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  • Which practice helps prevent contamination of the water supply during pesticide mixing?
  • Special Local Needs labeling addresses local needs not covered by standard labeling.
  • Special Local Needs labels (24c) are issued under which EPA section?
  • What tool is best to use when cleaning up a spilled Wettable Powder formulation?
  • ________ is the main way a pesticide manufacturer communicates with pesticide users on the correct use of a product.
  • Which plant feature influences absorption of herbicides by acting as a barrier?
  • Corrosive pesticide formulations pose the greatest risk of damage to the _______.
  • To minimize drift, volatile pesticides should not be applied when temperatures are at or above 75°F.
  • Which action is not appropriate for a large spill of liquid pesticide concentrate?
  • Under the Worker Protection Standards (WPS), PPE must be in good working order.
  • Dust masks and some surgical masks are excellent approved choices if the pesticide label specifies that a respirator must be worn during an application.
  • Read the label before which action related to pesticides?
  • Drift is the primary cause of phytotoxicity to non-target plants.
  • ______ formulations of a pesticide will be absorbed most quickly into the skin.
  • For solvents such as alcohols and ketones, which glove material is required by the label?
  • Which is an advantage of microencapsulated materials?
  • Which of the following is MOST useful to medical personnel who are treating a person for pesticide exposure?
  • Acaricides are pesticides designed to control _________.
  • The half-life of a pesticide is a measure of its _____ in the environment.
  • Which document provides hazard information and safe handling details for pesticides?
  • Coveralls are ____ when making a pesticide application.
  • If a person has a chemical burn from pesticide exposure, you should cover the area with a thick layer of ointment or grease.
  • Which type of label statement is exemplified by 'Corrosive, Causes irreversible eye damage. Harmful if swallowed'?
  • ________ are the fastest growing group of pesticides used in crop production in the US.
  • Which formulation poses the greatest inhalation danger to the applicator?
  • If a pesticide storage floor is evaluated, which material is least suitable?
  • The thick exoskeletons of insects, such as beetles, protect them from direct contact with insecticides.
  • Which formulation is most easily absorbed if spilled onto the skin?
  • Most all air movement during an inversion is _________.
  • Pesticide certification is optional for non-commercial applicators.
  • Which formulation is most likely to clump if stored in a humid place?
  • Which organ filters water-soluble chemicals from the blood for elimination in urine?
  • After pesticide application, which condition increases the risk of groundwater contamination?
  • Which PPE items should be washed when handling pesticides to prevent contamination?
  • The organ that filters water-soluble chemicals from the blood for removal in the urine.
  • Regarding fungicide resistance, which statement is true?
  • A pesticide that is highly soluble in water is very likely to contaminate ground water by leaching.
  • Which statement best describes the function of placards on vehicles carrying pesticides?
  • Phytotoxicity can appear as which of the following symptoms?
  • What does the safety data sheet primarily provide?
  • Pesticide drift is primarily caused by movement of the chemical by ____________.
  • Which statement describes the Restricted Entry Interval?
  • Molluscicides are commonly formulated as granules.
  • Chronic toxicity from pesticide exposure typically develops over which timeframe?
  • You can reduce pesticide spray drift by ___________.
  • Pesticide dealers who apply pesticides to lands of others must show evidence of financial responsibility in the amount of ______.
  • Which of the following is a potential chronic effect of pesticide exposure?
  • The Restricted Entry Interval (REI) on a pesticide label is intended to:
  • Pesticide labels require ____ gloves for products that contain solid or water-based solvents.
  • A fumigant released into the air is in which phase?
  • Which practice is NOT recommended when washing work clothes or coveralls worn during pesticide applications?
  • Which statement about nozzle output and pump pressure according to the material?
  • It is easier to clean a spilled pesticide after it has entered water.
  • Cloth gloves are appropriate for handling which type of pesticides?
  • Which adjuvant is used to reduce surface tension and improve spray coverage?
  • Which label section corresponds to the ability of a state to expand or limit the uses of certain registered pesticides within its jurisdiction?
