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TENNESSEE PEST CONTROL
INSPECTOR
CERTIFICATION EXAM
QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS WITH DETAILED
RATIONALES CURRENT TESTING
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Section 1: Role & Legal Authority of the Pest Control Inspector
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(Questions 1–12)
1. An inspector employed by a company that holds a General
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Pest and Rodent Control (GRC) license is asked to perform a WDO inspection for a real
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estate transaction. Under Tennessee law, can the inspector legally perform this inspection?
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A. Yes, as long as the company holds a GRC license
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B. No, the inspector must also hold a WDO license or be certified in C07 and working
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under direct supervision of a WDO licensee
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C. Yes, if the inspector has completed a WDO training course D. No, only TDA
employees may perform WDO inspections Correct answer: B. No, the inspector must
also hold a WDO license or be certified in C07 and working under direct supervision
of a WDO licensee
Rationale: Tennessee law specifically limits authorization to conduct WDO inspections
and issue reports to those holding a WDO license or C07 certified individuals working
under direct supervision of a WDO licensee.
2. A pest control inspector employed by a company that holds a
Wood Destroying Organisms (WDO) license is conducting a WDO inspection for a real
estate transaction. The inspector is certified in Category 7 (C07) but does not hold a WDO
license.
Is the inspector legally authorized to perform the inspection?
a. Yes, because C07 certification alone is sufficient
b. No, the inspector must also hold a WDO license
c. Yes, if the inspector is working under the direct supervision of a WDO licensee
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d. No, only TDA employees may perform WDO inspections Correct answer: C. Yes,
if the inspector is working under the direct supervision of a WDO licensee
Rationale: A person certified in Category 7 may conduct inspections when working under
the direct supervision of someone licensed in the category of wood destroying organisms.
3. A newly hired pest control inspector has passed the pesticide applicator certification exam
but has not yet taken the pest control operator license exam. The inspector is asked to
conduct a routine WDO inspection under the supervision of a licensed WDO operator. Is
the inspector legally allowed to perform the inspection?
a. Yes, if the inspector works under the direct supervision of a
WDO licensee
b. No, the inspector must first obtain a WDO license
c. Yes, any employee of a chartered company may perform inspections
d. No, only TDA employees may perform WDO inspections Correct answer: A. Yes,
if the inspector works under the direct supervision of a WDO licensee
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Rationale: Under Tennessee law, a person certified in Category 7 working under the
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direct supervision of a WDO licensee may conduct WDO inspections and issue
reports.
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4. A pest control inspector for a private company is asked to provide expert advice on pest
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control strategies for a commercial facility without performing any pesticide application.
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According to Tennessee regulations, which license category is required for this work?
a. General Pest and Rodent Control (GRC) license
C
b. Pest Control Consultant (PCC) license
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c. Wood Destroying Organisms (WDO) license
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d. No license is required for providing advice
Correct answer: B. Pest Control Consultant (PCC) license
Rationale: The PCC category is intended for professionals who consult on pest control
strategies without performing actual pesticide applications. Applicants for a PCC license
must appear before the Pest Control Board and describe the type of work they will
perform.
5. Under Tennessee Code § 62-21-102, what is the definition of “certification” in the context
of pest control? A. The completion of a 40-hour online safety course
B. The authorization by the commissioner to use, supervise the use of, buy or sell
restricted-use pesticides or to issue a wood-destroying insect infestation inspection report
C. The issuance of a business charter by the TDA
D. The completion of a bachelor’s degree in entomology Correct answer: B. The
authorization by the commissioner to use, supervise the use of, buy or sell
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restricted-use pesticides or to issue a wood-destroying insect infestation inspection
report
Rationale: Tennessee Code § 62-21-102 defines certification as the authorization by the
commissioner to use, supervise the use of, buy or sell restricted use pesticides or to issue
a wood destroying insect infestation inspection report.
