OHIO PEST CONTROL TECHNICIAN
EXAM PRATICE QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED
ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES
|2026 Q&A | INSTANT
DOWNLOAD PDF 1. Which of the following is the main purpose of
integrated pest management (IPM)?
A. Eliminate all pests immediately
B. Manage pest populations below damaging levels
C. Rely only on chemical control
D. Avoid using monitoring methods
IPM focuses on keeping pest populations at acceptable levels using multiple control strategies, not total
eradication.
2. The first step in any pest management program is:
A. Applying pesticide
B. Identifying the pest correctly
C. Notifying the customer
D. Cleaning the area
Correct identification determines the proper treatment and avoids unnecessary pesticide use.
3. What does the signal word “Danger” on a pesticide label indicate?
A. Slightly toxic
B. Moderately toxic
C. Highly toxic
D. Non-toxic
“Danger” means the product has very high toxicity and requires extreme caution.
4. A restricted-use pesticide can only be applied by:
A. Any homeowner
B. Unlicensed technician
C. Certified applicator or under their supervision
,D. Farmer without training
Restricted-use pesticides are regulated and require certified applicators to ensure safe handling.
5. What information can be found on a pesticide label?
A. Application rates
B. Target pests
C. Safety precautions
D. All of the above
The label is the law—it includes instructions, precautions, and target information.
6. The term “LD50” refers to:
A. The number of pests killed in 50 minutes
B. The lethal dose for 50% of applicators
C. The dose that kills 50% of test animals
D. Label directions
LD50 measures toxicity based on animal testing results.
7. Which pest is most associated with spreading salmonella?
A. Housefly
B. Termite
C. Cockroach
D. Bedbug
Cockroaches contaminate food and surfaces with bacteria like salmonella.
8. Drift during pesticide application can be reduced by:
A. Increasing spray pressure
B. Spraying during high winds
C. Using larger droplets and spraying in calm conditions
D. Using a fan to disperse mist
Large droplets fall faster and reduce drift risk.
9. Which of the following is NOT part of IPM?
A. Biological control
B. Mechanical control
C. Monitoring
D. Applying pesticide before pests appear
Preventive spraying without monitoring contradicts IPM principles.
, 10. What is the main reason for pesticide resistance?
A. Low humidity
B. Repeated use of the same chemical
C. Poor sanitation
D. Temperature changes
Repeated exposure to the same chemical selects for resistant pests.
11. What PPE is typically required when mixing pesticides?
A. Shorts and T-shirt
B. Chemical-resistant gloves, goggles, apron
C. No PPE if outdoors
D. Only boots
Mixing is high-risk, requiring maximum protection.
12. Which insect is a wood-destroying pest?
A. Ant
B. Cockroach
C. Termite
D. Housefly
Termites feed on cellulose in wood and cause structural damage.
13. The best way to avoid contaminating water supplies when applying pesticides is to:
A. Spray near wells
B. Mix near drains
C. Maintain buffer zones and prevent runoff
D. Use more water for dilution
Buffers prevent contamination of groundwater or surface water.
14. The “re-entry interval” on a label means:
A. Time before storage
B. Time before eating treated crops
C. Time before people can safely enter treated areas
D. Time pesticide degrades
It ensures human safety after pesticide application.
15. Which of the following controls rodents effectively?
A. Using insecticide
B. Spraying walls
C. Eliminating food, water, and shelter sources
EXAM PRATICE QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED
ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES
|2026 Q&A | INSTANT
DOWNLOAD PDF 1. Which of the following is the main purpose of
integrated pest management (IPM)?
A. Eliminate all pests immediately
B. Manage pest populations below damaging levels
C. Rely only on chemical control
D. Avoid using monitoring methods
IPM focuses on keeping pest populations at acceptable levels using multiple control strategies, not total
eradication.
2. The first step in any pest management program is:
A. Applying pesticide
B. Identifying the pest correctly
C. Notifying the customer
D. Cleaning the area
Correct identification determines the proper treatment and avoids unnecessary pesticide use.
3. What does the signal word “Danger” on a pesticide label indicate?
A. Slightly toxic
B. Moderately toxic
C. Highly toxic
D. Non-toxic
“Danger” means the product has very high toxicity and requires extreme caution.
4. A restricted-use pesticide can only be applied by:
A. Any homeowner
B. Unlicensed technician
C. Certified applicator or under their supervision
,D. Farmer without training
Restricted-use pesticides are regulated and require certified applicators to ensure safe handling.
5. What information can be found on a pesticide label?
A. Application rates
B. Target pests
C. Safety precautions
D. All of the above
The label is the law—it includes instructions, precautions, and target information.
6. The term “LD50” refers to:
A. The number of pests killed in 50 minutes
B. The lethal dose for 50% of applicators
C. The dose that kills 50% of test animals
D. Label directions
LD50 measures toxicity based on animal testing results.
7. Which pest is most associated with spreading salmonella?
A. Housefly
B. Termite
C. Cockroach
D. Bedbug
Cockroaches contaminate food and surfaces with bacteria like salmonella.
8. Drift during pesticide application can be reduced by:
A. Increasing spray pressure
B. Spraying during high winds
C. Using larger droplets and spraying in calm conditions
D. Using a fan to disperse mist
Large droplets fall faster and reduce drift risk.
9. Which of the following is NOT part of IPM?
A. Biological control
B. Mechanical control
C. Monitoring
D. Applying pesticide before pests appear
Preventive spraying without monitoring contradicts IPM principles.
, 10. What is the main reason for pesticide resistance?
A. Low humidity
B. Repeated use of the same chemical
C. Poor sanitation
D. Temperature changes
Repeated exposure to the same chemical selects for resistant pests.
11. What PPE is typically required when mixing pesticides?
A. Shorts and T-shirt
B. Chemical-resistant gloves, goggles, apron
C. No PPE if outdoors
D. Only boots
Mixing is high-risk, requiring maximum protection.
12. Which insect is a wood-destroying pest?
A. Ant
B. Cockroach
C. Termite
D. Housefly
Termites feed on cellulose in wood and cause structural damage.
13. The best way to avoid contaminating water supplies when applying pesticides is to:
A. Spray near wells
B. Mix near drains
C. Maintain buffer zones and prevent runoff
D. Use more water for dilution
Buffers prevent contamination of groundwater or surface water.
14. The “re-entry interval” on a label means:
A. Time before storage
B. Time before eating treated crops
C. Time before people can safely enter treated areas
D. Time pesticide degrades
It ensures human safety after pesticide application.
15. Which of the following controls rodents effectively?
A. Using insecticide
B. Spraying walls
C. Eliminating food, water, and shelter sources
