CATEGORY 3A 3B PESTICIDE
CERTIFICATION REVIEW SET 2026
ANSWERS GUARANTEED PASS
⫸ Chronic Toxicity refers to toxicity from Answer: many small
exposures to a pesticide
⫸ The Term LD50 refers to the level of toxicity where Answer: 50%
mortality is observed
⫸ Pyrethroid pesticides exert their toxicity in the form of Answer: a
nerve poison with symptoms similar to chlorinated hydrocarbons
⫸ Chronic Toxicity tests are conducted to determine Answer:
Teratogenic and Carcinogenic effects
⫸ A carcinogen is a material that causes Answer: cancer
⫸ A neurotoxin is a material that causes Answer: toxicity to the nervous
system
⫸ A teratogen is a material that causes Answer: birth defects
,⫸ The most common cause of pesticide poisoning to the applicator is
through Answer: dermal exposure
⫸ Skin exposure usually occurs via Answer: mixing, application
procedures, spills, or contact with residues
⫸ Eye contact with pesticides can be prevented by using Answer: a face
shield or goggles
⫸ Fire posing a unique risk because... Answer: of the toxic fumes that
may be produced
⫸ Drift is a problem during which types of applications? Answer:
during turf, ornamental and interior applications
⫸ Phytoxicity can occur because of Answer: an improper selection of a
pesticide and a sensitive plant being treated
⫸ During some spraying operations less than... Answer: 50% reaches
the target area
⫸ The use of check vales to prevent back siphonage is Answer: required
by NJ Law
, ⫸ If a spill occurs during the use of a pesticide, you should first...
Answer: clean the spill up
⫸ The use of a respirator is mandatory when Answer: required by state
law OR the label
⫸ The first step toward obtaining information regarding a pesticide is to
Answer: Read the pesticide label
⫸ Chemical resistant gloves should be worn when Answer: mixing and
loading and applying the pesticide
⫸ The use of a respirator should be used whenever the pesticide label
requires it (T/F) Answer: True
⫸ Respirators should not be stored in the same storage space as
pesticides Answer: True
⫸ Goggles must be worn to protect the eyes when Answer: wearing a
respirator
⫸ If a poisoning occurs one should Answer: treated the subject for
shock, consult the label or MSDS and call for medical help
⫸ Blood testing is a means of monitoring exposure to Answer:
organophosphate and carbamate pesticides
CERTIFICATION REVIEW SET 2026
ANSWERS GUARANTEED PASS
⫸ Chronic Toxicity refers to toxicity from Answer: many small
exposures to a pesticide
⫸ The Term LD50 refers to the level of toxicity where Answer: 50%
mortality is observed
⫸ Pyrethroid pesticides exert their toxicity in the form of Answer: a
nerve poison with symptoms similar to chlorinated hydrocarbons
⫸ Chronic Toxicity tests are conducted to determine Answer:
Teratogenic and Carcinogenic effects
⫸ A carcinogen is a material that causes Answer: cancer
⫸ A neurotoxin is a material that causes Answer: toxicity to the nervous
system
⫸ A teratogen is a material that causes Answer: birth defects
,⫸ The most common cause of pesticide poisoning to the applicator is
through Answer: dermal exposure
⫸ Skin exposure usually occurs via Answer: mixing, application
procedures, spills, or contact with residues
⫸ Eye contact with pesticides can be prevented by using Answer: a face
shield or goggles
⫸ Fire posing a unique risk because... Answer: of the toxic fumes that
may be produced
⫸ Drift is a problem during which types of applications? Answer:
during turf, ornamental and interior applications
⫸ Phytoxicity can occur because of Answer: an improper selection of a
pesticide and a sensitive plant being treated
⫸ During some spraying operations less than... Answer: 50% reaches
the target area
⫸ The use of check vales to prevent back siphonage is Answer: required
by NJ Law
, ⫸ If a spill occurs during the use of a pesticide, you should first...
Answer: clean the spill up
⫸ The use of a respirator is mandatory when Answer: required by state
law OR the label
⫸ The first step toward obtaining information regarding a pesticide is to
Answer: Read the pesticide label
⫸ Chemical resistant gloves should be worn when Answer: mixing and
loading and applying the pesticide
⫸ The use of a respirator should be used whenever the pesticide label
requires it (T/F) Answer: True
⫸ Respirators should not be stored in the same storage space as
pesticides Answer: True
⫸ Goggles must be worn to protect the eyes when Answer: wearing a
respirator
⫸ If a poisoning occurs one should Answer: treated the subject for
shock, consult the label or MSDS and call for medical help
⫸ Blood testing is a means of monitoring exposure to Answer:
organophosphate and carbamate pesticides
