPS (worker protection standard) d. if there are multiple REIs on a label the REIs are usually found at the beginning of each use section for each crop
D
which is true about heat stress? a. wearing a lot of PPE prevents heat stress b. constriction of pupils is a symptom of heat stroke c. less than 10% of people affected by severe heat stroke die d. lack of sweat is a symptom of heat stroke
D
which is true about washing contaminated PPE? a. wash a full load of PPE items at a time b. use cold water and one wash cycle c. use only very short wash cycles d. after washing, run the washer through at least one additional entire cycle without clothing
D
which statement about the requirements of the FQPA is true? a. for setting new standards, the FQPA considers aggregate exposures to pesticides but not cumulative exposures b. the FQPA does not require review of older pesticides with established residue tolerances on food c. the FQPA does not consider additional safety standards to account for exposure risks to infants and children d. testing of pesticides for endocrine disruption potential is required under the FQPA
D
which statement is true about cleaning pesticide equipment? a. always wash equipment in the same location unless you use a containment pad or tray b. there is very little risk of pesticide exposure during equipment cleanup c. it is a good idea to wait until the end of the work week before cleaning up equipment d. sloppy cleanup practices are one of the main causes of equipment failure or malfunction
D
which statement is true about factors affecting spray drift? a. ground applications usually produce more spray drift than aerial b. high rates of evap and high temps reduce drift c. for reducing drift potential spraying at midday is best d. spraying during temp inversions can result in significant long distance drift
D
which statement is true about storage of pesticide containers a. you may store pesticides in bottles or jars as long as they are appropriately labeled b. keep bags of wettable and soluble powders open so they are exposed to the air c. store liquid formulations and small containers of dry formulations on wood shelving d. place bulk or mini bulk tanks on a reinforced concrete pad or other impermeable surface
D
You are applying pesticide to a rectangular area that is 50 feet long by 20 feet wide. What is the area in square feet? A. 70 square feet B. 100 square feet C. 500 square feet D. 1,000 square feet
D. 1000
which of the following sections under FIFRA exempts from registration pesticides considered to pose minimum risk? a. section 3 b. 18 c. 24(c) d. 25(b)
D. 25 (b)
Which dry/solid formulation is mixed in water and reduces the risk of inhalation exposure during mixing and loading? a. dusts D b. wettable powders WP c. Soluble powders SP d. water-dispersable granules WDG or dry flowables DF
D. WDG, DF
which federal law requires employers to provide agricultural workers and pesticide handlers with protections against possible harm from pesticides? a. FIFRA (federal insecticide, fungicide, rodenticide act) b. FFDCA (federal food drug cosmetic act) c. FQPA (food quality protection act) d. WPS (worker protection standard)
D. WPS
which is true about statements of practical treatment? a. they are not associated with signal words b. it is not important to have the pesticide label in case of poisoning emergency c. statements about inducing vomiting are not found on the label d. all DANGER labels contain a note to physicians describing appropriate medical procedures
D. all DANGER labels contain a note to physicians describing appropriate medical procedures
which statement is true about inducing vomiting for a victim of oral pesticide exposure? a. always induce vomiting after a victim has swallowed a pesticide b. induce vomiting with the victim lying flat on their back c. ipecac syrup is routinely recommended to induce vomiting d. before inducing vomiting, first give victim at least 2 glasses of water to dilute the product
D. dilution
what are the two main classifications of pesticides under FIFRA? a. organic/inorganic b. general-use/unclassified-use c. regulated/unregulated d. unclassified use/restriced-use
D. unclassified/restricted
which federal agency is responsible for registering or licensing pesticide products for use in the US?
EPA
which federal law requires that all pesticides meet new safety standards
FFDCA (federal food drug cosmetic act)
which federal law governs the establishment of pesticide tolerances for food and feed products?