  • In spill response, which step comes second?
  • Pesticides with low solubility, high adsorption, and low persistence are more likely to leach.
  • Reduce chances of drift by spraying when the wind speed is ______.
  • Which condition increases drift? Low relative humidity and high temperatures.
  • Which statement about label use directions is correct?
  • Are plants more susceptible to herbicides when they are mature?
  • Pesticides with high adsorption are likely to move from the application site by dusts.
  • The signal word on a pesticide label give you information about the product’s acute and chronic toxicity.
  • Which type of adjuvant acts as a wetting agent and spreader (i.e. alters surface tension of spray droplets)?
  • Under which condition does degradation of a pesticide tend to slow down?
  • Which statement about measuring most dusts, powders, and dry formulations is TRUE?
  • Which one of the following LD50's is most toxic?
  • Which component is typically not considered an active ingredient in a pesticide formulation?
  • Which item is NOT required as part of the minimum protective clothing for pesticide applicators?
  • Under Kentucky pesticide regulations, commercial and non-commercial applicators are required to keep records of both general use and restricted use pesticide applications.
  • The statement 'Always let the residue in empty pesticide containers dry before rinsing it' is true.
  • High humidity conditions _________ the volatility of a pesticide.
  • Full and half-mask respirators can be used safely by people with beards without fear of a leak.
  • Which statement about LC50 is incorrect?
  • Maintaining unsprayed buffer zones around sinkholes helps protect groundwater from pesticide contamination.
  • Which of the following is NOT one of the minimum elements of protective clothing that all pesticide applicators must wear?
  • The ______________ is the part of a pesticide formulation that provides pest control.
  • Pesticide records must be kept for ______ after application.
  • Commercial and non-commercial pesticide certifications are good for ____ year(s).
  • Which agency enforces pesticide labeling and registration in the United States?
  • Special Local Needs labels (24c) from bordering states are valid in Kentucky.
  • A general-use pesticide is defined as one that may harm humans or the environment when used according to label directions.
  • Special Local Needs (24c) labeling is intended to address local pesticide use needs not covered by standard labeling.
  • The Hazards to Humans section concerning sensitization refers to potential allergic effects.
  • The most off-site movement of pesticides in water is by evaporation.
  • Soils with higher organic matter content hold more water and adsorb more pesticides, reducing leaching.
  • Which of the following statements about rodenticide baits is TRUE?
  • The thick exoskeletons of insects provide protection against direct contact with insecticides.
  • What is the recommended frequency for washing work clothes and PPE after pesticide use?
  • A fumigant becomes a ______ when released into the air.
  • An insect killed after crawling over an insecticide residue on a surface is an example of which type of control?
  • How much soil must be removed to decontaminate soil saturated with a pesticide (minimum depth)?
  • __________ measures how tightly a pesticide sticks to soil particles.
  • Two pesticides mixed in a spray tank can form a paste or separate into layers due to which type of incompatibility?
  • The first line of defense when transporting pesticides is to _____.
  • Which symbol represents the nozzle that produces the largest droplet size?
  • Beards can interfere with the face seal of tight-fitting respirators.
  • Phytotoxicity can appear as which of the following?
  • What document provides the official instructions for correct pesticide use?
  • Which label section should you consult to understand the directions for how to use the product on different crops?
  • True or False: A jar test is used to check pesticide compatibility.
  • Is it legal to store pesticides in an unmarked or unlabeled container as long as the product is used within 48 hours?
  • The Restricted Use box MUST appear ____ on the product label.
  • Which spray method is commonly used to reduce drift when applying a herbicide with limited crop tolerance?
  • Temperature inversions can increase drift.
  • A spray additive that thickens the spray liquid will produce droplets that are larger.
  • Which signal word on a label indicates the product is extremely toxic to humans?
  • You must follow all use directions and instructions on the label when applying a pesticide.
  • Which signal word appears on the label to indicate the highest acute hazard?
