NJDEP CORE PESTICIDE APPLICATOR TRAINING QUESTIONS

Applicators of all pesticides or their supervisors must have state certification. T/F

True

Pesticide applicators maybe classified as private applicators if they apply pesticides -

to produce agricultural commodities on their own property.

Pesticides in the restricted-use category can be used by the general public without certification if recommended by a state agency. T/F

False

If a commercial applicator wishes to apply for the control of pests in agricultural crops and pests in public health, he must obtain certification in each of the appropriate categories.

True

The term "Under the direct supervision of " 'means the supervisor -

can be in his office when the operator is applying a restricted-use pesticide if available when needed.

Pesticide products used in New Jersey must be registered -

with both the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the State of New Jersey.

In New Jersey, restricted-use pesticides can only be purchased from a licensed pesticide -

dealer business

Someone who uses any pesticides to raise an agricultural product must be certified and registered as a -

private pesticide applicator.

Anyone applying pesticides as a service must be certified and registered as a -

commercial pesticide applicator.

Part of the certification of commercial pesticide applicators involves passing -

a core and category exam.

Companies which contract out their services for compensation must be registered as a -

pesticide applicator business

What is required before any commercial applications of pesticides are made for household pest control?

Notification of persons

Persons applying pesticides under the direct supervision of a Commercial Pesticide Applicator who is not physically present on the application site must be registered as a pesticide -

operator

Records of application must be kept for a minimum of -

5 years by termite applicators and for 3 years by other Commercial applicators

An inventory list of pesticides likely to be in storage must be -

forwarded to the local fire department

What is the full name and acronym of the federal agency mandated to regulate pesticides?

Environmental Protection Agency (full), EPA (acronym).

What is the full name and acronym for the law EPA uses to manage pesticides?

Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodentícide Act, FIFRÁ (acronym).

What are regulations?

Regulations are interpretations of the law and have the force of law.

Define reentry time

Reentry time is the time immediately following application of a pesticide to a treated area when unprotected workers may not enter.

Which federal agency sets food tolerances for pesticides? Which federal agency enforces these tolerances?

EPA sets food tolerances; FDA enforces food tolerances.

FIFRA allows states to establish standards. What kind of standards ?

The tolerance program is to ensure that U.S. consumers are not exposed to unsafe food pesticide residue levels.

What is the purpose of the tolerance program?

The tolerance program is to ensure that U.S. consumers are not exposed to unsafe food pesticide residue levels.

The regulations interpreting the Transportation Safety Act are contained in 49 CFR. What do these regulations do?

The regulations in 49 CFR cover any safety aspect of transporting hazardous materials, including the packing, repacking, placarding, and routing of such materials

Which federal agency determines what species are endangered?

Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) of the Department of the Interior

Who ultimately bears the responsibility of protecting endangered species from pesticides?

You, the applicator.

The inherent ability of a pesticide to cause injury or poison organisms is called -

toxicity

In an LD50 equal to 68 mg/kg the 68 milligrams refers to the -

pesticide

The oral LD 50 level which represents a highly toxic pesticide is -

46mg/kg

The probability of a pesticide causing adverse effects to an organism is called-

risk

It is best to avoid the use of those pesticides which can accumulate and cause undesirable effects in the bodies of desirable organisms. T/F

True

All pesticides can pass through the skin to enter the blood and significantly affect the nervous system of man. T/F

False

The kind of toxicity that results from small, repeated exposures to a pesticide over a period of time is called -

chronic toxicity

The signal word on a pesticide label indicates the pesticide's

toxicity

Low toxicity is indicated by low LD50 • T/F

False

Acute toxicity is a measure of how harmful or poisonous a pesticide is to an animal (or man) from a single exposure. T/F

True

The hazard of a pesticide is

its inherent danger

The symptoms of pesticide poisoning are greatly different from those of other types of poisoning and/or illnesses. T/F

False

After an acute, dermal exposure to a moderately or highly toxic pesticide, the first thing to do is -

remove the contaminated clothing and shower.

General symptoms of pesticide poisoning can be

all of the above

It is a good plan to keep your doctor informed about the kinds of pesticides you are using so -

he can better diagnose your problem and use the proper treatment.

