FLORIDA TERMITE & WDO EXAM ACTUAL
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EXAM OVERVIEW
The Florida Termite & WDO Certification Exam tests knowledge of:
• Wood-Destroying Organism (WDO) Identification – termites, beetles, and
wood-decay fungi
• Inspection Procedures – FDACS Form 13645 compliance, accessible areas, and
reporting
• Treatment Methods – liquid termiticides, baits, fumigation, and wood
treatments
• Florida Regulations – FS Chapter 482, FIFRA, FDACS rules, and record-keeping
requirements
• Safety and Equipment – pesticide application, PPE, and equipment maintenance
The exam covers both the General Household Pest (GHP) and WDO categories for
Florida pest control licensure .
SECTION 1: WDO Inspection Procedures & Form 13645
1. What form is required by Florida law for a Wood-Destroying Organism
inspection in a real estate transaction?
A) NPMA-33
B) FDACS Form 13645
C) OSHA Form 300
D) EPA Form 7540
Answer: B) FDACS Form 13645
,Rationale: Florida Statute 482.226 requires the use of FDACS Form 13645 (Wood-
Destroying Organism Inspection Report) for WDO inspections in real estate transactions.
Some lenders may require the NPMA-33 form as well, but if so, the inspector must
complete both forms to remain compliant with Florida law .
2. According to the definition as they pertain to WDO inspections, "live or living"
would include all of the following EXCEPT:
A) Live termites in wood
B) Wood-decay fungi fruiting bodies
C) Powderpost beetle frass streaming out of holes
D) Active subterranean termite tubes
Answer: C) Powderpost beetle frass streaming out of holes
Rationale: Frass streaming out of holes from powderpost beetles indicates an active
infestation, but the term "live or living" typically applies to actual organisms present. The
presence of frass alone, without visible live insects, indicates historical activity. However,
for FDACS reporting, recent frass may still need to be reported as evidence of infestation .
3. Under the definitions as they pertain to WDO inspections, "structures" would
include all of the following BUT NOT:
A) Attached garages
B) Detached private fences
C) Main dwelling units
D) Porches and patios attached to the house
Answer: B) Detached private fences
Rationale: For the purpose of a FDACS Form 13645 inspection, structures include the main
dwelling, attached garages, porches, and patios. Detached private fences are typically
excluded from WDO inspection reports unless specifically requested. Treehouses are also
excluded .
,4. Which of the following would NOT be a valid reason for excluding the
inspection of the entire attic of a structure?
A) Insulation covers truss trails
B) The attic entrance is blocked by stored items
C) The attic opening is less than 20" x 20"
D) The attic is filled with insulation
Answer: A) Insulation covers truss trails
Rationale: According to industry baseline practices, insulation covering truss trails is not a
valid reason to exclude an attic inspection. Inspectors should move insulation where
possible to access structural members. Inaccessible areas must be documented in Section 3
of Form 13645, but insulation cover alone does not justify exclusion .
5. According to industry baseline practices, what is the minimum opening size for
an attic entrance?
A) 18" x 18"
B) 20" x 20"
C) 22" x 22"
D) 24" x 24"
Answer: B) 20" x 20"
Rationale: The industry baseline standard for attic access is a minimum opening of 20
inches by 20 inches. Smaller openings may be considered inaccessible and should be
documented as such on the inspection report .
6. According to industry baseline practices, what is the minimum opening size
through the truss webbing in the attic?
A) 18" x 18"
B) 20" x 20"
C) 22" x 48"
D) 24" x 24"
, Answer: C) 22" x 48"
Rationale: For safe passage through truss webbing in the attic, the minimum opening is 22
inches by 48 inches. This standard ensures the inspector can safely access and inspect attic
areas .
7. Which of the following reasons would NOT allow you to exclude the crawl space
of a structure from the Form 13645 inspection?
A) Plastic vapor barrier on the ground
B) The crawl space entrance is less than 18" x 24"
C) The crawl space is flooded
D) The crawl space is blocked by debris
Answer: A) Plastic vapor barrier on the ground
Rationale: A plastic vapor barrier does not justify excluding a crawl space inspection.
Inspectors should still access the crawl space and can move vapor barriers as needed.
Blocked entrances, flooded conditions, or small openings may warrant exclusion, but these
must be documented in Section 3 of Form 13645 .
8. If you do not properly check any boxes in Section 3 (Obstructions and
Inaccessible Areas) on Form 13645, this indicates that:
A) The area was not inspected
B) The area was inspected and considered accessible
C) The area was damaged
D) The area was treated
Answer: B) The area was inspected and considered accessible
Rationale: Section 3 of Form 13645 documents obstructions and inaccessible areas. If no
boxes are checked, the inspector is indicating that all areas were inspected and accessible.
This makes the inspector liable for any missed infestations in those areas .
