{"id":111371,"date":"2023-08-03T19:13:21","date_gmt":"2023-08-03T19:13:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/learnexams.com\/blog\/?p=111371"},"modified":"2023-08-03T19:22:54","modified_gmt":"2023-08-03T19:22:54","slug":"pesticide-applicators-practice-exam-questions-and-answers-2023-verified-answers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.learnexams.com\/blog\/2023\/08\/03\/pesticide-applicators-practice-exam-questions-and-answers-2023-verified-answers\/","title":{"rendered":"Pesticide Applicators Practice Exam Questions and Answers 2023 (Verified Answers)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
1)<\/strong><\/td>Using barriers to prevent pests from getting into an area is an example of which type of pest management method?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Biological control<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Mechanical control<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Chemical control<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Physical control<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>87% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
2)<\/strong><\/td>Lowering the humidity of stored grains and other food products to reduce damage from a mold is an example of which type of pest management method?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Biological<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Mechanical<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Physical\/environmental modification<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>None of the above<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>75% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
3)<\/strong><\/td>Which statement is true about biological control methods?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Modifying the environment to enhance natural enemies is a recommended practice in biological control<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Biological control involves the importation of exotic pests to control natural enemies<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>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 the more toxic pesticides<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>None of the above<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>81% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
4)<\/strong><\/td>Sealing cracks and crevices and small openings in buildings is an example of which type of mechanical control method?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Exclusion<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Trapping<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Cultivation<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>None of the above<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>89% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
5)<\/strong><\/td>Which statement is true about cultural control practices?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Trapping is an important cultural control practice<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Sanitation is not considered a cultural practice<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Cultural practices alter the environment, the condition of the host, or the behavior of the pest to prevent or suppress an infestation<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>None of the above<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>84% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
6)<\/strong><\/td>Which statement is true about regulatory pest control?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Pests that pose a serious health threat are rarely regulated by federal and state agencies.<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Airports and ocean ports are monitored by pest quarantine regulatory agencies<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Entry of pests across state lines is not regulated<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>All of the above<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>89% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
7)<\/strong><\/td>Which statement is true about pest management strategies in IPM?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>The goal is often to maintain pest damage at economically acceptable levels<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Eradication is never the goal of an IPM program<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Pesticides are not included in an IPM strategy<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>None of the above<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>68% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
8)<\/strong><\/td>Which would be considered a preventive pest management strategy?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Releasing natural enemies to help reduce pest populations<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Removing from an area a pest that is a public health concern<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Planting weed and disease free sod<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Both A and C<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>58% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
9)<\/strong><\/td>Which statement is true about action thresholds?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>The IPM technician needs to implement control measures below the action threshold level<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>The action threshold for a pest may be set at a zero pest population density<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>In an urban landscape, action thresholds are usually more related to econoimcs than aesthetics<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Both A and c<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>84% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
10)<\/strong><\/td>Which federal agency is responsible for registering or licensing pesticide products for use in the United States?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Food and Drug Administration (FDA)<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>None of the above<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>58% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
11)<\/strong><\/td>Which federal law governs the establishment of pesticide tolerances for food and feed products?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA)<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA)<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Food Quality Protection Act (FQPA)<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>None of the above<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>73% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
12)<\/strong><\/td>Which statement about FIFRA is false?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>State restrictions on pesticides can be more liberal than those of FIFRA<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Approved pesticide labels have the force of law<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>The EPA has the authority to remove pesticide products from the market<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>None of the above<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>71% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
13)<\/strong><\/td>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:<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>10 or more acres of land or 1 or more acres of water<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>5 or more acres of land or 1 or more acres of water<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>7 or more acres of land or 2 or more acres of water<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>None of the above<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>66% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
14)<\/strong><\/td>Which statement about the requirements of the FQPA is true?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>For setting new standards, the FQPA considers aggregate exposures to pesticides but not cumulative exposures<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>The FQPA does not require review of older pesticides with established residue tolerances on food<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Testing of pesticides for endocrine disruption potential is require under the FQPA<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>All of the above<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>98% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
15)<\/strong><\/td>Both civil and criminal penalties can be assessed for FIFRA violations<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>True<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>False<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>73% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
16)<\/strong><\/td>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?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>An emergency exemption<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Use a restricted use pesticide<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>A minimum risk pesticide classification<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>None of the above<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>63% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
17)<\/strong><\/td>The active ingredient is Lorsban 75WG is listed as chlorpyrifos: 0,0-diethyl 0-(3,5,6-trichloro 2-pyridinyl) phosphorothioate.  What does the term “chlorpyrifos” represent?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>The brand name<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>The chemical name<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>The common name<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>None of the above<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>73% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
18)<\/strong><\/td>Which statement about pesticide label names and ingredients is true?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>The active ingredients and the inert ingredients must be listed by chemical name.<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Various manufacturers use different trade names, even though the products contain the same active ingredient.<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>The common names are those accepted officially by the manufacturer<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>None of the above<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>82% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
