Michigan Core Manual Pesticide Exam

Commercial Applicator:

A certified applicator who uses or supervises the use of pesticides for purposes other than those covered under a private applicator certification.

What are the 5 steps to IPM

1.) Pest identification 2.) Pest monitering 3.) Threshold détermination 4.) implementation and selection of pest control methods 5.) Record keeping & evaluating results

Integrated Pest Management (IPM)

A balanced approach to pest control, it utilizes a wide range of pest control methods and tactics. It main goal is to prevent pests from reaching damaging risk.

Private Applicators:

A certified applicator who uses or supervises the use of restricted use pesticides to produce an agriculture commodity on his or her own land, leased land, or rented land or on the lands of his or her employer

The name "X-Pest 5G" on a pesticide label indicates what? A) Granular pesticide with 5% active ingredient. B.) Granular pesticide with 5% inert ingredients C.) Gel pesticide with 5% active ingredients.

A) Granular pesticide with 5% active ingredient.

Special local need registration under FIFRA is found where? A.) 24c B.) Section 18 C.) Section 9a

A.) 24c

The EPA registration number "3120-280-1492" Which set of numbers refers to the specific product? A.) 280 B.) 1492 C.) 3120

A.) 280

What is a systemic pesticide? A.) A pesticide that is absorbed and translocated within a plant or animal. B.) A pesticide that is not absorbed but must directly contact the dispersed are

A.) A pesticide that is absorbed and translocated within a plant or animal

Abbreviation for common formulations "E" A.) A.) Emulsifiable concentrates B.) Emulsifiable concentrates C.) Encapsulated concentrates

A.) A.) Emulsifiable concentrates B.) Emulsifiable concentrates

Abbreviation for common formulations "B" A.) Bait. B.) Bait pellet. C.) Bait solutions

A.) Bait.

Abbreviation for common formulations "C" A.) Concentrate B.) Concentrated flowables C.) Condensed pellets

A.) Concentrate

Abbreviation for common formulations "D" A.) Dust B.) Dry flowables (see WDG) C.) Drainage waste.

A.) Dust

Abbreviation for common formulations "G" A.) Granules B.) Gels

A.) Granules

What is the purpose of the signal word? A.) Indicates the products relative acute toxicity to humans and animals. B.) Informs the user what type of PE to wear. C.) Tells the user what type of first-aid treatment to seek in case of exposure.

A.) Indicates the products relative acute toxicity to humans and animals.

Abbreviation for common formulations "LC" A.) Liquid Concentrates B.) Liquid C.) Low volume pesticides

A.) Liquid Concentrates

Abbreviation for common formulations "LV" A.) Low volatile B.) Low volume pesticides C.) Liquid

A.) Low volatile

Culture controls: A.) Methods create an optimal growing conditions for the plants you want to preserve or unfavorable conditions for the pests. (includes controlled burning, mulching, and sanitation) B.) Use of pesticides or herbicides to manage an unwanted organism(s) (photo: herbicide used to kill dandelions) C.) Insect pest control which uses a purpose-built mechanical device or hands (and feet).

A.) Methods create an optimal growing conditions for the plants you want to preserve or unfavorable conditions for the pests. (includes controlled burning, mulching, and sanitation)

Abbreviation for common formulations "M" A.) Micro-encapsulated B.) Macro-encapsulated C.) Mandatory request SNL's

A.) Micro-encapsulated

Which statement about biological control is true? A.) Modifying the environment to enhance natural ermines is recommended in biological control. B.) Biological control involves importing exotic pests to control natural enemies. C.) Using several cultural practices and a wide variety of pesticides work best in biological control.

A.) Modifying the environment to enhance natural ermines is recommended in biological control.

Which would be considered a preventative pest management strategy? A.) Planting weed-free and disease-free seed to an athletic field. B.) Releasing natural enemies to help reduce pest populations. C.) Removing a pest that is a public health concern from an area

A.) Planting weed-free and disease-free seed to an athletic field.