  • Bees may fly as far as 3 miles from their hive to find blooming flowers.
  • Environmental stress can increase the risk of injury to desirable plants from herbicides.
  • You must have a copy of a Special Local Needs label (24c) in your possession when using a pesticide for that purpose.
  • The legal limit of pesticide residues on food is called the tolerance.
  • The Environmental Hazards section would inform about hazards to non-target organisms such as pollinators and aquatic life.
  • Which option best classifies eye irritation from pesticide exposure?
  • Clothing contaminated with a pesticide concentrate should be _____.
  • Drift is the movement of a pesticide from the application site by ____________.
  • All adjuvants/additives used in pesticide applications must be registered with the EPA.
  • Always have a copy of the ________ in your vehicle in case of a spill or accident.
  • The statement 'The signal word on a pesticide label is based only on the active ingredient and does not include hazards posed by other ingredients' is:
  • Mix and load pesticides at least 50 feet from wells, lakes, streams, rivers, and storm drains.
  • Temperature inversions, which can increase drift, occur when ground level air is _________ the air above it.
  • Drift from boom sprayers can be decreased by raising the boom from 20 inches to 36 inches above the target.
  • ________ is the most important consideration when applying a protectant fungicide application.
  • Which formulation should be added last when mixing in a spray tank?
  • The signal word on a pesticide label provides information about the product’s acute and chronic toxicity.
  • Broad broadcast applications are more associated with nonpoint-source pollution than point-source pollution.
  • Which term describes pollution from many diffuse sources rather than from a single source?
  • Generally, the risk of surface or groundwater contamination is greatest when applications are followed immediately by heavy rain.
  • Mixing pesticides near wells increases the risk of groundwater contamination.
  • Pesticide records must be kept indefinitely.
  • Which statement is true about the use of selective pesticides?
  • All formulations of the same active ingredient have the same risk of volatility.
  • Which of the following is an example of a hazard statement that might appear on a pesticide label?
  • The ________ must be put in your pesticide application records because it specifically identifies the product that you applied.
  • Exposure route where death occurs after contact with a surface residue and then the insect dies
  • When adding a pesticide to a spray tank, stand so the wind blows ______ from you and keep the measuring container ______ your face.
  • If a gel forms after two pesticides are put together in a jar test then the problem is ______________ incompatibility.
  • Doubling the pump pressure will double the nozzle output.
  • The Directions for Use section on a pesticide label indicates which of the following?
  • Which entity is legally responsible for damages resulting from off-target movement of pesticides?
  • Unless the label specifically prohibits it, you can apply a pesticide to control a pest that is not on the label as long as the specific crop or site is listed.
  • Desirable plants growing under environmental stress may be injured by herbicides that normally do not harm them.
  • Plants are most susceptible to herbicides when they are mature.
  • Most pesticide formulations do not contain adjuvants so they must be added by the applicator.
  • The ________ is legally responsible for any damages resulting from the off-target movement of pesticides.
  • Coveralls are a second layer of clothing worn over work clothes.
  • Determining when to apply a pesticide should consider which of the following factors?
  • Protectant fungicides should be applied when?
  • The Environmental Hazards statement on most labels warns you not to contaminate which resource when applying the pesticide?
  • What is the function of a backflow preventer in a pesticide spray setup?
  • High humidity conditions _________ the volatility of a pesticide.
  • Which is an example of a systemic effect of pesticide exposure?
  • Which item should you always carry when transporting pesticides to manage spills?
  • In general, the distance from a nozzle tip to its target should be twice (2x) the nozzle spacing.
  • If renewal is not completed by the deadline, the operator must retake a new examination.
  • Wash all work clothes and PPE _____.
  • What percentage should a dike around a liquid pesticide storage area be able to contain, in addition to the tank volume?
  • Phytotoxicity can appear as _________.
  • Which formulation is described as a dry/solid option that generally reduces inhalation risk during handling when used with water?
  • Chronic toxicity effects from pesticide exposure are most likely to appear after how long of exposure?