FQPA (food quality protection act)
determining when to apply a pesticide includes consideration of: a. life cycle of pest and weather conditions b. percent active ingredient c. need for additives or adjuvants d. what safety measures you should follow
a
the directions for use on a pesticide label indicate: a. the various crops or areas on which it may be legally used b. disposal of pesticide waste c. environmental, physical, chemical hazards d. treatment procedures in case of exposure
a
what is the backbone of any emergency response plan? a. outlining the sequence of actions to take in a crisis b. having a pesticide inventory readily available c. knowing where copies of labels and MSDSs are kept d. keeping an inventory of emergency equipment and supplies on sire
a
what is the first thing you should do if you notice a damaged pesticide container? a. put on appropriate PPE b. transfer contents into another sturdy container that can be tightly closed c. use the pesticide immediately at a site and at a rate allowed by the label d. clean up any spilled chemical
a
what two things should pesticide applicators be most aware of to avoid spray drift? a. droplet size & wind direction and speed b. air stability & temp c. viscosity of liquid pesticide & air turbulence d. temp & pesticide volatility
a
which is not a means of preventing contamination of water sources a. when filling the tank keep the hose down in the pesticide mixture b. use a check valve, anti-siphoning device, or back flow preventer when pumping water directly from the source into a mix tank c. mix and load pesticides on a containment pad d. locate mixing equipment so that leaks or spills flow away from a drain or water source
a
which is true about disposable PPE? a. inexpensive disposables may be a good choice for brief pesticide-handling activities b. non woven coveralls and hoods are usually designed to be worn for 7 workdays c. dust/mist masks, prefilters, canisters, and filtering and vapor-removing cartridges can be cleaned and reused 3/4 times before disposing d. chemical-resistant gloves, footwear, and aprons that are labeled as disposable are designed to be worn 3/4 times before disposing
a
which is true about pesticide rinsates? a. rinsates may be applied to labeled target sites at or below labeled rates b. dispose of rinsates by pouring down a sink or drain c. rinsates containing strong cleaning agents may be reused in pesticide mixtures d. the amount of pesticide in the reinstate plus the amount of pesticide in new mixture may exceed label rate for target site
a
which is true about respirator maintenance? a. respirator cartridges must be stored in an airtight bag or they lose their effectiveness b. inspect respirators twice each year for signs of wear and tear c. after use prefilters should be stored in a zip-closable bag with canisters and cartridges d. use a substitute canister or cartridge if you cannot find the replacement part for your respirator
a
which parts of the body are the most likely to be exposed to pesticides? a. hands and forearms b. feet and legs c. chest and forearms d. eyes and lungs
a
which practice for minimizing storage problems is not recommended? a. buy large quantities of pesticides to reduce costs and ensure that the chemicals you use are available when you need them b. keep records of previous usage to make good estimates of future needs c. mark each pesticide container with the purchase date and keep an inventory of all pesticides in storage d. be sure to note if the product has an effective shelf life listed on the label
a
which statement is true about pest management strategies in IPM? a. the goal is often to maintain pest damage at economically acceptable levels b. eradication is never the goal of an IPM program c. pesticides are not included in an IPM strategy d. non chemical methods usually provide only short term control of a pest
a
which statement is true about pesticide effects on non-target organisms a. drift is one of the primary causes of damage to crops and other plants in adjacent areas b. granular or pelleted pesticide formulations are the safest for preventing injury to birds and other animals c. most livestock poisoning by pesticides occurs when they breathe in vapors from nearby treated fields d. very few herbicides can cause phytotoxic injury
a
which would be considered a preventative pest management strategy a. planting weed and disease free seed b. releasing natural enemies to help reduce pest populations c. eliminating rodents from a commercial food establishment d. removing from an area a pest that is a public health concern
a
you need to empty your application equipment of 1 gallon of liquid left over spray material. a. apply material to labeled site b. drain material into gravel parking area c. store material in labeled plastic container for use later d. keep retreating last area you sprayed e. empty material into public sewer system
a
what is the purpose of routine or emergency cholinesterase monitoring? a. enable a physican to recognize the occurrence of excessive exposure to organophosphate and carbamate insecticides b. enable a physician to recognize occurrence of excessive exposure to pyrethroid insecticides c. enable the pesticide handler to know when to stop using pesticide products during the course of a normal workday d. enable pesticide handler to know when they have been overexposed to restricted-use pesticides
a.