Sealing cracks and crevices and small openings in buildings is an example of which type of mechanical control method? A.) Psychical B.) Genetic C.) Biological

A.) Psychical

Abbreviation for common formulations "RTU" A.) Ready to use B.) Ready to discard C.) Ready to inject

A.) Ready to use

Monitoring pests at airports and ocean ports that pose a serious threat to public health or widespread damages to crops or animals is an example of which type of pest management method? A.) Regulatory B.) Genetic C.) Biological

A.) Regulatory

"Do not breathe vapors or spray mist" is an example of a? A.) Specific action Statement B.) Recommendation Statement C.) Mandatory Statement

A.) Specific action Statement

Directions for mixing and loading a pesticide are usually found under: A.) Specific action statement. B.) Environmental hazards C.) Precautionary statements

A.) Specific action statement.

Which statement about pest management strategies in IPM is true? A.) The goal is to prevent pests from reaching damaging levels. B.) Eradication is never the goal of the IPM program. C.) Non-chemical methods are short-term solutions to control pests.

A.) The goal is to prevent pests from reaching damaging levels.

Which of the following criteria is used by the EPA in establishing pesticide tolerances? A.) The toxicity of the pesticide and its breakdown products. B.) Research data is completely independent of the pesticides manufacture. C.) The anticipated volume of the products to be sold in any given year.

A.) The toxicity of the pesticide and its breakdown products.

Under federal law, which statement about trained and certified applicators is true? A.) They may apply and/ or supervise the application of restricted-use pesticide. B.) The must receive supplemental training before mixing RUP's C.) They are exempt from obtaining country bulletins for the protection of endangered species.

A.) They may apply and/ or supervise the application of restricted-use pesticide.

Which Statement is true about culture control practices? A.) They reduce pest establishment, reproduction, and survival. B.) They use naturally delivered and/or synthesized chemicals to control pests. C.) They involve the release of parasites and predators found in foreign countries.

A.) They reduce pest establishment, reproduction, and survival.

Pre-Slaughter Interval: Minimum days in between last pesticide application and slaughter A.) True B.) False

A.) True

Pre-harvest interval: Minimum days in between last pesticide application and crop harvest A.) True B.) False

A.) True

Which liquid pesticide formulation may approach 100% active ingredient? A.) Ultra low volume (ULV) B.) Ready to use (RTU)

A.) Ultra low volume (ULV)

Chemical Control A.) Use of pesticides or herbicides to manage an unwanted organism(s) (photo: herbicide used to kill dandelions) B.) Methods create an optimal growing conditions for the plants you want to preserve or unfavorable conditions for the pests. (includes controlled burning, mulching, and sanitation) C.) A method of pest control that involves the use of naturally occurring disease organisms, parasites, or predators to control pests

A.) Use of pesticides or herbicides to manage an unwanted organism(s) (photo: herbicide used to kill dandelions)

Which dry/solid formulation is mixed in water and reduces the risk of inhalation exposure during mixing and loading? A.) Water-dispensable granules (WDG) or dry flowables (DF). B.) Wettable powders (WP). C.) Water soluble concentrates (WSC) or water-soluble packet/powder.

A.) Water-dispensable granules (WDG) or dry flowables (DF).

A pesticide active ingredient is often given an easy to use. A.) chemical name B.) corporate name C.) common name

A.) chemical name

Bioaccumulation is: A.) chlorinated hydrocarbons are accumulated in fatty tissues of some animals, especially those higher in the food chain. B.) Some organisms accumulate chemical residues in higher concentrations then those found in the animal have consumed.

A.) chlorinated hydrocarbons are accumulated in fatty tissues of some animals, especially those higher in the food chain.

A solution formulation is made by: A.) dissolving a substance in a liquid. B.) Dispersing fine (very small) solid particles in a liquid. C.) Suspending droplets of one liquid into another.

A.) dissolving a substance in a liquid.

The EPA Special Local Needs number "PA-990005" 99 refers to: A.) the year it was registered (1999). B.) The percentage of the active & inert ingredients combine. C.) The number in which it was registered to the state.

A.) the year it was registered (1999).

Precautionary Statement

All pesticide labels contain statements to help you decide what precautions to take to protect yourself, other people, or animals from pesticide exposure.

