Indiana Pesticide Applicator Core Training E x a m
2026-2027 ACTUAL PRACTICE
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
\VERIFIED 100%
What is the best type of vehicle for transporting pesticides?
an open pickup truck
What items must be included on the label if a product is transferred to a service
container?
-Brand name
-EPA #
-Name of Active ingredient(s)
-% of each active ingredient
*Applicator must have a copy of the ENTIRE label in their possession
,What is the best way to keep pesticides out of the ground water?
Follow label directions
To protect bees, when should pesticides be applied?
Before dawn, after dusk, or in a temperature less than 55
What formulation type is the most hazardous to bees?
Microencapsulated because it can be carried back to the hive
,What practices reduce the risk of water contamination?
-Use anti-backflow devices or
leave a gap of air accurate
calibration
-selecting the lowest labeled rate
-assess potential for contamination before application
-use products that do not restrict use near water
-do not treat if rain is forecasted
-follow label directions about leaving untreated areas
-avoid spills
-triple or pressure rinse containers
, What are the steps you should follow in the event of a serious spill?
-Confine spill to the site and keep out of water
-Keep unauthorized people out of area until clean
-Do not leave the spill site until it is clean or help arrives
-Report the spill
-Read product label to determine how to neutralize
-Call OICS
What are the steps to handle minor spills?
-Sweep/Scoop dry formulation and apply to a label approved site
-Soak up liquids with absorbent material (saw dust, pet litter) and apply to
label approved site
2026-2027 ACTUAL PRACTICE
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
\VERIFIED 100%
What is the best type of vehicle for transporting pesticides?
an open pickup truck
What items must be included on the label if a product is transferred to a service
container?
-Brand name
-EPA #
-Name of Active ingredient(s)
-% of each active ingredient
*Applicator must have a copy of the ENTIRE label in their possession
,What is the best way to keep pesticides out of the ground water?
Follow label directions
To protect bees, when should pesticides be applied?
Before dawn, after dusk, or in a temperature less than 55
What formulation type is the most hazardous to bees?
Microencapsulated because it can be carried back to the hive
,What practices reduce the risk of water contamination?
-Use anti-backflow devices or
leave a gap of air accurate
calibration
-selecting the lowest labeled rate
-assess potential for contamination before application
-use products that do not restrict use near water
-do not treat if rain is forecasted
-follow label directions about leaving untreated areas
-avoid spills
-triple or pressure rinse containers
, What are the steps you should follow in the event of a serious spill?
-Confine spill to the site and keep out of water
-Keep unauthorized people out of area until clean
-Do not leave the spill site until it is clean or help arrives
-Report the spill
-Read product label to determine how to neutralize
-Call OICS
What are the steps to handle minor spills?
-Sweep/Scoop dry formulation and apply to a label approved site
-Soak up liquids with absorbent material (saw dust, pet litter) and apply to
label approved site
