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Pesticide Applicator Exam (Latest Update 2025 / 2026) Certification Core Questions and Answers | Grade A | 100% Correct
Question:
Which statement is true about respiratory protection?
- Air-purifying respirators supply additional oxygen.
- All respirators are approved by the EPA.
- Filters are classified on the basis of oil degradation resistance and filter
- Non-powered particulate respirators use a fan to help draw air through a
efficiency.
cartridge.
Answer:
C
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Question:
Which statement is true about replacing reusable PPE?
- Reusable items need to be replaced only at the end of the work season.
- Gloves generally last longer than footwear, aprons, headgear, and protective
- Glove replacement is a high priority.
- If PPE is starting to thin out, it can be reused as long as there are no holes.
suits.
Answer:
C
Question:
What should you do with clothing made of cotton or polyester that has been heavily contaminated with pesticides labeled with the signal word DANGER-
POISON, DANGER, OR WARNING?
- Discard such items in a hazardous waste collection site.
- Discard items with regular trash.
- Launder the items separately from other clothing using two entire wash
- Launder the items separately using one wash cycle, and line dry.
cycles.
Answer:
A 2 / 3
Question:
Which practice would help prevent groundwater or surface water contamination?
- Eliminate grass strips that are between treated fields and streams.
- Store and mix herbicides around abandoned wells.
- Select pesticides that tightly adsorb to soil and are not persistent.
- Apply pesticides broadly over large areas.
Answer:
C
Question:
Which statement is true about factors affecting spray drift?
- Ground applications usually produce more spray drift than aerial
- High rates of evaporation and high temperatures reduce drift.
- For reducing drift potential, spraying at midday is usually best.
- Spraying during temperature inversions can result in significant long-
applications.
distance drift.
Answer:
D
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