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Pesticide Applicators Practice
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Detailed Answers| 100% Verified
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QUESTION
According to FIFRA, what is the minimum standard for direct supervision of a pesticide
application by uncertified individuals?
Answer:
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.
QUESTION
An enclosed cab always provides enough protection from pesticide exposure to allow
applicators to use less PPE than recommended on the label.
Answer:
False
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QUESTION
Both civil and criminal penalties can be assessed for FIFRA violations.
Answer:
True
QUESTION
Determining when to apply a pesticide includes consideration of:
Answer:
the life cycle of the pest and weather conditions.
QUESTION
Directions for mixing and loading a pesticide are usually found under:
Answer:
The directions for use
QUESTION
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:
Answer:
10 or more acres of land or 1 or more acres of water.
QUESTION
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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?
Answer:
Barrier laminate or butyl rubber.
QUESTION
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?
Answer:
Physical/environmental modification.
QUESTION
Sealing cracks and crevices and small openings in buildings is an example of which type of
mechanical control method?
Answer:
Exclusion.
QUESTION
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 "chlorpyrifos" represent?
Answer:
The common name.
Pesticide Applicators Practice
Exam: (Latest 2025/ 2026 Update)
Exam Review| Questions and
Detailed Answers| 100% Verified
Correct| Grade A+| All Units
Covered
QUESTION
According to FIFRA, what is the minimum standard for direct supervision of a pesticide
application by uncertified individuals?
Answer:
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.
QUESTION
An enclosed cab always provides enough protection from pesticide exposure to allow
applicators to use less PPE than recommended on the label.
Answer:
False
, 1
QUESTION
Both civil and criminal penalties can be assessed for FIFRA violations.
Answer:
True
QUESTION
Determining when to apply a pesticide includes consideration of:
Answer:
the life cycle of the pest and weather conditions.
QUESTION
Directions for mixing and loading a pesticide are usually found under:
Answer:
The directions for use
QUESTION
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:
Answer:
10 or more acres of land or 1 or more acres of water.
QUESTION
, 1
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?
Answer:
Barrier laminate or butyl rubber.
QUESTION
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?
Answer:
Physical/environmental modification.
QUESTION
Sealing cracks and crevices and small openings in buildings is an example of which type of
mechanical control method?
Answer:
Exclusion.
QUESTION
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 "chlorpyrifos" represent?
Answer:
The common name.