19)<\/strong><\/td>What is the purpose of the signal word?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>To give the user an indication of the relative acute toxicity of the product to humans and animals.<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Informs the user of what type of PPE to wear<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Informs the user of how toxic the pesticide is to wildlife and the environment<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>None of the above<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>87% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
20)<\/strong><\/td> 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?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Danger<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Warning<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Caution<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Prevention<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>77% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
21)<\/strong><\/td>The statement “Do not breathe vapors or spray mist” is an example of:<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>A specific action statement<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>A statement of practical treatment<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>A route of entry statement<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>None of the above<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>83% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
22)<\/strong><\/td>Which is true about statements of practical treatment?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>They are not associated with signal words<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>All DANGER labels contain a note to physicians describing appropriate medical procedures<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Statements about inducing vomiting are not found on the label<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>All of the above<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>89% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
23)<\/strong><\/td>The names “Sevin 5G” on a pesticide label indicates:<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>A granular pesticide with 5 percent inert ingredients<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>A granular pesticide with 5 percent active ingredients<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>A gel pecticide with 5 percent inert ingredients<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>None of the above<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>62% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
24)<\/strong><\/td>Which is the pesticide formulation process by which solid particles are dispersed in a liquid?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Suspension<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Emulsion<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Solution<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Mixture<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>61% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
25)<\/strong><\/td>Which liquid pesticide formulation consists of a small amount of active ingredient (often 1 percent or less per unit volume) dissolved in an organic solvent?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Emulsifiable concentrate (EC)<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Ready to use low concentrate solutions (RTU)<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Ultra low volume (ULV)<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>None of the above<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>62% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
26)<\/strong><\/td>Which liquid pesticide formulation may approach 100 percent active ingredient?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Emulsifiable concentrate (EC)<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Aerosols (A)<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Ultra low volume (ULV)<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>All of the above<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>73% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
27)<\/strong><\/td>Which is a disadvantage of both EC and ULV formulations?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Solvents may cause rubber or plastic hoses, gaskets, and pump parts and surfaces to deteriorate<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Contribute to abrasive wear of nozzles and pumps<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Require constant agitation to keep in suspension<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>None of the above<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>74% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
28)<\/strong><\/td>Which type of dry\/solid pesticide formulation consists of particles that are the same weight and shape?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Dusts<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Granules<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Pellets<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>All of the above<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>90% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
29)<\/strong><\/td>Which is an advantage of microencapsulated materials?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>They pose few hazards to bees<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Delayed or slow release of the active ingredient prolongs its effectiveness<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Their pesticidal activity is independent of weather conditions<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>None of the above<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>80% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
30)<\/strong><\/td>Which type of adjuvant increases the viscosity of spray mixtures?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Stickers<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Thickeners<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Extenders<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>All of the above<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>81% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
31)<\/strong><\/td>The capacity of a pesticide to cause short term (acute) or long term (chronic) injury is referred to as its:<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Toxicity<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Exposure<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Hazard<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>All of the above<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>72% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
32)<\/strong><\/td>Which statement is false about harmful effects of pesticides?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>The most common form of pesticide injury is by inhalation<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Fumigants can cause severe blisters<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Many herbicides and fungicides cause dermatitis<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>None of the above<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>63% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
33)<\/strong><\/td>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?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Danger – Poison<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Danger<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Warning<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>None of the above<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>60% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
34)<\/strong><\/td>What is the purpose of routine or emergency cholinesterase monitoring?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>To enable a physician to recognize the occurrence of excessive exposure to organophosphate and carbamate insecticides<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>To enable a physician to recognize the occurrence of excessive exposure to pyrethroid insecticides<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>To enable the pesticide handler to know when he\/she has been overexposed to restricted use pesticides<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>All of the above<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>94% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
35)<\/strong><\/td>Which statement is true about heat stress?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Wearing lots of PPE prevents heat stress<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Less than 10 percent of people affected by severe heat stroke die<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Lack of sweat is a symptom of heat stroke<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>None of the above<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>78% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
36)<\/strong><\/td>Which statement is false about first aid response for pesticide exposure to the eye?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Hold the eye open and immediately begin gently washing the eye with drips of clean water<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>The water should be dripped directly into the eye, don’t use an eyewash dispenser<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Continuously rinse the eye for 15 minutes<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>All of the above<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>91% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
37)<\/strong><\/td>Which statement is true about PPE as required by the label?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>You should not wear more PPE than the label requires<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Sometimes a label has different PPE requirements for pesticide handlers and early entry workers<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>You are not required to wear all the PPE listed on the label<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>None of the above<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>86% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
38)<\/strong><\/td>Which statement is true about PPE chemical resistance?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>The ability of a given material to protect an individual from a pesticide product is largely a function of the type of solvent used to formulate the pesticide product<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Cloth is easy ot clean after it becomes contaminated with a pesticide, or it can be inexpensively disposed of after each use<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Cotton, leather, and cavas are chemically resistant to dry formulations<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>All of the above<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>85% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
