Canada: Pesticide Applicator:
Canadian and Provincial (SK)
Regulations Questions with Correct
Solutions.
4 Classifications of Pesticides in Canada - Answer Domestic, Commercial, Restricted,
Manufacturing
Describe the Pest Control Products act and regulations - Answer most important federal
legislation regulating pesticides in Canada. It prevents risks to people and the environment.
Promotes the development of sustainable pest management
How does the Food and Drugs act Regulate Pesticides? - Answer before a pesticide can be
used on a food crop the manufacture must prove its safety to health canada as part of the
registration process and a maximum residue limit established
How does the migratory birds convention act regulate pesticide? - Answer -If migratory birds
are harmed by pesticides an applicator may be prosecuted under federal law.
-If non migratory birds are harmed the applicator may be prosecuted under provincial law if the
birds are protected by provincial regulations.
How does the fisheries act regulate pesticides? - Answer -protect both fish and the water
where fish live. the act prohibits the addition or run off of harmful substances into water
inhabited by fish.
-Harmful substances including fuels, solvents, lubricants, most types of chemicals, and soil thats
been moved off the land and entered the waterway
how does the TDG regulate pesticides? - Answer the act regulates the TDG by air, road and
water
what is Class 1 of TDG? - Answer Explosives
what is Class 2 of TDG? - Answer Gases
what is Class 3 of TDG? - Answer Flammable Liquid
what is Class 4 of TDG? - Answer Flammable Solids
, what is Class 5 of TDG? - Answer Oxidizing Substances
what is Class 6 of TDG? - Answer Toxic & Infectious Substances
what is Class 7 of TDG? - Answer Radioactive Materials
what is Class 8 of TDG? - Answer Corrosives
what is Class 9 of TDG? - Answer Miscellaneous
List the Pesticide Applicator responsibilities under the PCP (Pest Control Products) act - Answer
-Possess and use only registered pesticides.
-Following the instructions on the label, ensuring pesticide is stored and disposed of safely.
-Not repacking pesticides for distribution.
-Not advertising a pest control product in a way that is false or misleading.
What documents are required when shipping/transporting pesticides? - Answer -Shipping
documents
-Special labels and markings
-Vehicle signs indicating the type of dangerous goods carried
-training certificates
-safety procedures
What is the purpose of the Canada Labour Code (CDC)? - Answer to minimize workplace
accidents and injuries. these standards ensure that employees are not put at risk by dangerous
substances in the workplace.
What is the CDC administered under? - Answer Canada Occupational Health and Safety Act
and Regulations
What act regulates WHMIS? - Answer WHMIS is regulated by the Occupational Health and
Safety Act
What is the purpose of WHMIS? - Answer it provides employers and employees with
information on hazardous materials in the workplace.
What are the 3 ways product information is given? - Answer -Warning Labels
Canadian and Provincial (SK)
Regulations Questions with Correct
Solutions.
4 Classifications of Pesticides in Canada - Answer Domestic, Commercial, Restricted,
Manufacturing
Describe the Pest Control Products act and regulations - Answer most important federal
legislation regulating pesticides in Canada. It prevents risks to people and the environment.
Promotes the development of sustainable pest management
How does the Food and Drugs act Regulate Pesticides? - Answer before a pesticide can be
used on a food crop the manufacture must prove its safety to health canada as part of the
registration process and a maximum residue limit established
How does the migratory birds convention act regulate pesticide? - Answer -If migratory birds
are harmed by pesticides an applicator may be prosecuted under federal law.
-If non migratory birds are harmed the applicator may be prosecuted under provincial law if the
birds are protected by provincial regulations.
How does the fisheries act regulate pesticides? - Answer -protect both fish and the water
where fish live. the act prohibits the addition or run off of harmful substances into water
inhabited by fish.
-Harmful substances including fuels, solvents, lubricants, most types of chemicals, and soil thats
been moved off the land and entered the waterway
how does the TDG regulate pesticides? - Answer the act regulates the TDG by air, road and
water
what is Class 1 of TDG? - Answer Explosives
what is Class 2 of TDG? - Answer Gases
what is Class 3 of TDG? - Answer Flammable Liquid
what is Class 4 of TDG? - Answer Flammable Solids
, what is Class 5 of TDG? - Answer Oxidizing Substances
what is Class 6 of TDG? - Answer Toxic & Infectious Substances
what is Class 7 of TDG? - Answer Radioactive Materials
what is Class 8 of TDG? - Answer Corrosives
what is Class 9 of TDG? - Answer Miscellaneous
List the Pesticide Applicator responsibilities under the PCP (Pest Control Products) act - Answer
-Possess and use only registered pesticides.
-Following the instructions on the label, ensuring pesticide is stored and disposed of safely.
-Not repacking pesticides for distribution.
-Not advertising a pest control product in a way that is false or misleading.
What documents are required when shipping/transporting pesticides? - Answer -Shipping
documents
-Special labels and markings
-Vehicle signs indicating the type of dangerous goods carried
-training certificates
-safety procedures
What is the purpose of the Canada Labour Code (CDC)? - Answer to minimize workplace
accidents and injuries. these standards ensure that employees are not put at risk by dangerous
substances in the workplace.
What is the CDC administered under? - Answer Canada Occupational Health and Safety Act
and Regulations
What act regulates WHMIS? - Answer WHMIS is regulated by the Occupational Health and
Safety Act
What is the purpose of WHMIS? - Answer it provides employers and employees with
information on hazardous materials in the workplace.
What are the 3 ways product information is given? - Answer -Warning Labels