which statement is false about harmful effects of pesticides? a/ the most common form of pesticide injury is by inhalation b/ fumigants can cause severe blisters c/ asthma like symptoms may be caused by allergies to pesticides d/ many herbicides and fungicides cause dermatitis
a.
you have calibrated your equipment to spray 50 gallons per acre. you need to spray 1 acre. The label calls for 3 pounds of formulation per 100 gallons of water. how many pounds of formulation should you add to the tank to make 50 gallons of finished spray? A. 1.5 B. 2 C. 2.5 d. 3
a. 1.5
Which type of pesticide application procedure involves the uniform application of a pesticide to an entire area or field? a. broadcast b. band c. directed spray d. basal
a. broadcast
Which type of dry/solid pesticide formulation is always dry and can easily drift to non-target sites? A. Dusts. B. Granules. C. Pellets. D. Baits.
a. dusts
what is needed to apply a pesticide legally when a pest problem arises for which a food or feed commodity is not on the registered pesticide label or a tolerance has not yet been established? a. emergency exemption b. use a restricted use pesticide c. minimum risk pesticide classification d. emergency registration
a. emergency exemption
what is the FIRST thing you should do to help a victim of inhalation exposure? a. get victim to fresh air b. administer artificial respiration c. have victim lie down and loosen clothing d. keep chin up to ensure air passages open for breathing
a. fresh air
which property of a pesticide would make it more likely to move with water in surface runoff? a. high solubility b. high adsorption c. high volatility d. tendency to evaporate quickly
a. high solubility
which type of adjuvant functions as wetting agents and spreaders? a. surfactants b. stickers c. extenders d. buffers
a. surfactants
the capacity of a pesticide to cause short term (acute) or long term (chronic) injury is referred to as its a. toxicity b. exposure c. hazard d. oral LD50
a. toxicity
According to FIFRA, what is the minimum standard for direct supervision of a pesticide application by uncertified individuals? a. application done by competent person w certified applicator present b. application done by competent person acting under instruction and control of certified applicator who is available when and if needed c. application done by competent person who has received 6 month training course by certified applicator d. application done by person who has passed this exam
b
Which would increase the likelihood of pesticide resistance? a. an insect has only one generation per year b. continual use of the same pesticides or pesticides from the same chemical class c. limiting the number of pesticide applications d. applying a pesticide that has little or no residual effect
b
what is the first step a business should take to develop a sound pesticide security program a. coordinate with authorities b. risk assessment c. employee training in security awareness d. evaluation of pesticide security
b
which is an advantage of microencapsulated materials? a. they pose few hazards to bees b. delayed or slow release of the active ingredient prolongs its effectiveness c. their pesticidal activity is independent of weather conditions d. they usually require only short restricted use intervals
b
which is false about first-aid response for pesticide exposure to the eye? a. hold the eye open and immediately begin gently washing the eye with drips of water b. water should be dripped directly into the eye, dont use an eyewash dispenser c. continuously rinse the eye for 15 minutes d. flush under eyelid with water to remove debris
b
which is true about PPE as required by the label? a. you shouldn't wear more PPE than the label requires b. sometimes a label has different PPE requirements for pesticide handlers and early entry workers c. you are not required to wear all the PPE listed on the label d. wearing the PPE on the label ensures you will not be exposed to pesticide
b
which is true about groundwater or surface water contamination by pesticides? a. pesticides cannot reach groundwater by runoff b. runoff and erosion are sources of surface water contamination by pesticides c. pesticide contaminated surface water will not reach groundwater d. groundwater or surface water contamination risk is low when a heavy rain immediately follows a herbicide application
b
which is true about preapplication posting requirements? a. all states require notification of school staff members 72hrs before application is made to a school b. some state maintain registry of sensitive individuals who must be informed if application is made near them c. states do not vary in minimum notification requirements to concerned individuals d. all states require residential areas to be posted before application