39)<\/strong><\/td>Which parts of the body are the most likely to be exposed to pesticides?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>The hands and forearms<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>The chest and forearms<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>The eyes and lungs<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>All of the above<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>85% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
40)<\/strong><\/td>According to the Worker Protection Standard, what must the pesticide handler have access to if the label requires goggles for eye protection?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>A full faceshield to cover the goggles<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>An eyewash dispenser<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>A full face respirator<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>None of the above<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>88% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
41)<\/strong><\/td>According to EPA criteria, what type of respirator must you wear when applying liquid pesticide products from Toxicity Class I?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Use and air supplying respirator<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Use a self contained breathing apparatus<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Use a NIOSH approved respirator with an organic vapor cartridge or canister with any N, R, P, or 100 series prefilter<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>96% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
42)<\/strong><\/td>Which statement is true about washing contaminated PPE?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Wash a full load of PPE items at a time<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Use cold water and one wash cycle<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>After washing the items, run the washer through at least one additional entire cycle without clothing<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>82% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
43)<\/strong><\/td>Which property of a pesticide would make it more likely to move with water in surface runoff?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>High solubility<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>High adsorption<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>High volatility<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>94% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
44)<\/strong><\/td>Which statement is true about groundwater or surface water contaminated by pesticides?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Pesticides cannot reach groundwater by runoff<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Runoff and erosion are sources of surface water contamination by pesticides<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Pesticide contaminated surface water will not reach groundwater<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>78% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
45)<\/strong><\/td>Which is an example of non-point-source contamination of groundwater?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Leaching from a pesticide mixing area<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Pesticides that dissolve and leach through soil after it rains<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Dumping leftover pesticide products down a well<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>86% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
46)<\/strong><\/td>Under what soil conditions are pesticides more likely to leach through the soil?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>A heavy clay soil, low in organic matter, where groundwater is shallow<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>A sandy soil, high in organic matter, where groundwater is deep<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>A sandy soil, low in organic matter, where groundwater is shallow<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>76% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
47)<\/strong><\/td>Which is a recommended best management practice for preventing contamination of surface and groundwater by pesticides?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Use pesticides that are highly water soluble<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Use terrace and conservation tillage practices<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Clean sprayers near sinkholes<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>91% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
48)<\/strong><\/td>What two things should pesticide applicators be MOST aware of to avoid spray drift?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Droplet size and wind directions and speed<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Air stability and temperature<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Temperature and pesticide volatility<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>90% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
49)<\/strong><\/td>Which statement about transporting pesticides is true?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Carry hazardous pesticides in the passenger compartment of a vehicle to prevent unauthorized access<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Enclosed cargo boxes offer the greatest protection but are not always practical<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Operators of vehicles that transport hazardous materials are not required to have any special traning, only a commercial driver’s license<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>94% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
50)<\/strong><\/td>Which statement about pesticide storage facilities is true?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Carefully consider soil and land surface characterisitics when selecting a storage site to prevent potential contamination of water sources<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>If pesticides are stored in a small, locked cabinet or closet, it is not necessary to post warning signs<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Store pesticides in a warm, airtight environment<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>87% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
51)<\/strong><\/td>What is the first thing you should do if you notice a damaged pesticide container?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Put on appropriate personal protective equipment<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Transfer the contents into another sturdy container that can be tightly closed<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Use the pesticide immediately at a site and at a rate allowed by the label<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>85% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
52)<\/strong><\/td>Which practice for minimizing storage problems is not recommended?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Buy large quantities of pesticides to reduce costs and ensure that the chemicals you use are available when you need them.<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Keep records of previous usage to make good estimates of future needs<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Mark each pesticide container with the purchase date, and keep an inventory of all pesticides in storage<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>85% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
53)<\/strong><\/td>To prevent damage to pesticide labels, you may use transparent tape or a coating of lacquer or polyurethane to protect them<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>True<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>False<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>97% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
54)<\/strong><\/td>Which statement about emergency response planning is true?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Your emergency response plan should reflect only the off season inventory of pesticides stored at your facility<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>In the event of an emergency, the first person you should contact is your attorney<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>It is important to keep with your emergency list an outline of the information that should be passed along during an emergency notification call<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>82% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
55)<\/strong><\/td>Which is not a recommended action to take in the event of a fire involving pesticides?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Construct dikes to contain contaminated runoff water<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Notify the fire department and inform the firefighters of the nature of the pesticides involved<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Use water jets to put out the pesticide fire<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>78% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
56)<\/strong><\/td>What is the backbone of any emergency response plan?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Outlining the sequence of actions to take in a crisis<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Having a pesticide inventory readily available<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Knowing where copies of labels and material safety data sheets are kept<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>96% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
57)<\/strong><\/td>Determining when to apply a pesticide includes consideration of:<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>The life cycle of the pest and weather conditions<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>The percent active ingredient<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>The need for additives or adjuvants<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>73% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
58)<\/strong><\/td>The directions for use on a pesticide label indicate:<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>The various crops or areas on which the pesticide may be legally used<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>The disposal of pesticide waste<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>The environmental, physical, and chemical hazards<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>60% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