Where is the chemical name in "Cyfulthrin, cyan(4-fluoro-3-phenonyphenyl) menthyl-3-(2,2-dimethylcycolopropainecarboxulate 20% A.) dimethylcycolopropainecarboxulate B.) 4-fluoro-3-phenonyphenyl C.) menthyl-3

B.) 4-fluoro-3-phenonyphenyl

What is a contact pesticide? A.) A pesticide that is absorbed and translocated within a plant or animal. B.) A pesticide that is not absorbed but must directly contact the dispersed area.

B.) A pesticide that is not absorbed but must directly contact the dispersed area.

Abbreviation for common formulations "A" A.) Aqueous Flowables B.) Aerosol. C.) Active ingredients.

B.) Aerosol.

Abbreviation for common formulations "AF" A.) Aerosol. B.) Aqueous Flowables. C.) Admirable Formulations.

B.) Aqueous Flowables.

On a pesticide label the common name is found where? A.) With the chemical name. B.) At the top of the label C.) With the inert ingredient.

B.) At the top of the label

Secondary pests are pests that: A.) Pests that will cause major problems unless successfully managed. B.) Become prevalent after control actions have been taken to control key pests C.) Become troublesome once in a while because of their lifecycles, environmental influences, or as a result of human activities.

B.) Become prevalent after control actions have been taken to control key pests

Which would increase the likelihood of pesticide resistance? A.) An insect that has 1 generation per year. B.) Continual use of pesticides from the same chemical class. C.) Applying a pesticide that has little to no residual effect.

B.) Continual use of pesticides from the same chemical class.

The routs of entry statement " Extremely hazardous by skin contact-rapidly absorbed though the skin" on a label would most likely carry which signal word? A.) Caution B.) Danger C.) Warning

B.) Danger

Under Federal Law, which of the following actions is unlawful and subject to civil or criminal penalties? A.) Allowing a person under the direct supervision of a certified pesticide applicator to apply RUP's. B.) Detaching, altering, defacing, or destroying any part of the container or labeling. C.) Keeping inadequate records of employees who received training on the proper training on pesticide use.

B.) Detaching, altering, defacing, or destroying any part of the container or labeling.

A suspension formulation is made by: A.) dissolving a substance in a liquid. B.) Dispersing fine (very small) solid particles in a liquid. C.) Suspending droplets of one liquid into another.

B.) Dispersing fine (very small) solid particles in a liquid.

Abbreviation for common formulations "F" A.) Filters B.) Flowables C.) Foliage application

B.) Flowables

What is a systemic fungicide? A.) Once applied as a systemic, these chemicals frontal fungi that have already entered the plant. B.) Fungicides that are absorbed and move within the plant from the site of application to other tissues. C.) A chemical that is absorbed into the immediate area of application to the plant but doesn't travel far from the application site.

B.) Fungicides that are absorbed and move within the plant from the site of application to other tissues.

Making use of plant varieties that are naturally resistant to insect feeding is an example of which type of pest management method? A.) Biological B.) Genetic C.) Regulatory

B.) Genetic

Mechanical control: A.) A method of pest control that involves the use of naturally occurring disease organisms, parasites, or predators to control pests B.) Insect pest control which uses a purpose-built mechanical device or hands (and feet). C.) Methods create an optimal growing conditions for the plants you want to preserve or unfavorable conditions for the pests. (includes controlled burning, mulching, and sanitation)

B.) Insect pest control which uses a purpose-built mechanical device or hands (and feet).

Which statement about FIFRA is false? A.) It provides the overall framework for the federal pesticide regulatory program. B.) It prevents states, tribes, and territories from creating pesticide use laws more strict then federal regulations. C.) It allows applicators to deviate from the pesticide label under specific use situations.

B.) It prevents states, tribes, and territories from creating pesticide use laws more strict then federal regulations.

Abbreviation for common formulations "L" A.) Liquid Concentrates B.) Liquid C.) Low volume pesticides

B.) Liquid

Using barriers to prevent pests from getting into an area is an example of which type of pest management method? A.) Biological B.) Mechanical C.) Genetic

B.) Mechanical

Which group of pesticides is exempt from registration because it poses little or no risk to humans and the environment? A.) Restricted use pesticides (RUP) B.) Minimum risk pesticides. C.) Special Local Need (SLN)

B.) Minimum risk pesticides.