b
which is true about proper cleanup procedures for pesticide spills? a. remove the top 1 in of soil to decontaminate soil saturated with pesticide b. sweep up absorbed chemical and place it in a steel or fiber drum lined with heavy duty plastic bag c. use bleach and lime together to clean up spill areas d. use charcoal briquets to reduce soil contamination and subsequent plant damage
b
which statement about pesticide label names and ingredients is true? a. the active ingredients and inert ingredients must be listed by chemical name b. various manufacturers use different trade names even tho the products contain the same active ingredient c. common names are those accepted officially by the manufacturer d. inert ingredients are responsible for pesticidal activity
b
which statement about pesticide storage facilities is true a. if pesticides are stored in a small locked cabinet or closet it is not necessary to post warning signs b. carefully consider soil and land surface characteristics when selecting a storage site to prevent potential contamination of water sources c. store pesticides in a warm airtight environment d. the floor of the pesticide storage site should consist of carpeting or wood
b
which statement about transporting pesticides is true? a. carry hazardous pesticides in the passenger compartment to prevent unauthorized access b. enclosed cargo boxes offer the greatest protection but are not always practical c. operators of vehicles that transport hazardous materials are not required to have any training other than a commercial drivers license d. the operator is not responsible if a pesticide spill or accident occurs because the vehicle was left unattended
b
which statement is true about action thresholds? a. the IPM technician needs to implement control measures below the action threshold level b. the action threshold for a pest may be set at a zero pest population density c. action thresholds are usually easy to establish d. in an urban landscape, action thresholds are usually more related to economics than aesthetics
b
which statement is true about biological control methods a. if pesticides are part of a biological control program to control an exotic pest it is better to apply them at the strongest label rate and to choose more toxic pesticides b. modifying the environment to enhance natural enemies is a recommended practice in biological control c. biological control involves the importation of exotic pests to control natural enemies d. using several cultural practices and wide variety of pesticides works best in biological control
b
which would help minimize off target drift? a. spray during a temperature inversion b. use largest droplets practical to provide necessary coverage c. increase height of nozzles above target d. increase pressure and travel speed
b
when should a blood test for baseline cholinesterase be done? a. baseline testing should be done during the time of year when pesticide use is greatest and at least 14 days into application season b. during the time of year when pesticides are not being used or at 30 days from most recent exposure c. during time of year when pesticides are not being used or within 1 wk of most recent exposure d. halfway thru application season to measure the average exposure
b.
you are applying a pesticide to a circular area with a 20ft diameter, what is the area a. 128 sq ft b. 314 c. 400 d. 628
b. 314
you need to make an insecticide application with a 4 hour restricted entry interval (REI) at a public elementary school. after application how long must students wait to enter the school? a. 4 hrs b. 7 c 12 d 24 e after spray dries
b. 7
Which signal word is associated with Hazard Class I and chemicals that have severe corrosive properties but do not necessarily have very low oral LD50 values? a. DANGER POISON b. DANGER c. WARNING d. CAUTION
b. DANGER
Which liquid pesticide formulation consists of a small amount of active ingredient (often 1% or less per unit volume) dissolved in an organic solvent? a. emulsifiable concentrate EC b. ready to use low concentrate solutions RTU c. ultra low volume ULV d. flowables F / liquids L
b. RTU
directions for mixing and loading pesticide are usually found under a. agricultural use requirements b. directions for use c. environmental hazards d. precautionary statements
b. directions for use
which term describes the pest population density that causes losses equal to the cost of control measures? a. economic threshold b. economic injury level c. action threshold d. pest threshold ALSO what are all of these answer choices actually???