59)<\/strong><\/td>When two or more pesticides mixed together form a putty or paste, separate into layers, or look like cottage cheese, it is an example of:<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Chemical incompatibility<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Placement incompatibility<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Physical incompatibility<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>64% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
60)<\/strong><\/td>What is the usual order for tank mixing pesticides?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Fill tank one fifth to one half full with carrier, add suspension products, add emulsion products, add solution products, add surfactants if needed, and add compatibility agent if needed<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Fill tank one fifth to one half full with carrier, add compatibility agent if needed, add suspension products, add solution products, add surfactants if needed, and add emulsion products<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Fill the thank one fifth to one half full with carrier, add suspension products, add emulsion products, add solution products, add compatibility agent if needed, and add surfactants if needed<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>77% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
61)<\/strong><\/td>Which statement about the proper technique for opening pesticide containers is true?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>You should tear open paper or cardboard container carefully<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Leave the container open until you are done mixing pesticides for the day<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Use a sharp knife or scissors to open paper or cardboard containers<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>77% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
62)<\/strong><\/td>Which statement about pesticide equipment cleanup is false?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Leave pesticide residues in the spray tank when changing products<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>When getting ready to store your sprayer, add some lightweight oil to the tank before the final flushing<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Sprayers should be thoroughly rinsed with a water detergent solution for several minutes<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>87% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
63)<\/strong><\/td>Which statement about pesticide rinsates is true?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Rinsates may be applied to labeled target sites at or below labeled rates<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Dispose of rinsates by pouring them down a sink or drain<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Rinsates continaing strong cleaning agents may be reused in pesticide mixtures<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>94% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
64)<\/strong><\/td>Which type of pesticide application procedure involves the uniform application of a pesticide to an entire area or field?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Broadcast application<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Band application<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Basal application<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>89% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
65)<\/strong><\/td>Which statement about containment pads is true?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Pads make spill cleanup more difficult<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Pads should be made of permeable materials<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Pads should be used where large quantities of pesticides are handled or mixed<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>82% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
66)<\/strong><\/td>Which statement about sprayer nozzles is true?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Coarse sized droplets supply maximum coverage of the target<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Brass tips should be used when applying abrasive materials<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Nozzle material should be selected base on the pesticide formulation<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>97% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
67)<\/strong><\/td>You have calibrated your equipment to spray 50 gallons per acre.  You need to spray one acre.  The label calls for 3 pounds of formulation per 100 gallons of water.  How much formulation should you add to the tank in order to make 50 gallons of finished spray?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>1.5 pounds<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>3 pounds<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>2 pounds<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Unanswered<\/strong><\/td>72% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
68)<\/strong><\/td>According to FIFRA, what is the minimum standard for direct supervision of a pesticide application by uncertified individuals?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>The application is done by a competent person with the certified applicator present at the time and place the pesticide is applied<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>The application is done by a competent person acting under the instruction and control of a certified aplicator who is available if and when needed<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>The application is done by a person who has passed a competency exam<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Incorrect<\/strong><\/td>80% got this correct<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
69)<\/strong><\/td>Which would be an appropriate way to describe a relatively low toxicity pesticide product to the customer?<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Environmentally friendly<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Non toxic  <\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Use with caution<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Using barriers to prevent pests from getting into an area is an example of which type of pest management method?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Chemical control.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Biological control<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Genetic control.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Mechanical control. (correct answer, your response)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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    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?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • Physical\/environmental modification. (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Mechanical.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Biological.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Regulatory pest control.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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      Which would be considered a preventive pest management strategy?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      • Planting weed- and disease-free seed. (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Eliminating rodents from a commercial food establishment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Releasing natural enemies to help reduce pest populations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Removing from an area a pest that is a public health concern.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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        Which statement is true about cultural control practices?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        • Sanitation is not considered a cultural practice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Cultural practices alter the environment, the condition of the host, or the behavior of the pest to prevent or suppress an infestation. (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Trapping is an important cultural control practice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Cultural controls involve the release of parasites and predators found in foreign countries.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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          Which statement is true about biological control methods?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          • Modifying the environment to enhance natural enemies is a recommended practice in biological control. (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Biological control involves the importation of exotic pests to control natural enemies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • 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 the more toxic pesticides.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Using several cultural practices and a wide variety of pesticides works best in biological control.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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            Which statement is true about regulatory pest control?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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            • Entry of pests across state lines is not regulated.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Pests that pose a serious public health threat are rarely regulated by federal and state agencies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Airports and ocean ports are monitored by pest quarantine regulatory agencies. (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Pests that are to be eradicated are rarely under quarantine restrictions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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              Which statement about the requirements of the FQPA is true?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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              • For setting new standards, the FQPA considers aggregate exposures to pesticides but not cumulative exposures.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • The FQPA does not consider additional safety standards to account for exposure risks to infants and children.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • The FQPA does not require review of older pesticides with established residue tolerances on food.