Structural and Health Related Utah Pest

What is considered to be habitat of endanger species?

The areas of land water and air space needed by a species

What conditions reduce the effectiveness of glue boards when they are used to trap rodents?

When conditions are very dusty and the temperatures are very cold

For a structural pesticide treatment to be effective in the control of cockroaches,

what other control strategies must be implemented?

Alter their habitat by eliminating food and shelter

The basic strategies for the control of structural pests include inspection of the structure, Diagnosis of the problem, prescription for control, application or treatment, and evaluation of the control measures.

During the prescription step what should be accomplished?

Decide how, when, where, and what control measures are needed

The basic strategies for structural pest control include inspection, Diagnosis prescription for control, application or treatment and evaluation.

During the Diagnosis step, what should be accomplished?

Identify the pest and factors contributing to the infestation.

The basic strategies for structural pest control include inspection, Diagnosis prescription for control, application or treatment and evaluation.

During the inspection step, what should be accomplished?

Look for evidence of infestation and means of pest entry

The basic strategies for structural pest control include inspection, Diagnosis prescription for control, application or treatment and evaluation.

During the evaluation step, what should be accomplished?

Periodically assess effectiveness of pest strategy

When should trapping be the preferred control method rather than using rodenticides?

When only a few rodents are present

when a pesticide treatment is applied or implemented for the control of structural pests,

what treatment areas should be targeted?

Areas visited and inhabited by the pests

when carpenter ants invade wooden structures,

What is the best pesticide application method for effective control of the colony?

The ants nest must be found and treated

effective control programs for structural pests commonly include a pesticide treatment combined with what other control method?

Adjustmet or modification of the pest habitat.

When box elder bugs are found inside a structure, which of the following describes the appropriate method control

Remove with a vacuum

When inspecting the inside of a wooden structure to locate carpenter ad colonies, which of the following locations are the critical sites to inspect?

Wood contacting soil, in crawl spaces, and under concrete slabs.

For pesticide spray application to be effective in managin an infestation by cockroaches,

what other control strategy is necessary?

Sanitize the untested areas and keep the structure clean

Which of the following will reduce the likelihood that crickets will move into a structure?

Treating the exterior perimeter of the structure with insecticides

What method of pesticide treatment is best to prevent ground beetles from entering a structure?

Spray insecticide around the outside of a structure's perimeter

Which of the following are all factors that influence the movement of pesticides into groundwater?

Soil type, soil moisture, and presence of organic matter.

Which of the following are all factors that influence the movement of pesticides into groundwater?

Pesticide placement, persistence and frequency of application

Which of the following are sites where a pesticide application is less likely to contaminate groundwater?

Over clay soils that contain organic matter

why are bees highly beneficial to humans?

They pollinate crops and native plants

When is the contamination of groundwater of special concern to a pesticide applicator?

In release sites where groundwater is close to the surface

Insecticides are most effective at controlling fly populations when which of the following conditions exist?

The insecticide treatment site has a large fly population

Insecticides used to treat wasp nests should include a persistent insecticide combined with which of the following?

Pyrethrins to quickly knock the wasps down so they don't attack.

What pesticide treatment is typically more effective in killing or controlling ant colonies?

Pesticide bait that is taken back to the nest.

When are fumigants appropriate for rodent control?

For rodents in their burrows; in railcars and ships

Refer to the Chlorpyrifos Pro 2 label. According to the label, what is the appropriate concentration of Chlorpyrifos Pro 2 for low volume directed spray applications?

0.5% concentration

Refer to the Chlorpyrifos Pro 2 label. According to the label, which of the following are treatments sites where Chlorpyrifos Pro 2 may be applied for the control of insects?

Turf in golf courses, industrial plant sites, and road medians

Refer to the Chlorpyrifos Pro 2 label. According to the label, which of the following is an appropriate treatment site for this pesticide?

The exterior perimeter of industrial plant sites

Refer to the Chlorpyrifos Pro 2 label. According to the label, what is the appropriate first aid if this insecticide is swallowed?

Contact poison control center or doctor for treatment advice

Refer to the Chlorpyrifos Pro 2 label. According to the label, what should be done prior to tank mixing Chlorpyrifos Pro 2 with other pesticides with similar use patterns?

Perform a small jar compatibility test using appropriate proportions of the pesticides

Refer to the Chlorpyrifos Pro 2 label. According to the label, what is the immediate first aid if this insecticide is splashed into eyes?

Gently wash eyes with water for 15-20 minutes

Refer to the Chlorpyrifos Pro 2 label. According to the label, which of the following is a true statement with respect ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS?

It is extremely toxic to fish, birds, and other wildlife

Refer to the Chlorpyrifos Pro 2 label. According to the label, which of the following is a true statement with respect to the Precautionary Statements?

This product is harmful if absorbed through the skin or inhaled

Refer to the Chlorpyrifos Pro 2 label. According to the label mixing directions, which of the following describes the correct procedure for TANK MIXING Chlorpyrifos Pro 2.

Half fill tank, add insecticide, agitate, then slowly fill with water

Refer to the Chlorpyrifos Pro 2 label. According to the label, which of the following is an appropriate treatment site for this pesticide?

The exterior perimeter of food processing plants

Refer to the Chlorpyrifos Pro 2 label. According to the label, which of the following are treatment sites that may be treated with Chlorpyrifos Pro 2 for the control of wood infesting insects?

fence posts, utilities poles, and railroad ties

Refer to the Chlorpyrifos Pro 2 label. According to the label, what is the restricted entry interval (REI) for non-agricultural applications of this insecticide?