b. economic injury level
"this product is highly toxic to bees" is an example of which type of precautionary statement? a. acute toxicity hazard b. environmental hazard c. physical or chemical hazard d. agricultural use requirement
b. environmental hazard
According to the Worker Protection Standard, what must the pesticide handler have access to if the label requires goggles for eye protection? a. a full face shield to cover the goggles b. an eyewash dispenser c. a half face respirator d. full face respirator
b. eyewash
What is the usual order for tank mixing pesticides? a. fill tank 1/5-1/2 full with carrier, add suspension, add emulsion, add solution, add surfactants, add compatibility agent b. fill tank 1/5-1/2 full with carrier, compatibility agent, suspension, solution, surfactants, emulsion c. fill tank 1/5-1/2 full with carrier, surfactants, suspension, emulsion, solution, compatibility agent d. fill tank 1/5-1/2 full with carrier, suspension, emulsion, solution, compatibility agent, surfactant
b. fill tank 1/5-1/2 full with carrier, compatibility agent, suspension, solution, surfactants, emulsion
What type of formulation covers either a liquid or dry pesticide particle with platic? A. Pellets. B. Microencapsulates. C. Water-soluble packets. D. Water-dispersible granules.
b. microencapsulates
which of the following sections under FIFRA could be used to allow the use of an unregistered pesticide to control an "emergency" pest problem? a. sec 3 b. 18 c. 24c d. 25b bruh what kind of question is that why would I know that
b. section 18
which type of adjuvant increases the adhesion of solid particles to target surfaces a. compatibility agents b. stickers c. drift retardants d. defoaming agents
b. stickers
Under which set of circumstances would the certified applicator be required to be physically present at the application site? a. whenever restricted use pesticide applied b. whenever any pesticide is applied by an uncertified applicator c. if state law or label requires d. when pesticide is being applied in or around a public building
c
Which items should be stored at the pesticide storage site? A. Food and feed. B. PPE for mixing and loading and medical supplies. C. Spill cleanup kit and emergency PPE. D. Medication and veterinary supplies.
c
which is an example of non-point-source contamination of groundwater? a. back-siphoning of pesticide spills at a wellhead b. leaching from a pesticide mixing area c. pesticides that dissolve and leach through soil after it rains d. dumping leftover pesticide products down a well
c
which is not a recommended safety precaution for a pesticide storage facility a. locate storage facilities as far as possible from places where people and animals live b. post signs that indicate combustible materials are stored at the facility c. store glass or pressurized containers in sunlight d. keep foam-type fire extinguishers in all storage areas
c
which is true about proper technique for opening containers? a. tear open paper or cardboard containers carefully b. put on appropriate PPE after opening c. use sharp knife or scissors to open paper or cardboard containers d. leave container open until you are done mixing pesticides for the day
c
which is true about sprayer nozzles a. a nozzle that primarily produces fine droplets is usually selected to minimize off-target drift b. coarse-sized droplets supply maximum coverage of the target c. nozzle material should be selected based on pesticide formulation d. brass tips should be used when applying abrasive materials
c
which statement about sensitive areas is true? a. never spray a sensitive area to control a pest for any reason b. dont spray a larger target site if it contains a sensitive area c. pesticide labels may contain statements that list special precautions around sensitive areas d. Endangered species habitats are not sensitive areas
c
which statement about triple rinsing and pressure rinsing pesticide containers is true a. you must wear protective clothing for triple rinsing but not pressure rinsing b. triple rinsing requires use of a special nozzle c. both triple and pressure rinsed containers are considered non hazardous waste d. triple rinsing is more effective than pressure rinsing
c