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Testing of pesticides for endocrine disruption potential is required under the FQPA. (correct answer)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                Which federal law requires that all pesticides meet new safety standards?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                • Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Food Quality Protection Act (FQPA). (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Worker Protection Standard (WPS).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                  Which federal agency is responsible for registering or licensing pesticide products for use in the United States?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                  • U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Food and Drug Administration (FDA).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                    Both civil and criminal penalties can be assessed for FIFRA violations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                    • True (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    • False<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                      Which statement about FIFRA is false?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                      • The EPA has the authority to remove pesticide products from the market.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      • State restrictions on pesticides can be more liberal than those of FIFRA. (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      • FIFRA regulates the registration and licensing of pesticide products.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      • Approved pesticide labels have the force of law.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                        Which federal law governs the establishment of pesticide tolerances for food and feed products?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                        • Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        • Food Quality Protection Act (FQPA).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        • Worker Protection Standard (WPS).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        • Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA). (correct answer)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                          Which of the following sections under FIFRA exempts from registration pesticides considered to pose minimum risk?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                          • Section 3.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          • Section 18.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          • Section 25 (b). (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          • Section 24 (c).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                            Which statement about pesticide label names and ingredients is true?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                            • The common names are those accepted officially by the manufacturer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                            • The active ingredients and the inert ingredients must be listed by chemical name.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                            • Inert ingredients are responsible for the pesticidal activity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                            • Various manufacturers use different trade names, even though the products contain the same active ingredient. (correct answer)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                              The statement \u201cDo not breathe vapors or spray mist\u201d is an example of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                              • A route of entry statement.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                              • A protective clothing statement.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                              • A specific action statement. (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                              • A statement of practical treatment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                Who is responsible for developing MSDSs on specific chemicals and providing them on request?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                • The EPA.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                • The USDA.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                • OSHA.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                • The product manufacturer. (correct answer)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                  Directions for mixing and loading a pesticide are usually found under:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                  • Environmental hazards.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                  • The agricultural use requirements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                  • Precautionary statements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                  • The directions for use. (correct answer)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                    The active ingredient in Lorsban 75WG is listed as chlorpyrifos: 0,0-diethyl 0-(3,5,6- trichloro 2-pyridinyl) phosphorothioate. What does the term \u201cchlorpyrifos\u201d represent?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                    • The brand name.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                    • The registered trade name.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                    • The common name. (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                    • The chemical name.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                      Which liquid pesticide formulation may approach 100 percent active ingredient?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                      • Ready-to-use low-concentrate solutions (RTU).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                      • Aerosols (A).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                      • Ultra-low volume (ULV). (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                      • Emulsifiable concentrate (EC).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                        Which type of adjuvant increases the viscosity of spray mixtures?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                        • Extenders.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                        • Plant penetrants.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                        • Stickers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                        • Thickeners. (correct answer)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                          Which dry\/solid formulation is mixed in water and reduces the risk of inhalation exposure during mixing and loading?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                          • Soluble powders (SP).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                          • Water-dispersable granules (WDG) or dry flowables (DF). (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                          • Dusts (D).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                          • Wettable powders (WP).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                            Which is a disadvantage of both EC and ULV formulations?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                                              \n
                                            • Require constant agitation to keep in suspension.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                            • Difficult to handle, transport, and store.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                            • Solvents may cause rubber or plastic hoses, gaskets, and pump parts and surfaces to deteriorate. (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                            • Contribute to abrasive wear of nozzles and pumps.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                              Which is an advantage of microencapsulated materials?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                              • Delayed or slow release of the active ingredient prolongs its effectiveness. (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                              • They pose few hazards to bees.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                              • They usually require only short restricted entry intervals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                              • Their pesticidal activity is independent of weather conditions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                Which liquid pesticide formulation consists of a small amount of active ingredient (often 1 percent or less per unit volume) dissolved in an organic solvent?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                • Ultra-low volume (ULV).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                • Flowables (F)\/liquids (L).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                • Emulsifiable concentrate (EC).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                • Ready-to-use low-concentrate solutions (RTU). (correct answer)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                  Which statement is false about harmful effects of pesticides?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                  • The most common form of pesticide injury is by inhalation. (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                  • Many herbicides and fungicides cause dermatitis.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                  • Asthma-like symptoms may be caused by allergies to pesticides.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                  • Fumigants can cause severe blisters.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                    Which statement is true about heat stress?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                    • Lack of sweat is a symptom of heat stroke. (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                    • Constriction of pupils is a symptom of heat stroke.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                    • Wearing lots of PPE prevents heat stress.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                    • Less than 10 percent of people affected by severe heat stroke die.