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PESTICIDE APPLICATOR GENERAL
EXAM (2026) |300+QS&AS|ALREADY
GRADED A+
Q1. Under FIFRA (Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide
Act), which of the following is considered a violation?
a) Applying a pesticide at a lower rate than listed on the label
b) Storing pesticides in a locked, ventilated shed
c) Using a pesticide on a crop not listed on the label without a
special local need registration
d) Wearing chemical-resistant gloves while mixing
Correct Answer: c) Using a pesticide on a crop not listed on
the label without a special local need registration
*Rationale: FIFRA prohibits using a pesticide in a manner
inconsistent with its labeling. Unless a specific exemption (e.g.,
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Section 2(ee) or special local need 24(c)) applies, using on a
non-listed crop is illegal. Lower rates are generally allowed
unless label prohibits. Proper storage and PPE are required, not
violations.*
Q2. A farmer applies a restricted-use pesticide (RUP) without
certification. What is the maximum civil penalty for an individual
under FIFRA?
a) 500b)500b)1,000
c) 5,000d)5,000d)25,000
**Correct Answer:
d) 25,000∗∗∗Rationale:FIFRAcivilpenaltiesforindividualscanbeupt
o25,000∗∗∗Rationale:FIFRAcivilpenaltiesforindividualscanbeupto2
5,000 per offense (commercial applicators/registrants up to
$50,000). Criminal penalties can be higher. This question tests
knowledge of penalty scale.*
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Q3. Under the Worker Protection Standard (WPS), which of the
following is NOT required to be posted at a central location?
a) Safety data sheets (SDS) for each pesticide
b) Application information (location, time, REI)
c) A copy of the pesticide label
d) Emergency medical contact numbers
Correct Answer: a) Safety data sheets (SDS) for each pesticide
Rationale: WPS requires pesticide label, application-specific info,
and emergency contacts. SDS are required under OSHA but not
specifically by WPS for posting; however, they must be accessible.
The question asks "NOT required" – SDS are not mandated by
WPS for central posting, though good practice.
Q4. A certified applicator must keep records of restricted-use
pesticide applications for a minimum of:
a) 6 months
b) 1 year
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c) 2 years
d) 5 years
Correct Answer: c) 2 years
Rationale: FIFRA and most state regulations require RUP
application records be kept for 2 years. Some states may require
longer (e.g., 3 years), but federal minimum is 2 years.
Q5. Which of the following is an example of "general use"
pesticide?
a) Glyphosate 41% concentrate sold in 2.5-gallon jug
b) Aluminum phosphide tablets
c) Methyl bromide for soil fumigation
d) Carbofuran granular
Correct Answer: a) Glyphosate 41% concentrate sold in 2.5-
gallon jug
Rationale: General use pesticides are those not classified as
PESTICIDE APPLICATOR GENERAL
EXAM (2026) |300+QS&AS|ALREADY
GRADED A+
Q1. Under FIFRA (Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide
Act), which of the following is considered a violation?
a) Applying a pesticide at a lower rate than listed on the label
b) Storing pesticides in a locked, ventilated shed
c) Using a pesticide on a crop not listed on the label without a
special local need registration
d) Wearing chemical-resistant gloves while mixing
Correct Answer: c) Using a pesticide on a crop not listed on
the label without a special local need registration
*Rationale: FIFRA prohibits using a pesticide in a manner
inconsistent with its labeling. Unless a specific exemption (e.g.,
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Section 2(ee) or special local need 24(c)) applies, using on a
non-listed crop is illegal. Lower rates are generally allowed
unless label prohibits. Proper storage and PPE are required, not
violations.*
Q2. A farmer applies a restricted-use pesticide (RUP) without
certification. What is the maximum civil penalty for an individual
under FIFRA?
a) 500b)500b)1,000
c) 5,000d)5,000d)25,000
**Correct Answer:
d) 25,000∗∗∗Rationale:FIFRAcivilpenaltiesforindividualscanbeupt
o25,000∗∗∗Rationale:FIFRAcivilpenaltiesforindividualscanbeupto2
5,000 per offense (commercial applicators/registrants up to
$50,000). Criminal penalties can be higher. This question tests
knowledge of penalty scale.*
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Q3. Under the Worker Protection Standard (WPS), which of the
following is NOT required to be posted at a central location?
a) Safety data sheets (SDS) for each pesticide
b) Application information (location, time, REI)
c) A copy of the pesticide label
d) Emergency medical contact numbers
Correct Answer: a) Safety data sheets (SDS) for each pesticide
Rationale: WPS requires pesticide label, application-specific info,
and emergency contacts. SDS are required under OSHA but not
specifically by WPS for posting; however, they must be accessible.
The question asks "NOT required" – SDS are not mandated by
WPS for central posting, though good practice.
Q4. A certified applicator must keep records of restricted-use
pesticide applications for a minimum of:
a) 6 months
b) 1 year
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c) 2 years
d) 5 years
Correct Answer: c) 2 years
Rationale: FIFRA and most state regulations require RUP
application records be kept for 2 years. Some states may require
longer (e.g., 3 years), but federal minimum is 2 years.
Q5. Which of the following is an example of "general use"
pesticide?
a) Glyphosate 41% concentrate sold in 2.5-gallon jug
b) Aluminum phosphide tablets
c) Methyl bromide for soil fumigation
d) Carbofuran granular
Correct Answer: a) Glyphosate 41% concentrate sold in 2.5-
gallon jug
Rationale: General use pesticides are those not classified as
