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California CA QAL QAC Category M - Non-Soil
Fumigation Exam||VERIFIED EXAM!!||COMPLETE
QUESTIONS AND DETAILED SOLUTIONS LATEST
UPDATE THIS YEAR-JUST RELEASED.pdf||NEWEST
EXAM!!!
Why is it important to accurately identify pests? - Answer-
Helps determine which control method or methods will be
used to address the pest problem. Proper identification
can make the difference between effective control and
failed control.
What pest factors determine the use of fumigation as a
control method? (explain) - Answer-The pest's habits:
fumigation only kills pests in the enclosed area and if there
are populations outside that area that can reinfest, the
treatment is generally not effective since there is no
residual protection
Pest life stage: certain stages of life, like eggs and pupa
stages in insect pests, are not as susceptible to
fumigation. Also knowing when insects or other pests may
be dormant can also be useful because they are also less
susceptible to fumigants during these times as well.
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What is the importance of choosing the proper application
rate and timing of application? - Answer-The biology of the
target pest can influence the effectiveness and timing of
an application. It is important to take that into account
when choosing the rate and timing of an application
because it can make the difference between effective and
ineffective control of the target pest. (??)
What is the importance of a pesticide label and what are
its legal implications for an applicator? - Answer-The
pesticide label is the legal document associated with the
application and use of the chemical. It tells you how to use
the chemical safely and effectively, how to protect the
applicators and other people from the negative effects
associated with the pesticide, what to do in first-aid
situations associated with the pesticide, the potential
hazards associated with the pesticide (environmentally
and in general). Overall, the label is to be followed in order
to protect people and the environment from potential
negative effects associated with the pesticide.
It MUST be followed since it is a legal document
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What is the differences between the "label" and the
"labeling"? (define) - Answer-Label is the legal document
containing all needed information regarding use, hazards,
and precautions for using the chemical
Labeling is the label itself and all other information about
the product referenced on the label and or given when you
buy the product. All information, whether on the label
attached the the product or that the label refers you to, is
legally binding
What is the fumigant-specific information found on the
label? - Answer-Restricted use information
Site information
First aid information
Personal protective equipment (PPE)
Physical and chemical hazards
Environmental hazards
Container handling
Monitoring
Aeration
Pest factors
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Number of applicators
What are the procedures for transporting fumigants? -
Answer-May need to:
- receive hazardous material training
- carry emergency response information in your vehicle
- carry shipping papers in your vehicle
- placard your vehicle
- have a commercial drivers license (CDL)
Precautions:
- vehicle safety kit and inspection and maintenance log
- follow label instructions for transportation
- always transport fumigants in a separate air space from
vehicle occupants
- you must secure fumigant gas cylinders or other
containers so that do not move during transport
- be sure you have the required driver's license and driving
class with any appropriate endorsements for the specific
fumigant you plan to transport
- you must transport pressurized cylinders with the valve
cover and safety bonnet attached
California CA QAL QAC Category M - Non-Soil
Fumigation Exam||VERIFIED EXAM!!||COMPLETE
QUESTIONS AND DETAILED SOLUTIONS LATEST
UPDATE THIS YEAR-JUST RELEASED.pdf||NEWEST
EXAM!!!
Why is it important to accurately identify pests? - Answer-
Helps determine which control method or methods will be
used to address the pest problem. Proper identification
can make the difference between effective control and
failed control.
What pest factors determine the use of fumigation as a
control method? (explain) - Answer-The pest's habits:
fumigation only kills pests in the enclosed area and if there
are populations outside that area that can reinfest, the
treatment is generally not effective since there is no
residual protection
Pest life stage: certain stages of life, like eggs and pupa
stages in insect pests, are not as susceptible to
fumigation. Also knowing when insects or other pests may
be dormant can also be useful because they are also less
susceptible to fumigants during these times as well.
,2|Page
What is the importance of choosing the proper application
rate and timing of application? - Answer-The biology of the
target pest can influence the effectiveness and timing of
an application. It is important to take that into account
when choosing the rate and timing of an application
because it can make the difference between effective and
ineffective control of the target pest. (??)
What is the importance of a pesticide label and what are
its legal implications for an applicator? - Answer-The
pesticide label is the legal document associated with the
application and use of the chemical. It tells you how to use
the chemical safely and effectively, how to protect the
applicators and other people from the negative effects
associated with the pesticide, what to do in first-aid
situations associated with the pesticide, the potential
hazards associated with the pesticide (environmentally
and in general). Overall, the label is to be followed in order
to protect people and the environment from potential
negative effects associated with the pesticide.
It MUST be followed since it is a legal document
,3|Page
What is the differences between the "label" and the
"labeling"? (define) - Answer-Label is the legal document
containing all needed information regarding use, hazards,
and precautions for using the chemical
Labeling is the label itself and all other information about
the product referenced on the label and or given when you
buy the product. All information, whether on the label
attached the the product or that the label refers you to, is
legally binding
What is the fumigant-specific information found on the
label? - Answer-Restricted use information
Site information
First aid information
Personal protective equipment (PPE)
Physical and chemical hazards
Environmental hazards
Container handling
Monitoring
Aeration
Pest factors
, 4|Page
Number of applicators
What are the procedures for transporting fumigants? -
Answer-May need to:
- receive hazardous material training
- carry emergency response information in your vehicle
- carry shipping papers in your vehicle
- placard your vehicle
- have a commercial drivers license (CDL)
Precautions:
- vehicle safety kit and inspection and maintenance log
- follow label instructions for transportation
- always transport fumigants in a separate air space from
vehicle occupants
- you must secure fumigant gas cylinders or other
containers so that do not move during transport
- be sure you have the required driver's license and driving
class with any appropriate endorsements for the specific
fumigant you plan to transport
- you must transport pressurized cylinders with the valve
cover and safety bonnet attached