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                      Which statement is true about pesticide toxicity?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                      • Manufacturers are not required to include chronic toxicity warning statements on product labels; only acute toxicity warnings are included.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                      • A pesticide with an oral LD50 of 250 mg\/kg is more toxic than a pesticide with an LD50 of 5 mg\/kg.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                      • Cholinesterase inhibition due to exposure to organophosphate or carbamate insecticides can cause acute or delayed effects. (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                      • Delayed effects occur only after a single acute toxicity exposure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                        Which statement is true about pesticide exposure routes?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                        • The palms and forearms absorb more pesticides than the warm, moist areas of the body.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                        • Oil-based liquid pesticide formulations, such as emulsifiable concentrates, do not absorb through the skin.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                        • Some products that cause systemic injury are as toxic when absorbed through the skin as when they are swallowed. (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                        • Evidence indicates that about 97 percent of all body exposure to pesticides during a spraying operation is by inhalation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                          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?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                          • CAUTION.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                          • WARNING.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                          • DANGER. (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                          • DANGER\u2014POISON.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                            When should a blood test for baseline cholinesterase be done?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                            • Baseline testing should be done about halfway through the application season to measure the average amount of pesticide exposure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                            • Baseline testing should be done during the time of year when pesticides are not being used or within one week of the most recent exposure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                            • Baseline testing should be done during the time of year when pesticide use is the greatest and at least 14 days into the application season.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                            • Baseline testing should be done during the time of year when pesticides are not being used or at least 30 days from the most recent exposure. (correct answer)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                              What is the purpose of the fit check?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                              • To select the right size respirator for the user.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                              • To see if you can taste or smell any substance leaking into the mask.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                              • To measure respirator fit by comparing the dust concentration in the surrounding air with the dust concentration inside the respirator.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                              • To make sure you have a tight-fitting seal with no leakages each time you use the respirator. (correct answer)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                According to EPA criteria, what type of respirator must you wear when applying liquid pesticide products from Toxicity Class I?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                • Use a NIOSH-approved respirator with an organic vapor (OV) cartridge or canister with any N, R, P, or 100 series prefilter. (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                • Use an air-supplying respirator (NIOSH TC-19C).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                • Use a NIOSH-approved respirator with any N, R, P, or 100 series prefilter.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                • Use a self-contained breathing apparatus (NIOSH TC-13F).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                  Which parts of the body are the mostly likely to be exposed to pesticides?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                  • The eyes and lungs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                  • The hands and forearms. (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                  • The feet and legs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                  • The chest and forearms.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                    According to the Worker Protection Standard, what must the pesticide handler have access to if the label requires goggles for eye protection?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                    • An eyewash dispenser. (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                    • A full faceshield to cover the goggles.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                    • A full-face respirator.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                    • A half-face respirator.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                      Which statement is true about PPE as required by the label?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                      • Sometimes a label has different PPE requirements for pesticide handlers and early-entry workers. (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                      • You should not wear more PPE than the label requires.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                      • You are not required to wear all the PPE listed on the label.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                      • Wearing the PPE listed on the label ensures that you will not be exposed to pesticides.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                        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?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                                                                          \n
                                                                        • Barrier laminate or butyl rubber. (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                        • Natural rubber or polyethylene.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                        • Polyvinyl chloride or vitron.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                        • Nitrile rubber or neoprene rubber.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                          What two things should pesticide applicators be most aware of to avoid spray drift?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                          • Air stability and temperature.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                          • Temperature and pesticide volatility.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                          • Viscosity of liquid pesticides and air turbulence.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                          • Droplet size and wind direction and speed. (correct answer)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                            Which statement about sensitive areas is true?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                            • Do not spray a larger target site if it contains a sensitive area.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                            • Never spray a sensitive area to control a pest for any reason.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                            • Endangered species habitats are not considered sensitive areas.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                            • Pesticide labels may contain statements that list special precautions around sensitive areas. (correct answer)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                              Which is a recommended best management practice for preventing contamination of surface and groundwater by pesticides?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                              • Clean sprayers near sinkholes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                              • Use pesticides that are highly water soluble.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                              • Use terrace and conservation tillage practices. (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                              • Select persistent pesticides.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                Which is an example of non-point-source contamination of groundwater?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                • Dumping leftover pesticide products down a well.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                • Back-siphoning of pesticide spills at a wellhead.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                • Leaching from a pesticide mixing area.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                • Pesticides that dissolve and leach through soil after it rains. (correct answer)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                  What two things should pesticide applicators be most aware of to avoid vapor drift?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                  • Viscosity of liquid pesticides and air turbulence.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                  • Temperature and pesticide volatility. (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                  • Air stability and temperature.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                  • Droplet size and wind direction and speed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                    Which property of a pesticide would make it more likely to move with water in surface runoff?