Pesticide Core Exam Study Guide: Practice Questions and Answers

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

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

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

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

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

Records of application must be kept for a minimum of a) 5 years by termite applicators and for 3 years by other commercial applicators b) 4 years c) 1 year

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

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

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

What are regulations

Define reentry time

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

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

What is the purpose of the tolerance program

The regulations interpreting the transportation safety act are contained in 49 CFR. What do they contain?

What federal agency determines what species are endangered

Who ultimately bears the responsibility of protecting endangered species from pesticides

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

In an LD50 equal to 68 mg/kg the 68 mg refers to the a) pesticide b) soil sample c) test organism d) food sample

The oral LD50 level which represents a highly toxic pesticide is a) 640 mg/kg b) 5800 mg/kg c) 46 mg/kg d) 380 mg/kg

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

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

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

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

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

Low toxicity is indicated by Low LD50. T/F

Acute toxicity is a measure of how harmful or poisonous a pesticide is to an animal from a single exposure. T/F

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Alcohol and barbiturates should be included in the first aid supplies if certain pesticide applicators. T/F

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Dangerous exposure to pesticides by the applicator can occur during measuring and mixing as well as application. T/F

Storing pesticides inside the car or truck cab is not hazardous if the applicator is the only person using the vehicle. T/F

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

Some gloves offer no protection to pesticide exposure, and can even be more hazardous than working with bare hands. Which shouldnt be used a) rubber b) neoprene c) leather

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

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

The protective safety equipment listed on the label for the use of the applicator is not needed during measuring and weighing. T/F

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