which statement is true about chemical incompatibility a. it is not necessary to consider chemical compatibility effects when mixing pesticide w hard water, chlorinated water, fertilizers b. increasing the chemical activity of 2 or more products mixed together is always harmful c. chemical incompatibility occurs when the chemical activity of the mixed products is reduced d. labels do not provide info on avoiding chemical incompatibility
c
which statement is true about pesticide exposure routes? a. oil based liquid pesticide formulations like emulsifiable concentrates do not absorb through skin b. evidence indicates that 97% of body exposure to pesticides during spraying is by inhalation c. some products that cause systemic injury are as toxic when absorbed through skin as when swallowed d. palms and forearms absorb more pesticide than the warm, moist areas of the body
c
which statement is true about regulatory pest control a. pests that pose a serious public health threat are rarely regulated by federal/state agencies b. pests that are to be eradicated are rarely under quarantine restrictions c. airports and ocean ports are monitored by pest quarantine regulatory agencies d. entry of pests across state lines is not regulated
c
which would not be an action to take in the case of a pesticide spill a. rope off the contaminated area, keeping ppl at least 30ft from spill b. contain liquid spills by spreading absorbent materials over the entire spill c. use sawdust or sweeping compounds to control pesticides that are strong oxidizers d. use absorbent pillows or tubes to dike around the spill area
c
which would not be considered a good security practice? a. instructing employees on pesticide inventory control b. preventing access to equipment used in mixing, loading, or applying pesticides c, replacing employees often with new personnel d. reporting suspicious behavior to the FBI
c
while making a liquid application you notice spray mist blowing into the neighbors yard a. since the pesticide is for lawn application this is not a problem b. to reduce mist start at property line and spray into the wind moving away from neighbor's property c. mark areas already treated and finish when wind slows or changes direction d. to reduce mist increase pump pressure and spray in direction wind is blowing moving toward neighbor's property e. adjust application equipment to produce smaller droplets
c
your customer has a problem with insects entering their home, what is the most appropriate applicator category to treat the area and exterior foundation walls? a. 6: ornamental and shade tree b. 7: lawn and turf c. 11: household and health related d. 16: public health, invertebrate e. 23: parks and schools
c
you are making an application near a hypersensitivity registry address. what is the minimum prior notice you are required to give the person listed a. 4hrs b. 8 c. 12 d 24 e 72
c. 12
You determined from a calibration test that your boom sprayer delivers 8 gallons of water over a 0.25-acre (1/4 acre) test area. You need to apply pesticide to a 10-acre field. How much spray mixture is needed for the 10-acre application area? A. 80 gallons. B. 120 gallons. C. 320 gallons. D. 400 gallons.
c. 320
you are applying a pesticide to a triangular area w a base of 60ft and height of 30ft, what is the area? a. 300 sq ft b. 600 sq ft c. 900 sq ft d. 1200 sq ft
c. 900
Which liquid pesticide formulation may approach 100% active ingredient? a. emulsifiable concentrate EC b. ready to use low concentrate solns RTU c. ultra low volume ULV d. aerosols A
c. ULV
the active ingredient in Lorsban 75WG is listed as chlorpyrifos: 0,0-diethyl 0-(3,5,6-trichloro 2-pyridinyl) phosphorothioate. what does chlorpyrifos represent? a. brand name b. chemical name c. common name d. registered trade name
c. common name
Which type of pesticide application would you use to control cockroaches inside of buildings? a. broadcast b. band c. crack and crevice d. basal
c. crack and crevice
Which statement is true about pest management goals? a. pesticides are never used to prevent pests b. preventative and suppressive pest control goals are rarely combined c. cultivation and mowing of weeds are ways to prevent and suppress pest populations d. over large areas eradication is a practical approach to pest control
c. cultivation and mowing of weeds are ways to prevent and suppress pest populations
The name "Sevin 5G" on a pesticide label indicates: A. A granular pesticide with 5 percent inert ingredients. B. A gel pesticide with 5 percent active ingredients. C. A granular pesticide with 5 percent active ingredients. D. A gel pesticide with 5 percent inert ingredients.