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                    • A tendency to evaporate quickly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                    • High solubility. (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                    • High adsorption.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                    • High volatility.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                      What is the first thing you should do if you notice a damaged pesticide container?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                      • Clean up any spilled chemical.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                      • Use the pesticide immediately at a site and at a rate allowed by the label.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                      • Put on appropriate personal protective equipment. (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                      • Transfer the contents into another sturdy container that can be tightly closed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                        What is the first step a business should take to develop a sound pesticide security program?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                        • Employee training in security awareness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                        • Risk assessment. (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                        • Coordination with authorities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                        • Evaluation of pesticide security.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                          Which statement about transporting pesticides is true?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                          • Carry hazardous pesticides in the passenger compartment of a vehicle to prevent unauthorized access.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                          • Enclosed cargo boxes offer the greatest protection but are not always practical. (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                          • The operator is not held responsible if a pesticide spill or accident occurs because the vehicle was left unattended.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                          • Operators of vehicles that transport hazardous materials are not required to have any special training, only a commercial driver\u2019s license.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                            Which practice for minimizing storage problems is not recommended?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                                                                                              \n
                                                                                            • Buy large quantities of pesticides to reduce costs and ensure that the chemicals you use are available when you need them. (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                            • Mark each pesticide container with the purchase date, and keep an inventory of all pesticides in storage.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                            • Be sure to note if the product has an effective shelf life listed on the label.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                            • Keep records of previous usage to make good estimates of future needs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                              Which would not be considered a good security practice?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                              • Replacing employees often with new personnel. (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                              • Preventing access to equipment used in mixing, loading, or applying pesticides.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                              • Instructing employees on pesticide inventory control.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                              • Reporting suspicious behavior to the FBI.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                                What is the backbone of any emergency response plan?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                                • Keeping an inventory of emergency equipment and supplies on site.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                • Outlining the sequence of actions to take in a crisis. (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                • Knowing where copies of labels and material safety data sheets are kept.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                • Having a pesticide inventory readily available.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                                  Which statement is true about proper cleanup procedures for pesticide spills?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                                  • Use bleach and lime together to clean up spill areas.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                  • Sweep up the absorbed chemical and place it in a steel or fiber drum lined with a heavyduty plastic bag. (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                  • Use charcoal briquets to reduce soil contamination and subsequent plant damage.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                  • Remove the top 1 inch of soil to decontaminate soil saturated with a pesticide.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                                    Which is not a recommended action to take in the event of a fire involving pesticides?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                                                                                                      \n
                                                                                                    • Construct dikes to contain contaminated runoff water.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                    • Notify the fire department and inform the firefighters of the nature of the pesticides involved.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                    • Contain small fires with fog, foam, or dry powder.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                    • Use water jets to put out the pesticide fire. (correct answer)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                                      Which statement about emergency response planning is true?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                                      • It is important to keep with your emergency list an outline of the information that should be passed along during an emergency notification call. (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                      • In the event of an emergency, the first person to contact would be your attorney.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                      • As long as you have an emergency response plan at your facility, it is not necessary to designate an emergency response coordinator.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                      • Your emergency response plan should reflect only the off-season inventory of pesticides stored at your facility.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                                        Which statement about the proper technique for opening pesticide containers is true?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                                        • Leave the container open until you are done mixing pesticides for the day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                        • Put on the appropriate PPE after the containers have been opened.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                        • You should tear open paper or cardboard containers carefully.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                        • Use a sharp knife or scissors to open paper or cardboard containers. (correct answer)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                                          Which statement about cleaning and disposing of pesticide containers is true?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                                          • When rinsing pesticide containers, pour the rinsate down the drain.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                          • Containers must be disposed of in accordance with label directions and federal, state, and local laws and regulations. (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                          • Pesticide containers that cannot be recycled or returned to the manufacturer should be reused.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                          • Do not puncture rinsed pesticide containers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                                            The directions for use on a pesticide label indicate:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                                            • The environmental, physical, and chemical hazards.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                            • Treatment procedures in case of exposure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                            • The disposal of pesticide waste.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                            • The various crops or areas on which the pesticide may be legally used. (correct answer)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                                              Which statement about pesticide equipment cleanup is false?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                                              • Several commercial pesticide tank-cleaning compounds are available.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                              • Sprayers should be thoroughly rinsed with a water-detergent solution for several minutes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                              • When getting ready to store your sprayer, add some lightweight oil to the tank before the final flushing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                              • Leave pesticide residues in the spray tank when changing products. (correct answer)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                                                What is the usual order for tank mixing pesticides?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                                                • Fill tank one-fifth to one-half full with carrier, add suspension products, add emulsion products, add solution products, add compatibility agent (if needed), add surfactants (if needed).