Abbreviation for common formulations "P" A.) Persistant pesticides B.) Pellets C.) Pervious Pellets

B.) Pellets

What liquid pesticide formulation may consists of a small amount of active ingredient (1% or less per unit volume) A.) Ultra low volume. B.) Ready to use (RTU)

B.) Ready to use (RTU)

Exemption of minimum-risk pesticides from registration under which section of FIFRA? A.) Section 12b B.) Section 25b C.) Section 3

B.) Section 25b

Federal registration of pesticides is found in FIFRA where? A.) Section 11b B.) Section 3 C.) Section 27c

B.) Section 3

Biomagnification is: A.) chlorinated hydrocarbons are accumulated in fatty tissues of some animals, especially those higher in the food chain. B.) Some organisms accumulate chemical residues in higher concentrations then those found in the animal have consumed.

B.) Some organisms accumulate chemical residues in higher concentrations then those found in the animal have consumed.

The EPA Special Local Needs number "PA-990005" 0005 refers to: A.) The percentage of the active & inert ingredients combine. B.) The pesticide was the 5th SLN product register that year. C.) The active ingredient.

B.) The pesticide was the 5th SLN product register that year.

The EPA Special Local Needs number "PA-990005" PA refers to: A.) The active ingredient. B.) The state its registered to. C.) The inert ingredients.

B.) The state its registered to.

Which statement about culture control prates is true? A.) They use naturally derived or synthesized, and survival B.) They reduce establishment, and survival C.) They involve the release of parasites and predators found in foreign countries

B.) They reduce establishment, and survival

What is the purpose of pesticide registration and registration process? A.) To control the flow of new pesticide products entering the marketplace. for B.) To provide evidence that the pesticide will not cause unreasonable risks to humans. C.) To male sure the amount of pesticide residue remaining on food and feed crops is zero.

B.) To provide evidence that the pesticide will not cause unreasonable risks to humans.

Which statement about pesticide label names and ingredients is true? A.) Both active and inert ingredients must be listed by chemical name. B.) Various manufactures use different trade names, even though the products may contain the same active ingredients. C.) Common names are those officially accepted by the manufacture.

B.) Various manufactures use different trade names, even though the products may contain the same active ingredients.

What are the four main groups of pests? A.) Bugs, Plants, aquatic plants, roundworms. B.) Weeds, invertebrate animals, pathogens, vertebrate animals.

B.) Weeds, invertebrate animals, pathogens, vertebrate animals.

Which federal regulation requires employee training in the use of pesticides? A.) Food Quality Protection Act B.) Worker Protection Standard. C.) Pesticide Container and Containment Regulation.

B.) Worker Protection Standard.

A pesticide inert ingredient A.) All chemicals used in the pesticide. B.)The percentages and total contents. C.) The common name of the pesticide.

B.)The percentages and total contents.

Common name on a label:

Because the chemical name is often to complex the common name is only accepted by the EPA. The common name is typically followed by the chemical name.

Pesticide label:

By law, pesticide users are required to comply with all instructions and sue directions found on the pesticide product label

The United States Environmental Protection Agency made in what year? A.) 1962 B.) 1969 C.) 1970 D.) 1973

C.) 1970

The EPA registration number "3120-280-1492" Which set of numbers refers to the manufacture? A.) 280 B.) 1492 C.) 3120

C.) 3120

Biological control: A.) Methods create an optimal growing conditions for the plants you want to preserve or unfavorable conditions for the pests. (includes controlled burning, mulching, and sanitation) B.) Insect pest control which uses a purpose-built mechanical device or hands (and feet). C.) A method of pest control that involves the use of naturally occurring disease organisms, parasites, or predators to control pests

C.) A method of pest control that involves the use of naturally occurring disease organisms, parasites, or predators to control pests

Which statement about federal pesticide regulation is true? A.) To ensure future compliance, civil penalties are typically assessed agents first-time violators. B.) Like pesticides, devices used to control pests must also be registered with FIFRA C.) Approved pesticide labels have the force of the law.