c. granular, 5% active
Which type of dry/solid pesticide formulation consists of particles that are the same weight and shape? a. dusts b. granules c. pellets d. baits
c. pellets
WHAT should be done if cholinesterase levels fall significantly below baseline? a. have the pesticide handler increase the use of PPE until cholinesterase level builds back up to normal levels b. remove pesticide handler from pesticide exposure for at least 1 yr c. remove pesticide handler from pesticide exposure until such time as the cholinesterase level builds back up to normal levels d. seek medical attention immediately for the pesticide handler and avoid having them mix and load pesticide for 48hrs after last exposure
c. remove from exposure until cholinesterase is back to normal levels
what would be the first objective if dermal exposure to a pesticide has occurred? a. get the victim to fresh air immediately b. administer artificial respiration c. rinse the pesticide off to prevent absorption d. apply a first aid ointment to the affected area
c. rinse it off
Which is the pesticide formulation process by which solid particles are dispersed in a liquid? a. ULV solvents b. solution c. suspension d. emulsion
c. suspension
records of pesticide applications made by commercial/public certified applicators are a. a good idea but not required to be kept b. required for restricted use pesticides only c. required only when application made to food commodity or in school/daycare d. required for all applications e. required only when near hypersensitivity registry address
d
what should be done with cancelled pesticide products that can no longer be legally used a. use them up by applying them at a rate greater than specified by the label b. store them in the same area as other pesticides but mark them as outdated c. recycle them by mixing them with other pesticide products d. treat as hazardous waste and dispose accordingly
d
what two things should pesticide applicators be most aware of to avoid vapor drift a. droplet size & wind direction and speed b. air stability & temp c. viscosity of liquid pesticide & air turbulence d. temp & pesticide volatility
d
when 2 or more pesticides mixed together form a putty or past, separate into layers, or look like cottage cheese it is: a. timing incompatibility b. placement incompatibility c. chemical incompatibility d. physical incompatibility
d
which is not a recommended action to take in the event of a fire involving pesticide? a. construct dikes to contain contaminated runoff water b. notify the fire dept and information firefighters of the nature of the pesticides involved c. contain small fires with fog, foam, or dry powder d. use water jets to put out the pesticide fire
d
which is true about cleaning and disposing of pesticide containers? a. do not puncture rinsed pesticide containers b. when rinsing, pour rinsate down drain c. pesticide containers that can't be recycled or returned to manufacturer should be reused d. containers must be disposed of in accordance with label directions and federal, state, local laws and regulations
d
which is true about containment pads a. they should not be used if you mix and load frequently at the same site b. pads make spill cleanup more difficult c. pads should be made of permeable materials d. pads should be used where large quantities of pesticides are handled or mixed
d
which is true about granular applicators? a. they do not require calibration b. ground speed has no effect on application rate c. in a rotary spreader, lighter granules are thrown farther than heavy ones d. drop spreaders are preferred over rotary spreaders when more precise placement of pesticide is desired
d
which is true about measuring and transferring pesticides? a. when pouring any pesticide from its container, keep container and pesticide above face level b. metal measuring utensils are recommended over plastic c. most dusts, powders, dry formulations are measured by volume d. after adding pesticide to partially filled spray tank the measuring container should be rinsed and rinse soln poured into the tank
d
which is true about pesticide toxicity? a. a pesticide w an oral LD50 of 250mg/kg is more toxic than a pesticide w an LD50 of 5mg/kg b. manufacturers are not required to include chronic toxicity warning statements on labels, only acute toxicity warnings are included c. delayed effects occur only after a single acute toxicity exposure d. cholinesterase inhibition due to exposure to organophosphate or carbamate insecticides can cause acute or delayed effects
d
which statement about emergency response planning is true? a. your plan should reflect only the off-season inventory of pesticides stored at your facility b. as long as you have a plan at your facility it is not necessary to designate an emergency response coordinator c. in the event of an emergency the first person to contact would be your attorney d. it is important to keep with your emergency list an outline of the info that should be passed along during an emergency notification call