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                                • Fill tank one-fifth to one-half full with carrier, add surfactants (if needed), add suspension products, add emulsion products, add solution products, add compatibility agent (if needed).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                                • Fill tank one-fifth to one-half full with carrier, add suspension products, add emulsion products, add solution products, add surfactants (if needed), add compatibility agent (if needed).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                                • Fill tank one-fifth to one-half full with carrier, add compatibility agent (if needed), add suspension products, add solution products, add surfactants (if needed), add emulsion products. (correct answer)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                                                  Determining when to apply a pesticide includes consideration of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                                                  • The percent active ingredient.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                                  • What safety measures you should follow.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                                  • The need for additives or adjuvants.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                                  • The life cycle of the pest and weather conditions. (correct answer)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                                                    You are applying a pesticide to a circular area with a 20-foot diameter: What is the area?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                                                                                                                      \n
                                                                                                                    • 128 square feet.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                                    • 628 square feet.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                                    • 314 square feet. (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                                    • 400 square feet.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                                                      Which statement about granular applicators is true?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                                                      • Ground speed has no effect on the application rate.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                                      • They do not require calibration.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                                      • In a rotary spreader, lighter granules are thrown farther than heavy ones.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                                      • Drop spreaders are preferred over rotary spreaders when more precise placement of the pesticide is desired. (correct answer)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                                                        Which statement about sprayer nozzles is true?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                                                        • Coarse-sized droplets supply maximum coverage of the target.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                                        • Nozzle material should be selected based on the pesticide formulation. (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                                        • Brass tips should be used when applying abrasive materials.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                                        • A nozzle that primarily produces fine droplets is usually selected to minimize off-target drift.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                                                          Which type of pesticide application would you use to control cockroaches inside of buildings?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                                                          • Band application.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                                          • Crack and crevice application. (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                                          • Broadcast application.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                                          • Basal application.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                                                            An enclosed cab always provides enough protection from pesticide exposure to allow applicators to use less PPE than recommended on the label.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                                                            • True<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                                            • False (correct answer)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                                                              Which type of pesticide application procedure involves the uniform application of a pesticide to an entire area or field?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                                                              • Basal application.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                                              • Directed-spray application.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                                              • Band application.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                                              • Broadcast application. (correct answer)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                                                                                                                                Points earned: 0 out of 1<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                                                                                                                                Which is true about preapplication posting requirements?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                                                                • All states require residential areas to be posted before a pesticide application is made.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                                                • All states require notification of school staff members 72 hours before an application is to be made to a school.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                                                • States do not vary in the minimum notification requirements to concerned individuals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                                                • Some states maintain a registry of sensitive individuals who must be informed if a pesticide application is going to be made near them. (correct answer)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                                                                                                                                  Points earned: 0 out of 1<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                                                                                                                                  Under which set of circumstances would the certified applicator be required to be physically present at the application site?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                                                                  • If state law or the label requires it. (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                                                  • Whenever a restricted-use pesticide is applied.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                                                  • When the pesticide is being applied inside or around a public building.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                                                  • Whenever any type of pesticide is applied by an uncertified individual.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                                                                    According to FIFRA, what is the minimum standard for direct supervision of a pesticide application by uncertified individuals?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                                                                    • The application is done by a competent person with the certified applicator present at the time and place the pesticide is applied.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                                                    • The application is done by a competent person who has received a six-month training course by a certified applicator.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                                                    • The application is done by a competent person acting under the instruction and control of a certified applicator who is available if and when needed. (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                                                    • The application is done by a person who has passed a competency exam.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                                                                      Which statement about posting and notification requirements is false?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                                                                      • States and other governmental entities may require posting of treated sites immediately following a pesticide application.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                                                      • Most states require posting of and notification about pesticide applications made in agricultural areas. (correct answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                                                      • Posting usually involves placing a small plastic flag or sign in a conspicuous place to alert people to avoid treated areas.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                                                                                                      • Some states may require you to provide copies of labels and material safety data sheets at the time of application or upon request by the customer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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