  • Reducing pesticide drift is essential to minimize phytotoxicity in neighboring crops.
  • Which statement is true about adjuvants in pesticide mixtures?
  • An endangered species is one that is ___________.
  • Restricted-use pesticides can be purchased by which of the following?
  • To prevent corrosion during winter storage, nozzle tips and screens should be kept in a can of which substance?
  • Which sequence is correct for responding to a pesticide spill?
  • Which agency requires diamond-shaped placards on vehicles transporting hazardous materials?
  • Which of the following is NOT a potential symptom of pesticide poisoning?
  • Which formulation cleanup requires a shovel and broom?
  • PPE requirements for applicators are listed in the _________ section of a pesticide label.
  • Which action is the first recommended response to skin contamination by a pesticide concentrate?
  • The carrier in some pesticide formulations may absorb moisture, which can change the product flow rate. What practice should be done as a result?
  • It is always illegal to combine two or more pesticides in a spray tank unless there are specific mixing instructions on the labels of both products.
  • Get medical advice within ______ of experiencing unusual or unexplained symptoms following a pesticide exposure.
  • For winter storage, nozzle tips and screens should be stored in what to prevent corrosion?
  • Which statement about LC50 is incorrect?
  • A certified commercial or non-commercial pesticide applicator can stay certified by earning ______ continuing education units (CEUs) before their certification expires.
  • What is the recommended minimum glove thickness if the product label does not specify?
  • Remove and dispose of particulate filters after ___ hours of cumulative use if there is no specific instruction from the manufacturer.
  • During spraying, the primary route of body exposure is which of the following?
  • When two pesticides have different signal words, the mixture should be treated as the more hazardous signal word.
  • Rodenticide baits should be placed in which type of box?
  • The hazard to honey bees on a pesticide label is found in which section?
  • According to research, workers mixing pesticides get ___ percent of their exposure through their hands.
  • Which one of the following is used to express the dose of a chemical that will kill 50% of the test organisms?
  • Which term describes pesticides that move as vapors and can drift?
  • A dual-use pesticide is one that has agricultural and non-agricultural uses on its label.
  • Which flooring material is best for a pesticide storage building?
  • Honey bees are killed only by direct contact with insecticides during spray applications.
  • Most fungicides are ___________.
  • The minimum PPE required to reduce exposure to a pesticide is listed in which part of the product label?
  • ____________ fungicides are very prone to development of resistant fungi.
  • A dike around a pesticide storage area should contain the tank volume plus what percentage?
  • A _______ is used to help reduce mixing problems when combining pesticides, or pesticides and fertilizers.
  • When combining products, make a pre-slurry of the __________ products and a little water before adding them to the tank mix.
  • Placarding is required when carrying pesticides in containers larger than 119 gallons.
  • Which site on the human body absorbs the greatest percentage of a pesticide dose?
  • Herbicides with limited crop selectivity can be applied as ________ sprays.
  • Disposal of pesticide containers must be done according to label directions and current regulations.
  • Which federal law is the primary regulation regulating pesticides in the United States?
  • Which statement about cleaning and disposing of pesticide containers is TRUE?
  • Sloppy cleanup practices are one of the main causes of equipment failure or malfunction.
  • Changing to nozzles with larger openings and decreasing sprayer pressure will result in the production of smaller spray droplets.
  • Skin cuts, scrapes, or rashes _______ the absorption of a pesticide into the body.
  • Protectant fungicides are most effective after a fungus has entered or colonized a host plant.
  • Limestone areas prone to karst development tend to increase groundwater vulnerability to pesticide movement.
  • If you tank mix a pesticide with a WARNING signal word with a pesticide that has a CAUTION signal word, you should treat the mixture as which signal word?
  • If one of your protective gloves leaks, you should _____.
  • Water-soluble pesticides are more attracted to clay particles than oil-soluble pesticides.
  • The _____________ section of a pesticide label is the best place to look for information on waiting periods to minimize problems from herbicide persistence.
