7A General Pest Controls: Unit 7.
Application and Management
Equipment Questions and answers
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Name and describe one popular type of compressed-air sprayer. - CORRECT
ANSWER-The 1-gallon stainless steel sprayer. This sprayer with a multiple-spray
nozzle can apply insecticides accurately into insect harborages.
Name three commonly used sprayers in general pest control. - CORRECT
ANSWER-Compressed-air sprayers, backpack sprayers, and power sprayers.
What parts of a compressed-air sprayer should you inspect regularly? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Check the spray tank inside and out. Look for pinholes and
stripped threads. Examine the check valve and plunger cup of the pump unit for
wear and damage. Inspect the hose for cracks and soft spots. Check the nozzle
by using a spray pattern check tray.
For what types of applications might you use a pin-stream nozzle? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Crack and crevice applications. An injection tool (extension tube)
directs and narrows the stream of pesticide.
For what types of applications might you use a flat-fan nozzle? - CORRECT
ANSWER-For general or spot applications on even surfaces.
How often should you clean a compressed-air sprayer? - CORRECT ANSWER-If
you use your sprayer daily, clean it weekly. If you use it less often, clean it after
each use.
To mix insecticide concentrates, what temperature water should you put in the
spray tank? Why? - CORRECT ANSWER-Cool. Warm water helps break down
pesticides and increases their odor. Never use warm water to mix pesticide
sprays.
True or False: Backpack sprayers are a good choice to apply pesticides in homes
and small businesses. - CORRECT ANSWER-False. Backpack sprayers are
designed for continuous spraying of large areas such as commercial food
facilities and warehouses.
What are some advantages of using bait stations? - CORRECT ANSWER-These
devices are small and easy to move and place. They are designed to attract the
, target pest, not nontarget organisms. The toxin is contained, so that it is not
easily accessible to children and pets.
Name some factors that determine success in baiting for pests. - CORRECT
ANSWER-1. Know when, where, and how to place baits and bait stations.
2. Choose the baits that you know pests like to eat.
3. If using guns or other injection devices, keep the delivery tube capped when
not in use so the bait does not dry out.
4. Do not contaminate baits with spray insecticides that might make the bait less
attractive to pests.
Name at least three kinds of traps used to monitor, catch, and/or kill pests. -
CORRECT ANSWER-1. Snap (trigger) traps.
2. Live traps.
3. Glue boards.
4. Insect light traps (ILTs).
What type of pest would you be most likely to catch with a trigger trap? Where
should you place the traps? - CORRECT ANSWER-Rodents (mice and rats). Place
traps close to the walls, behind objects in dark corners, and in other areas where
rats and mice are active. Place traps so that rats and mice will pass directly over
the trigger as they follow their natural course of travel (usually close to a wall).
Why is it important to match the size of a trigger trap with the size of the target
rodent species? - CORRECT ANSWER-Using a mouse-sized snap trap to catch
rats is inappropriate and ineffective. Conversely, using a rat trap to catch mice
will lead to many sprung traps with few captures.
What is the main advantage of using glue boards to catch rodents? The main
drawback? - CORRECT ANSWER-The main advantage of using a glue board is
that you can release non target catches relatively unharmed by applying a
coating of vegetable or cooking oil. However, glue boards do not kill quickly.
Captured animals may suffer a slow and inhumane death if they are left
unattended for a long time or if they are discarded, still living, along with the glue
board.
What are bait applicators? For what type of application are they well suited? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Bait applicators, or "guns," have dispensing tips that allow
you to apply insecticidal pastes and gel baits packaged in various ways. They are
well suited to treat cracks and crevices.
What are the main purposes of sticky traps or pheromone traps? - CORRECT
ANSWER-To identify the pest and help estimate the size of the pest population.
Application and Management
Equipment Questions and answers
latest update
Name and describe one popular type of compressed-air sprayer. - CORRECT
ANSWER-The 1-gallon stainless steel sprayer. This sprayer with a multiple-spray
nozzle can apply insecticides accurately into insect harborages.
Name three commonly used sprayers in general pest control. - CORRECT
ANSWER-Compressed-air sprayers, backpack sprayers, and power sprayers.
What parts of a compressed-air sprayer should you inspect regularly? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Check the spray tank inside and out. Look for pinholes and
stripped threads. Examine the check valve and plunger cup of the pump unit for
wear and damage. Inspect the hose for cracks and soft spots. Check the nozzle
by using a spray pattern check tray.
For what types of applications might you use a pin-stream nozzle? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Crack and crevice applications. An injection tool (extension tube)
directs and narrows the stream of pesticide.
For what types of applications might you use a flat-fan nozzle? - CORRECT
ANSWER-For general or spot applications on even surfaces.
How often should you clean a compressed-air sprayer? - CORRECT ANSWER-If
you use your sprayer daily, clean it weekly. If you use it less often, clean it after
each use.
To mix insecticide concentrates, what temperature water should you put in the
spray tank? Why? - CORRECT ANSWER-Cool. Warm water helps break down
pesticides and increases their odor. Never use warm water to mix pesticide
sprays.
True or False: Backpack sprayers are a good choice to apply pesticides in homes
and small businesses. - CORRECT ANSWER-False. Backpack sprayers are
designed for continuous spraying of large areas such as commercial food
facilities and warehouses.
What are some advantages of using bait stations? - CORRECT ANSWER-These
devices are small and easy to move and place. They are designed to attract the
, target pest, not nontarget organisms. The toxin is contained, so that it is not
easily accessible to children and pets.
Name some factors that determine success in baiting for pests. - CORRECT
ANSWER-1. Know when, where, and how to place baits and bait stations.
2. Choose the baits that you know pests like to eat.
3. If using guns or other injection devices, keep the delivery tube capped when
not in use so the bait does not dry out.
4. Do not contaminate baits with spray insecticides that might make the bait less
attractive to pests.
Name at least three kinds of traps used to monitor, catch, and/or kill pests. -
CORRECT ANSWER-1. Snap (trigger) traps.
2. Live traps.
3. Glue boards.
4. Insect light traps (ILTs).
What type of pest would you be most likely to catch with a trigger trap? Where
should you place the traps? - CORRECT ANSWER-Rodents (mice and rats). Place
traps close to the walls, behind objects in dark corners, and in other areas where
rats and mice are active. Place traps so that rats and mice will pass directly over
the trigger as they follow their natural course of travel (usually close to a wall).
Why is it important to match the size of a trigger trap with the size of the target
rodent species? - CORRECT ANSWER-Using a mouse-sized snap trap to catch
rats is inappropriate and ineffective. Conversely, using a rat trap to catch mice
will lead to many sprung traps with few captures.
What is the main advantage of using glue boards to catch rodents? The main
drawback? - CORRECT ANSWER-The main advantage of using a glue board is
that you can release non target catches relatively unharmed by applying a
coating of vegetable or cooking oil. However, glue boards do not kill quickly.
Captured animals may suffer a slow and inhumane death if they are left
unattended for a long time or if they are discarded, still living, along with the glue
board.
What are bait applicators? For what type of application are they well suited? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Bait applicators, or "guns," have dispensing tips that allow
you to apply insecticidal pastes and gel baits packaged in various ways. They are
well suited to treat cracks and crevices.
What are the main purposes of sticky traps or pheromone traps? - CORRECT
ANSWER-To identify the pest and help estimate the size of the pest population.