Applicators working with highly toxic organophosphate or carbamate insecticides should have their cholinesterase level checked -

all of the above

If you are in doubt whether pesticide poisoning has occurred

see your doctor

Poisoning which occurs as a result of repeated, small, nonlethal pesticide exposures over along period of time is called -

chronic poisoning

In accidents with pesticides, an applicator can often avoid severe poisoning by practicing proper first aid to reduce exposure. T/F

True

In case of an accident, always save the pesticide container with the label for the doctor to obtain more information. T/F

True

A supply of clean water, soap, and a basin can be a great first aid help in -

dermal pesticide exposure

For severe dermal exposure to pesticides-

all of the above

Alcohol and barbiturates should be included in the first aid supplies of certified pesticide applicators. T/F

False

Artificial respiration may be needed if pesticide poisoning is severe. T/F

True

If an applicator has an accident applying pesticides in an enclosed space he may need help to get to the outside for an adequate supply of fresh air. T/F

True

In a pesticide poisoning emergency think of using water immediately to -

dilute the pesticide and wash it away

0f the following materials, the one which would be most helpful to have on hand when a highly toxic pesticide is spilled on the legs of an applicator is

soap and water

The antidote, atropine, can be helpful in first aid treatment of pesticide poisoning if used according to the directions of a medical doctor. T/F

True

Most accidents with pesticides happen from careless practices and misuse. T/F

True

The most common cause of pesticide poisoning for applicators is their exposure-

through the skin

Dangerous exposure to pesticides by the applicator can occur during measuring and mixing as well as application. T/F

True

Storing pesticides inside the car or truck cab is not hazardous if the applicator is the only person using the vehicle. T/F

False

If a highly toxic pesticide is spilled on your skin it is safest to wash the exposed area with soap and water

immediately (within 10 minutes)

Some gloves offer no protection to pesticide exposure, and can even be more hazardous than working with bare hands. Which of these materials should never be used -

leather

For the information concerning the protective clothing to wear when using a given pesticide i tis best to -

read the label

An applicator with a heavy head of hair need not wear a hat to protect from pesticide exposure. T/F

False

The protective safety equipment listed on the label for the use of the applicator is not needed during measuring, weighing and mixing. T/F

False

Respirators protect from pesticide exposure by

absorbing the pesticide

Overdosing usually results in better pest control. T/F

False

Applicators using the buddy system (working in pairs) in applying highly toxic pesticides use this safety procedure for the purpose of -

having assistance in case of accidental exposure

All pesticides have antidotes listed on the label. T/F

False

Pesticide labeling now provides detailed safety precautions for the protection of certified pesticide applicators. T/F

True

That piece of safety equipment usually not needed when using pesticides with the signal word, CAUTION, is -

Respirator

Applicator exposure to pesticides is most liikely to occur

by inhalation during spraying.

New pesticide labeling indicates what the applicator can do to protect his body from pesticide exposure. T/F

True

It is not necessary for an applicator to wash his hands and face frequently when handling and applying moderate to low dermal toxicity pesticides. T/F

False

Cartridges in a respirator worn by a pesticide applicator should be changed after-

6 to 8 hours of use

There is no need to have a blood test when a pesticide applicator is experiencing pesticide poisoning symptoms. T/F

False

Your respirator is working properly if the air you exhale is going through the cartridges. T/F

False

Cholinesterase testing of the blood gives an indication of -

the pesticide's effect on the applicator's body

A good place to store a respirator is-

in a tightly closed plastic bag after it is washed and dried.

Small amounts of some pesticides are allowed in harvested crops. T/F

True

A tolerance status of a pesticide must be established for those uses involving -

food crops

The maximum safe amount of a pesticide allowed on a crop is called its -

tolerance

The amount of pesticide found in a crop at harvest is called its -

residue

Days to harvest interval is the number of days between the last pesticide application and the time of harvest to avoid-

excess residue

Persistent pesticides may be undesirable if they last longer than is needed and result in excess residues and/or injury. T/F

True

If a pesticide residue exceeds the tolerance, the crop -

is subject to condemnation and seizure.

Registration of a pesticide by BPA will be granted if-

all of the above

Tolerances for pesticides are stated as -

ppm

In the regulations of pesticide use to protect man and the environment, the term environment means -

all of the above

Modern pesticides are formulated in such a manner that there is little chance of polluting water with their use. T/F

False

Food and feed can be produced efficiently and economically without excess pesticide residues. T/F

True

Food and feed can be produced efficiently and economically without excess pesticide residues T/F

True

Overdoses of pesticides which remain in the soil for long periods of time maybe harmful to future crops. T/F

True

Airborne pesticides can be harmful to man and other organisms. T/F

True

Some pesticides can reduce crop production by killing pollinating insects. T/F

True

A pesticide off target is not a pollutant if desirable organisms are unaffected. T/F

False

Food chain is away of describing how organisms eat each other. T/F

True

High pesticide residues are most likely to be found in the plant eaters at the bottom of the food chain. T/F

False

Pesticides that can build up in the bodies of organisms are called -

accumulative

A pesticide is any chemical used by man to control pests. T/F

True

Fungicides are used to prevent -

Plant disease

Herbicides are used to control -

weeds

Acarcides are used to control -

mites