  • Which statement best describes how LD50 relates to toxicity?
  • Pesticide products involved in a fire are most dangerous to responders because of what?
  • What is the primary purpose of performing a jar test before mixing pesticides?
  • In order to reduce the chances of vapor drift, the labels of volatile pesticides advise against applying the products when air temperatures are at or above ____°F.
  • Which formulation is most likely to cause bird kills among the options?
  • If PPE is not in good working order, it violates the Worker Protection Standards.
  • There is no need to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) while repairing or cleaning pesticide application equipment.
  • In spill response, which step comes third?
  • The primary organ that changes toxic substances to non-toxic substances so that they can be eliminated from the body.
  • After cleanup, spray tank rinsate should be disposed of on the treated area.
  • Over 90% of all body exposures while spraying are due to which contact with the pesticide?
  • Off-label use is allowed if the crop or site is listed.
  • Pesticide certification is mandatory for non-commercial applicators.
  • If the non-ag section of a dual-use pesticide label does not include specific restricted-entry statements, keep people and non-target animals out of the treated area ______.
  • Which document provides critical safety information for spills and exposures?
  • Contact and systemic effects of pesticides are explained in the _______ section of a pesticide label.
  • If a pesticide splashes into the eyes, rinse them for _____ .
  • A certified commercial applicator may apply pesticides to lands not owned by the applicator for compensation.
  • Most phytotoxicity to non-target plants is the result of ________.
  • Lack of sweating is a common symptom of heatstroke.
  • If goggles are required for a pesticide application, which item must be immediately available?
  • Which of the following is an acceptable practice for rinsed pesticide containers?
  • Pesticide applications must be recorded within ______ from the date of treatment.
  • Rinsates containing strong cleaning agents may be reused in pesticide mixtures.
  • Which is an example of a local effect of pesticide exposure?
  • Among the following formulations (L, EC, WP, S), which should be added last when mixing in a spray tank?
  • Which term best describes an eye irritation resulting from pesticide exposure?
  • What is the correct sequence for using a fire extinguisher?
  • Which statement about exposure risk among pesticide formulations is true?
  • Soils with higher organic matter content hold more water and adsorb more pesticides than soils with lower organic matter content.
  • Which approval indicates that a respirator protects against specified contaminants?
  • What is the purpose of the pre-slurry step when preparing a tank mix?
  • Insect growth regulators affect which developmental stages?
  • The hazard to human health from a pesticide depends on its toxicity and the which of the following?
  • An LC50 value for a pesticide measures _______ of the test subject.
  • A pesticide that is moderately toxic will have which signal word on its label?
  • Commercial applicators must give customers a copy of pesticide application information within ______ of treatment.
  • Most phytotoxicity to non-target plants is the result of drift.
  • The bee logo on a pesticide label indicates the product is what in relation to bees and other pollinators?
  • What minimum percent is required on the test to become a commercial or non-commercial pesticide applicator?
  • Water-soluble pesticides are more attracted to clay particles than ones that are oil-soluble.
  • Most molluscicides are formulated as ______.
  • The statement 'Use heavy-duty detergent, cold water at the lowest level, and only a small amount of family laundry when washing work clothes or coveralls worn during pesticide applications' is true.
  • A ______ respirator element removes vapors or gasses from the air that passes through it.
  • Commercial applicators must provide customers with pesticide application information within 30 days.
  • A thick, waxy leaf cuticle usually slows the absorption of a translocated herbicide.
  • Low relative humidity and/or high temperatures ______ the potential for spray drift.
  • A ____________ surfactant is generally used with systemic pesticide products to get better plant penetration.
  • Limestone, which is susceptible to karst development, lies under about ____% of Kentucky.
  • What should be done with clothing that has been heavily contaminated by a pesticide concentrate?
  • Systemic effects differ from local effects because they involve which of the following?
  • Which statement about increasing spray droplet size and drift is supported by the material?
  • Which term describes a chemical that causes leaves to drop?