d
which statement about pesticide equipment cleanup is false? a. several commercial pesticide tank cleaning compounds are available b. sprayers should be thoroughly rinsed with a water-detergent solution for several minutes c. when getting ready to store your sprayer add some lightweight oil to the tank before the final flushing d. leave pesticide residues in the spray tank when changing products
d
which statement is true about adjuvants? a. they possess pesticidal activity b. they must be registered by the EPA c. adjuvants often increase spray application problems d. adjuvants are either premixed in the pesticide formulation or added to the spray tank mixture
d
which statement is true about potential problems from pesticide fires a. pesticides containing oils or petroleum products are the least flammable b. vapors or smoke from pesticide fires may be harmful to animals but not to plants c. pesticides may be flammable but never explosive d. runoff from a pesticide fire site may contain highly toxic chemicals
d
which statement is true about protecting bees from pesticide injury? a. wettable powders are the safest formulation for preventing bee injury b. it is best to spray crops when they are in bloom c. aerial applications are less hazardous to bees than ground applications d. applying pesticides in the evening or during early morning is recommended
d
which would be an appropriate way to describe a relatively low toxicity pesticide product to the customer? a. environmentally friendly b. non toxic c. EPA approved d. use with caution
d
your company's registered technician experiences and emergency while making an application. as the only certified applicator working there, by regulation what is the max amount of time allowed until you arrive at the site a. you are not required to go b. 1 hour c. 2 d. 5 e. 24
d
which statement is true about the LD50 and LC50 a. they measure multiple toxic effects b. they translate directly to humans c. they measure the potential buildup of effects due to multiple exposures d. they measure acute toxicity
d. acute toxicity
What type of pesticide formulation consists of a liquid dispersed as droplets in another liquid and may require agitiation? A. Microencapsulated. B. Solution. C. Suspension. D. Emulsion.
d. emulsion
Which liquid pesticide formulation contains solid particles that do not dissolve in either water or oil and may contribute to abrasive wear of nozzles and pumps? A. Ultra-low volume (ULV). B. Invert emulsions. C. Aerosols (A). D. Flowables (F)/ Liquids (L).
d. flowables/liquids
who is responsible for developing MSDSs on specific chemicals and providing them on request? a. EPA B. USDA C. OSHA D. product manufacturer
d. product manufacturer
Which type of adjuvant increases the viscosity of spray mixtures? a. stickers b. extenders c. plant penetrants d. thickeners
d. thickeners
which would decrease the likelihood of pesticide resistance? a. increasing label dosages b. using pesticides from the same class of chemicals c. applying the pesticide over a wide area d. using pesticides with multiple sites of toxicity in an organism
d. using pesticides with multiple sites of toxicity in an organism
Pesticide inspectors from the PA dept of ag enforce pesticide laws & have the authority to a. inspect application equipment b. inspect storage and disposal areas c. inspect or investigate complains or injury to people or land d. sample pesticides being applied e. all of the above
e
restricted use pesticides (RUPs) can be only sold to a. certified private applicators b. certified commercial applicators c. registered technicians d. anyone e. certified commercial, public, or private applicators
e
the federal WPS applies to which of the following applications a. agronomic crops b. ornamental plantings c. mosquito control d. termite pretreatments e. park and school recreational areas
e
Sealing cracks and crevices and small openings in buildings is an example of which type of mechanical control method?
exclusion
true or false an enclosed cab always provides enough protection from pesticide exposure to allow applicators to use less PPE than recommended on the label
false
Using barriers to prevent pests from getting into an area is an example of which type of pest management method?
mechanical control
Lowering the humidity of stored grains and other food products to reduce damage from mold is an example of which type of pest management method?
physical/environmental modification
both civil and criminal penalties can be assessed for FIFRA violations, true or false
true
to prevent damage to pesticide labels you may use transparent tape or a coating of lacquer or polyurethane to protect them true or false
true