2026/2027 | Verified Questions & Answers | 100%
Correct | Pass Guaranteed - A+ Graded
EXAM OVERVIEW
The Florida Termite & WDO Certification Exam tests knowledge of:
• Wood-Destroying Organism (WDO) Identification – termites, beetles, and
wood-decay fungi
• Inspection Procedures – FDACS Form 13645 compliance, accessible areas, and
reporting
• Treatment Methods – liquid termiticides, baits, fumigation, and wood
treatments
• Florida Regulations – FS Chapter 482, FIFRA, FDACS rules, and record-keeping
requirements
• Safety and Equipment – pesticide application, PPE, and equipment maintenance
The exam covers both the General Household Pest (GHP) and WDO categories for
Florida pest control licensure .
SECTION 1: WDO Inspection Procedures & Form 13645
1. What form is required by Florida law for a Wood-Destroying Organism
inspection in a real estate transaction?
A) NPMA-33
B) FDACS Form 13645
C) OSHA Form 300
D) EPA Form 7540
Answer: B) FDACS Form 13645
,Rationale: Florida Statute 482.226 requires the use of FDACS Form 13645 (Wood-
Destroying Organism Inspection Report) for WDO inspections in real estate transactions.
Some lenders may require the NPMA-33 form as well, but if so, the inspector must
complete both forms to remain compliant with Florida law .
2. According to the definition as they pertain to WDO inspections, "live or living"
would include all of the following EXCEPT:
A) Live termites in wood
B) Wood-decay fungi fruiting bodies
C) Powderpost beetle frass streaming out of holes
D) Active subterranean termite tubes
Answer: C) Powderpost beetle frass streaming out of holes
Rationale: Frass streaming out of holes from powderpost beetles indicates an active
infestation, but the term "live or living" typically applies to actual organisms present. The
presence of frass alone, without visible live insects, indicates historical activity. However,
for FDACS reporting, recent frass may still need to be reported as evidence of infestation .
3. Under the definitions as they pertain to WDO inspections, "structures" would
include all of the following BUT NOT:
A) Attached garages
B) Detached private fences
C) Main dwelling units
D) Porches and patios attached to the house
Answer: B) Detached private fences
Rationale: For the purpose of a FDACS Form 13645 inspection, structures include the main
dwelling, attached garages, porches, and patios. Detached private fences are typically
excluded from WDO inspection reports unless specifically requested. Treehouses are also
excluded .
,4. Which of the following would NOT be a valid reason for excluding the
inspection of the entire attic of a structure?
A) Insulation covers truss trails
B) The attic entrance is blocked by stored items
C) The attic opening is less than 20" x 20"
D) The attic is filled with insulation
Answer: A) Insulation covers truss trails
Rationale: According to industry baseline practices, insulation covering truss trails is not a
valid reason to exclude an attic inspection. Inspectors should move insulation where
possible to access structural members. Inaccessible areas must be documented in Section 3
of Form 13645, but insulation cover alone does not justify exclusion .
5. According to industry baseline practices, what is the minimum opening size for
an attic entrance?
A) 18" x 18"
B) 20" x 20"
C) 22" x 22"
D) 24" x 24"
Answer: B) 20" x 20"
Rationale: The industry baseline standard for attic access is a minimum opening of 20
inches by 20 inches. Smaller openings may be considered inaccessible and should be
documented as such on the inspection report .
6. According to industry baseline practices, what is the minimum opening size
through the truss webbing in the attic?
A) 18" x 18"
B) 20" x 20"
C) 22" x 48"
D) 24" x 24"
, Answer: C) 22" x 48"
Rationale: For safe passage through truss webbing in the attic, the minimum opening is 22
inches by 48 inches. This standard ensures the inspector can safely access and inspect attic
areas .
7. Which of the following reasons would NOT allow you to exclude the crawl space
of a structure from the Form 13645 inspection?
A) Plastic vapor barrier on the ground
B) The crawl space entrance is less than 18" x 24"
C) The crawl space is flooded
D) The crawl space is blocked by debris
Answer: A) Plastic vapor barrier on the ground
Rationale: A plastic vapor barrier does not justify excluding a crawl space inspection.
Inspectors should still access the crawl space and can move vapor barriers as needed.
Blocked entrances, flooded conditions, or small openings may warrant exclusion, but these
must be documented in Section 3 of Form 13645 .
8. If you do not properly check any boxes in Section 3 (Obstructions and
Inaccessible Areas) on Form 13645, this indicates that:
A) The area was not inspected
B) The area was inspected and considered accessible
C) The area was damaged
D) The area was treated
Answer: B) The area was inspected and considered accessible
Rationale: Section 3 of Form 13645 documents obstructions and inaccessible areas. If no
boxes are checked, the inspector is indicating that all areas were inspected and accessible.
This makes the inspector liable for any missed infestations in those areas .