  • Windy conditions are more likely to occur around which time of day?
  • Unless specified differently on the product label, use protective gloves that are ___ mils thick.
  • Signal words on pesticide labels are based on both the active and inert ingredients in the product.
  • The best time to spray is when conditions cause spray droplets to move slowly upward.
  • Which of the following is most important for successful use of a selective pesticide?
  • A ______ herbicide only affects parts of the plant where spray droplets land.
  • In Kentucky, non-point sources pollute about ___ times more miles of streams than point sources.
  • Systemic fungicides usually move ________.
  • Which label section lists PPE requirements for applicators?
  • Which formulation poses the greatest risks to a person who has vomited after accidentally ingesting a pesticide?
  • Insect growth regulators affect which developmental stages?
  • The greatest pesticide exposure hazard to an applicator occurs during which activity?
  • Any large spill of a liquid pesticide concentrate should be
  • Chemical trespass means that _______________.
  • Under state laws, a pesticide dealer is defined as someone who applies pesticides to lands of another.
  • A certified pesticide operator who fails to renew before ______ must take a new examination.
  • Goggles, eyewear, and gloves require hand washing.
  • Safety glasses will protect your eyes from pesticide splashes.
  • Which property makes groundwater leaching more likely?
  • To be most effective, herbicides must be deactivated before they reach their site of action in a plant.
  • The _________ is the legal limit of a pesticide that may remain on products sold for food or feed.
  • True or False: It is recommended to store liquid pesticide formulations in the passenger area of a vehicle to stop spills quickly.
  • Hives, blisters, or skin irritation are examples of which pesticide exposure effect?
  • Pesticide labels require _______ gloves for products that contain alcohols, ketones, or petroleum distillates as solvents.
  • ______________ occurs when the pest control effectiveness of one or both mixed pesticides is reduced.
  • When transporting pesticides, which document should you always carry because it contains critical information for the driver and first responders after a spill?
  • Air-purifying respirators are ideal for use in a limited oxygen environment or one that is immediately dangerous to health or life.
  • Movement of pesticides into streams after broadcast applications to large areas is an example of point-source pollution.
  • To prevent back-siphoning when filling a spray tank, the end of the water hose should be kept below the surface of the tank mixture.
  • What is the first action to take when responding to a pesticide spill?
  • Studies have shown that almost all pesticides reach their target site during an application.
  • Cloth gloves are used only with ________.
  • Point source pollution comes from a specific, identifiable location.
  • According to the EPA, chemical resistant prevents _____ of a chemical from moving through a fabric or material.
  • Pesticide handlers may bring pesticide residues home on their work clothes and PPE.
  • Pesticide formulations such as WP, EC, and G have the same risk of exposure to the applicator.
  • Which statement about pesticide rinsates is true?
  • A pesticide with the signal word _______ indicates the potential for permanent or severe damage to skin, eyes, or lungs from contact exposure.
  • Looking at the ________ on a pesticide label is the best way to make sure you are getting the active ingredient that you want.
  • Which statement about microencapsulated formulations is true?
  • Cool, dry conditions usually ______ the degradation of a pesticide.
  • Systemic fungicides movement is typically associated with protecting which plant parts?
  • Many insecticides work on the insect's ________ system.
  • Which formulation is most likely to burn plant foliage?
  • Which environmental factor is not listed as influencing spray drift?
  • Under high humidity, the volatility of a pesticide tends to
  • The term that describes how long a pesticide remains active in the environment is called the ______.
  • Non-selective herbicides tend to affect a wide range of plant species.
  • CEUs are required to maintain certification and must be completed before expiration.
  • A chemical burn treatment on the skin should NOT involve applying ointment or grease.
  • Maintaining unsprayed buffer zones around sensitive features helps protect groundwater from pesticide contamination.
  • Pesticides with high adsorption are most likely to move from the application site by dusts.
  • Use __________ to clean your equipment after a pesticide spill.
  • The label section that provides guidance to minimize exposure is which?
