Massachusetts pesticide applicator test.pdf

Massachusetts pesticide applicator test



FIFRA
Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act




intergrated pest management (IPM)
Minimizes the use of pesticides and the risk to human health and the
environment associated with pesticide applications




pesticide
A chemical intended to kill insects and other organisms that damage crops.




Pest
Unwanted organism that directly or indirectly interferes with human activities.




FQPA
Food Quality Protection Act




FFDCA

, Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act




label
Any key information about the pesticide on the pesticide container




Site
The particular entity to which a pesticide is or could be applied




Main groups of pests
Insects
Vertebraes
Plants
Microorganisms




Types of pest problems
Structural damage
Property damage
Food concerns
Health risks
Risks to environment
Reduced aesthetics
Impairs function of things we use