C.) Approved pesticide labels have the force of the law.

Occasional Pests are: A.) Pests that will cause major problems unless successfully managed. B.) Become prevalent after control actions have been taken to control key pests C.) Become troublesome once in a while because of their lifecycles, environmental influences, or as a result of human activities.

C.) Become troublesome once in a while because of their lifecycles, environmental influences, or as a result of human activities.

Abbreviation for common formulations "DF" A.) Drainage waste B.) Dust C.) Dry Flowables

C.) Dry Flowables

Abbreviation for common formulations "GL" A.) Granular pellets B.) Granules C.) Gel

C.) Gel

"If swallowed, calla doctor" is an example of what kind of statement? A.) Specific action Statement B.) Recommendation Statement C.) Mandatory Statement

C.) Mandatory Statement

Emergency expansions under FIFRA is found where? A.) Section 12b B.) Section 6 C.) Section 18

C.) Section 18

A Special Local Need Registration (SLN) is found under what section? A.) Section 3 B.) Section 5 C.) Section 24c

C.) Section 24c

What is the most common pesticide registration? A.) Section 5 B.) Section 24c C.) Section 3

C.) Section 3

Which is a disadvantage of both EC and ULV formulations? A.) Difficult to handle, transport, and store. B.) Require constant agitation to keep in suspension. C.) Solvents may cause rubber or plastic hoses, gaskets, pump parts, and other surfaces to wear over time.

C.) Solvents may cause rubber or plastic hoses, gaskets, pump parts, and other surfaces to wear over time.

An emulation formulation is made by: A.) dissolving a substance in a liquid. B.) Dispersing fine (very small) solid particles in a liquid. C.) Suspending droplets of one liquid into another.

C.) Suspending droplets of one liquid into another.

Which statement about action thresholds is true? A.) The IPM technician to implement control measures below the action threshold level. B.) In an urban landscape, action thresholds are usually more related to economic and aesthetic. C.) The action thresholds for a pest may be set at a 0 pest population density.

C.) The action thresholds for a pest may be set at a 0 pest population density.

The active ingredient in Tempo 20WP listed as "Cyfulthrin, cyan(4-fluoro-3-phenonyphenyl) menthyl-3-(2,2-dimethylcycolopropainecarboxulate 20%" What does the term "Cyfulthrin" represent" A.) The brand name. B.) The chemical name. C.) The common name.

C.) The common name.

Who is responsible for developing SDSs for pesticides and providing them on request? A.) The EPA. B.) WPS. C.) The product manufacture.

C.) The product manufacture.

Safety Data Sheets (SDS's)

Documents that accompany hazardous chemicals and substances and outline the dangers, composition, safe handling, and disposal of these items. Safety Data Sheets must be formatted to conform to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS), which mandates that SDS have 16 standardized sections arranged in a strict order.

Registration Review:

EPA periodically reevaluates pesticides to ensure that products in the marketplace can still be used safely as policies and practices change.

Growth regulators are not pesticides and therefore are not regulated by FIFRA. True or false.

False

The Endanger Species Act does what?

It makes it illegal to kill, harm, or collect endangered or threatened wildlife, fish, or to remove endangered endangered plants from areas of federal jurisdiction.

Key Pests are: A.) Pests that will cause major problems unless successfully managed. B.) Become prevalent after control actions have been taken to control key pests C.) Become troublesome once in a while because of their lifecycles, environmental influences, or as a result of human activities.

Pests that will cause major problems unless successfully managed

economic threshold

Point at which the economic loss caused by pest damage outweighs the cost of applying a pesticide.

A Special Local Need Registration (SLN) allows

States to expand or limit the use of certain registered pesticides within their jurisdiction.

Abiotic Factors

The natural control measures within the environment that injure or destroy plants and animals including pests.

Specific Action Statements:

Usually follow the rout of entry and give the precautions and PPE necessary.

Selective pesticide:

a pesticide that targets a narrow range of organisms that may be toxic to some pests but harmless to others.

pesticide tolerance

maximum amount of pesticide residue that can be in or on each treated food crop

Economic Injury Level (EIL)

the pest population density that causes losses equal to the cost of control measures