  • Pesticides that readily move from liquid to gas are considered to be volatile.
  • The distance between nozzles should be _______ the boom height.
  • Which label section provides guidance on safe storage and disposal of the product?
  • ________ applicators are people who apply pesticides to lands owned, occupied, or managed by a golf course, municipal corporation, public utility, or other governmental agency.
  • What does the suffix '0.5G' indicate in a granular pesticide label?
  • A formulation consisting of solid particles dispersed in a liquid is best described as a:
  • According to the Worker Protection Standards (WPS), agricultural employers are not legally required to provide workers with PPE that is in good working order.
  • The statement 'It is legal to mix two pesticides in a spray tank even if the combination is not listed on the label' is true or false.
  • The Restricted Entry Interval for an agricultural pesticide is found in which section of its label?
  • Which statement about insect growth regulators is true?
  • Which formulation is described as solid particles dispersed in a liquid?
  • Which label section tells you about crops that can follow after an application?
  • The symptoms of heat stress can resemble those of pesticide poisoning.
  • The most important environmental factors influencing spray drift are.
  • The only effective method to decontaminate soil saturated with a pesticide is to
  • According to state laws, anyone who is in the business of applying any pesticide to the lands of another is considered to be a pesticide dealer.
  • Downward movement of a pesticide through the soil in water is called leaching.
  • ________ degradation of a pesticide usually involves a chemical reaction with water.
  • Commercial and non-commercial pesticide operator and applicator licenses are good for ____ year(s).
  • Which type of adjuvant increases the viscosity of spray mixtures?
  • To reduce spray drift, you should
  • Do all formulations of the same active ingredient have the same volatility risk?
  • State or local regulations for use of PPE must be followed even if they are stricter than federal regulations.
  • The label name 'X-Pest 0.5G' indicates a :
  • Windy conditions are most likely around which time of day?
  • The simplest way to prevent back-siphoning is to keep the discharge end of the water supply line at least 12 inches below the surface of the pesticide solution in the spray tank.
  • Pesticides that change readily from a liquid to a gas are considered to be __________.
  • The words _________ appear on the labels of pesticides that are highly toxic.
  • Which statement about wind speed and drift risk is correct?
  • A non-commercial applicator also can use that certification and license to apply pesticides in a private business.
  • What term describes pesticides that require licensing to purchase and use?
  • Which statement about leaf cuticle and herbicide absorption is true?
  • Which dry/solid formulation is mixed in water and has reduced inhalation exposure during mixing and loading?
  • Which statement best describes the purpose of protective clothing?
  • Correctly selected protective clothing should ______ the risk of pesticide exposure.
  • LD50 represents the dose required to kill 50% of test organisms. Which of the following options best matches this definition?
  • The signal word 'Caution' on a pesticide label indicates the product is at what toxicity level?
  • Application of a(n) ______ formulation of an insecticide is most likely to result in a bird kill.
  • The most common pesticide registration is a:
  • Which item is primarily used to protect the eyes from splashes during pesticide application?
  • Your vehicle must be placarded if you carry pesticides in containers larger than how many gallons?
  • True or False: It is illegal to mix two or more pesticides in a spray tank unless the combination is specifically listed on the product label.
  • Studies have shown that almost all pesticides reach their target site during an application.
  • Usually, the first thing to do for a person with concentrated pesticide on their skin is to _______.
  • Which statement about the proper technique for opening pesticide containers is TRUE?
  • Which of the following statements about EPA registration of adjuvants/additives is correct?
  • In pesticide formulations, what is the role of a sticker?
  • Which statement about measuring and/or transferring pesticides is TRUE?
  • Which of the following actions is appropriate when the eyes are splashed with pesticide?
  • Which degradation term is most associated with a chemical reaction with water?
  • What is the best source of information about neutralizing spills on concrete or asphalt after the pesticide has been removed?
  • Which formulation requires no agitation in the spray tank?
  • What term describes a situation where the pest control activity of at least one component in a tank mix is reduced when two or more products are combined?
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