NEW BRUNSWICK STRUCTURAL PEST CONTROL
EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
(VERIFIED ANSWERS) Q&A 2026/2027 |INSTANT
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1. What is the main purpose of structural pest control?
A. Increase pesticide use in buildings
B. Eliminate all living organisms indoors
C. Manage and control pests that threaten structures, health,
or property
D. Replace sanitation practices
Correct Answer: C. Manage and control pests that threaten
structures, health, or property
Rationale: Structural pest control focuses on preventing and
managing pests in and around buildings while protecting
people, property, and the environment.
2. Before applying a pesticide indoors, the first step should be
to:
A. Mix the pesticide immediately
B. Identify the pest and assess the problem
C. Increase the application rate
D. Spray all areas of the building
Correct Answer: B. Identify the pest and assess the problem
,Rationale: Proper pest identification and inspection are
essential parts of Integrated Pest Management (IPM).
3. Integrated Pest Management (IPM) emphasizes:
A. Using pesticides as the only control method
B. Preventing pests through monitoring and multiple control
methods
C. Applying pesticides regularly regardless of pest presence
D. Ignoring sanitation
Correct Answer: B. Preventing pests through monitoring and
multiple control methods
Rationale: IPM combines inspection, prevention, monitoring,
and appropriate treatments to reduce pest problems.
4. Which organization regulates pesticides in Canada?
A. Health Canada Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA)
B. Transport Canada
C. Agriculture Canada only
D. Environment Canada only
Correct Answer: A. Health Canada Pest Management
Regulatory Agency (PMRA)
Rationale: PMRA regulates pesticide registration, labels, and
use requirements in Canada.
,5. A pesticide label is considered:
A. Optional advice
B. A legal document
C. A suggestion only
D. A marketing brochure
Correct Answer: B. A legal document
Rationale: Canadian pesticide users must follow label directions
because pesticide labels are legally enforceable.
6. The best method for preventing cockroach infestations is:
A. Increasing pesticide applications
B. Removing food, water, and hiding places
C. Leaving garbage uncovered
D. Increasing indoor humidity
Correct Answer: B. Removing food, water, and hiding places
Rationale: Cockroach management relies heavily on sanitation
and eliminating conditions that support survival.
7. Which pest commonly damages wood structures?
A. Ants only
B. Termites
, C. Flies
D. Stored-product moths
Correct Answer: B. Termites
Rationale: Termites feed on cellulose and can cause significant
structural damage.
8. The purpose of a pesticide registration number on a
product is to:
A. Show the product colour
B. Identify approved pesticide registration
C. Show the price
D. Indicate toxicity level only
Correct Answer: B. Identify approved pesticide registration
Rationale: Canadian pesticides must have a Pest Control
Product (PCP) number indicating regulatory approval.
9. Which personal protective equipment (PPE) protects the
eyes during pesticide mixing?
A. Ear plugs
B. Safety goggles
C. Steel-toed boots
D. Cotton gloves only
Correct Answer: B. Safety goggles
EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
(VERIFIED ANSWERS) Q&A 2026/2027 |INSTANT
DOWNLOAD PDF
1. What is the main purpose of structural pest control?
A. Increase pesticide use in buildings
B. Eliminate all living organisms indoors
C. Manage and control pests that threaten structures, health,
or property
D. Replace sanitation practices
Correct Answer: C. Manage and control pests that threaten
structures, health, or property
Rationale: Structural pest control focuses on preventing and
managing pests in and around buildings while protecting
people, property, and the environment.
2. Before applying a pesticide indoors, the first step should be
to:
A. Mix the pesticide immediately
B. Identify the pest and assess the problem
C. Increase the application rate
D. Spray all areas of the building
Correct Answer: B. Identify the pest and assess the problem
,Rationale: Proper pest identification and inspection are
essential parts of Integrated Pest Management (IPM).
3. Integrated Pest Management (IPM) emphasizes:
A. Using pesticides as the only control method
B. Preventing pests through monitoring and multiple control
methods
C. Applying pesticides regularly regardless of pest presence
D. Ignoring sanitation
Correct Answer: B. Preventing pests through monitoring and
multiple control methods
Rationale: IPM combines inspection, prevention, monitoring,
and appropriate treatments to reduce pest problems.
4. Which organization regulates pesticides in Canada?
A. Health Canada Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA)
B. Transport Canada
C. Agriculture Canada only
D. Environment Canada only
Correct Answer: A. Health Canada Pest Management
Regulatory Agency (PMRA)
Rationale: PMRA regulates pesticide registration, labels, and
use requirements in Canada.
,5. A pesticide label is considered:
A. Optional advice
B. A legal document
C. A suggestion only
D. A marketing brochure
Correct Answer: B. A legal document
Rationale: Canadian pesticide users must follow label directions
because pesticide labels are legally enforceable.
6. The best method for preventing cockroach infestations is:
A. Increasing pesticide applications
B. Removing food, water, and hiding places
C. Leaving garbage uncovered
D. Increasing indoor humidity
Correct Answer: B. Removing food, water, and hiding places
Rationale: Cockroach management relies heavily on sanitation
and eliminating conditions that support survival.
7. Which pest commonly damages wood structures?
A. Ants only
B. Termites
, C. Flies
D. Stored-product moths
Correct Answer: B. Termites
Rationale: Termites feed on cellulose and can cause significant
structural damage.
8. The purpose of a pesticide registration number on a
product is to:
A. Show the product colour
B. Identify approved pesticide registration
C. Show the price
D. Indicate toxicity level only
Correct Answer: B. Identify approved pesticide registration
Rationale: Canadian pesticides must have a Pest Control
Product (PCP) number indicating regulatory approval.
9. Which personal protective equipment (PPE) protects the
eyes during pesticide mixing?
A. Ear plugs
B. Safety goggles
C. Steel-toed boots
D. Cotton gloves only
Correct Answer: B. Safety goggles