Keep unprotected people out of treated areas until spray is dry

Refer to the Chlorpyrifos Pro 2 label. According to the label, which of the following statements correctly describes why Chlorpyrifos Pro 2 is registered as a RESTRICTED USE PESTICIDE (RUP)?

The health hazards associated with organophosphates

The perimeter of a rectangular building measures 90 feet by 60 feet and is to be treated with pesticide. If a swath 5 feet wide is to be treated around the entire perimeter, what is the approximate number of square feet that will be treated?

1500 square feet

An industrial structure requires an interior treatment around the perimeter. The perimeter measures 1000 feet by 100 feet and the label says to apply in 2 foot wide strips around the perimeter. Mixing instructions say to mix .05 ounces per 1000 square feet and mix 2 gallons per ounce of water. How much Active Ingredient will be used and how much water for the applied formulation?

4.4 gallons of water and 2.2 ounces of active ingredient.

A label specifies .05 ounces of pesticide formulation be applied per 1000 square feet and that each ounce of formulation must be diluted with at least 1 gallons of water. What amount of pesticide formulation and water is required to treat 2000 square feet?

1 oz of active ingredient in 2.5 gallons of water

A label specifies 1 ounce active ingredient formulation be applied per 1000 exterior linear feet of a residence and each ounce of the active ingredient is to be diluted with 1 gallon of water. The residence has the dimensions of 24 feet x 50 feet. How much active ingredient will be used and how much water?

2.4 ounces of active ingredient in 2.4 gallons of water

A label specifies 2 ounces of pesticide formulation per 1000 square feet and 2 gallons of water per ounce of formulation. How much formulation should be applied to an industrial site of 10,000 square feet?

Solution: 1 oz per 2 gallons of water for 500 sqft. 10,000 sqft / 500 sqft = 20. 20 X 1 oz = 20 oz. 20 X 2 gal = 40 gal. Divide both by 2.

10 ounces of active ingredient and 20 gallons of water

A 75% active ingredient (a.i.) formulation is to be mixed with water to make 2 gallons with a 1% dilution. How many ounces of the 75% a.i. pesticide are needed to produce this quantity of dilution?

Note: 1 gallon = 128 ounces 75% = 0.75 1% = .01

Formula = (? gallons x 128 oz per gallon) = ? oz

(1% of total oz = ?) divide by (% higher concentration)

3.41 ounces

A 50% active ingredient (a.i.) pesticide formulation is to be mixed with water to make 3 gallons with a 2% dilution. How many ounces of the 50% a.i. pesticide are needed to produce this quantity of dilution?

Note: 1 gallon = 128 ounces 50% = 0.50 2% = .02

Formula = (? gallons x 128 oz per gallon) = ? oz

(2% of total oz = ?) divide by (% higher concentration)

15.36 ounces

The perimeter of a rectangular building measures 72 feet by 45 feet and is to be treated with pesticide. If a swath 4 feet wide is to be treated around the entire perimeter, what is the approximate number of square feet that will be treated?

1000 square feet

A pesticide label requires 1.5 ounces of the formulation be mixed with 254.5 ounces of water to create a 2-gallon mixture at 2% dilution. How many ounces of this pesticide formulation are needed to mix 5 gallons with a 2% dilution?

Solution: (0.015 / 0.02) X 5

3.75 ounces

If a pesticide label specifies an application rate of 1.25 gallons of formulation per acre, what quantity of pesticide formulation should be applied to a 10,000 square foot industrial building?

Note: 1 acre = 43,560 square feet

0.29 gallons

During simple metamorphosis, insects pass through what basic life forms?

Egg, nymph, and adult stages

During complete metamorphosis, insects pass through what basic life forms?

Egg, larva, pupa, and adult stages

Which of the following attributes characterize insects?

Antenna on head, 3 pairs of legs on thorax, and an abdomen

Cockroaches typically require what length of time to complete a life cycle?

2 to 3 months

Which of the following are examples of cockroaches commonly found in Utah?

German, oriental, and brown banded cockroaches

What are the advantages of traps in the control of rodents?

Effectiveness can be observed and dead rodents removed

Which of the following rodents is the most common host of the Hantavirus in Utah?

Deer mouse

Which of the following are the main rodents found in Utah?

Norway rat, house mouse, and deer mouse

Which of the following describe the attributes of the common house mouse?

Have keen sense of smell, hearing, and touch with poor vision

How does the bedbug feed?

The bedbug is a human bloodsucker

Which of the following is an indication that there is a bedbug infestation?

Excrement spots and blood stains on sheets

In cases of interior spider infestations, what are some alternatives to applying pesticides?

Place sticky traps and glueboards on floors

What two species of spiders found in Utah, are also poisonous to humans?

Black widow and hobo spider

Which of the following attributes characterize arachnids?

A cephalothorax with 4 pairs of legs and no antenna

Ants typically invade structures for what purpose?

In search of food

Why are the majority of wasps and hornets highly beneficial to humans?

They are predators of pest insects such as mosquitos

Indian meal moth larvae typically infest what food products in Utah?

Large, permanent storages of nuts, seed, and oatmeal

Typically, how much time is required for flies to complete development from egg to larva to pupa to adult to egg?

7 to 14 days

What type of leaf damage do elm leaf beetles cause?

Skeletonizing - feeding between the larger leaf veins

If large populations of carpet beetles suddenly appear in or around a structure, what other animals are likely to be present?

A dead bird or rodent

If a dog kennel is infested with brown dog ticks, how long after the dog is removed from the kennel, can the ticks survive and re-infest a dog?

6 to 8 months

Which of the following traits are common to brown dog ticks?

This tick almost always feeds and reproduces on dogs