6. A pest control inspector is employed by a company that holds a Wood Destroying
Organisms (WDO) license and the inspector also holds a WDO license. The inspector
wishes to open a new branch office. Under Tennessee regulations, a separate charter is
required for the new office. A pest control operator licensee can serve as the licensee for
how many charters? A. One charter only
B. Two charters
C. Three charters
D. An unlimited number of charters
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Correct answer: A. One charter only
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Rationale: A licensee can only be listed on one charter.
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1. Under the Tennessee Application of Pesticides Act of 1978, which individuals are
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authorized to conduct inspections and issue wood-destroying insect infestation reports?
A. Any licensed pest control operator
C
B. Only persons licensed in the category of wood destroying organisms (WDO) or
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certified in C07 working under direct supervision of a WDO licensee
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C. Any real estate agent with pest control training
D. Only employees of the Tennessee Department of Agriculture Correct answer: B. Only
persons licensed in the category of wood destroying organisms (WDO) or certified
in C07 working under direct supervision of a WDO licensee Rationale: Tennessee
law specifically limits authorization to conduct WDO inspections and issue reports to
those holding a WDO license or C07 certified individuals working under direct
supervision of a WDO licensee.
2. A pest control inspector employed by a private company is conducting a Wood
Destroying Organism (WDO) inspection for a real estate transaction. Under Tennessee
Code § 62-21-201, which of the following is required for the inspector to legally issue
the inspection report?
A. The inspector must be licensed in the category of Wood
Destroying Organisms (WDO)
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B. The inspector must be a licensed real estate agent
C. The inspector must be certified in Category 7 (C07) – Industrial, Institutional,
Structural, and Health-Related Pest Control, working under the direct supervision of a
WDO licensee
D. Both A and C are acceptable
Correct answer: D. Both A and C are acceptable
Rationale: The statute authorizes two paths: a person licensed in the category of wood
destroying organisms, or a person certified in Category 7 working under the direct
supervision of someone licensed in the category of wood destroying organisms.
7. According to Tennessee Rule 0080-09-04-.04, a pest control operator license is required
for oversight of technical service work. What is the primary legal obligation of a licensed
pest control operator regarding inspections?
a. To maximize the number of inspections performed each day B. To ensure that all
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inspection and pest control operations comply with state and federal laws and
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regulations
C. To delegate all inspection responsibilities to unlicensed technicians
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D. To only inspect properties owned by the company Correct answer: B. To
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ensure that all inspection and pest control operations comply with state and federal
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laws and regulations
Rationale: The pest control operator license is required for oversight of technical
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service work, meaning the operator is legally responsible for ensuring that all
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activities, including inspections, comply with applicable laws.
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8. A pest control inspector discovers evidence of an active subterranean termite infestation
during a WDO inspection for a home sale. What is the inspector’s legal obligation
regarding the inspection report?
a. Omit the finding to avoid delaying the sale
b. Verbally inform the homeowner but not include it in the written report
c. Include specific findings of any visible infestation or damage, including the
location and extent, in the written inspection report
d. Report the finding only to the real estate agent
Correct answer: C. Include specific findings of any visible infestation or damage,
including the location and extent, in the written inspection report
Rationale: A proper WDO inspection report must clearly describe any visible evidence of
infestation or damage, including the type of organism, location, and extent of damage.
TENNESSEE PEST CONTROL
INSPECTOR
CERTIFICATION EXAM
QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS WITH DETAILED
RATIONALES CURRENT TESTING
D
Section 1: Role & Legal Authority of the Pest Control Inspector
O
(Questions 1–12)
1. An inspector employed by a company that holds a General
N
Pest and Rodent Control (GRC) license is asked to perform a WDO inspection for a real
O
estate transaction. Under Tennessee law, can the inspector legally perform this inspection?
T
A. Yes, as long as the company holds a GRC license
C
B. No, the inspector must also hold a WDO license or be certified in C07 and working
O
under direct supervision of a WDO licensee
PY
C. Yes, if the inspector has completed a WDO training course D. No, only TDA
employees may perform WDO inspections Correct answer: B. No, the inspector must
also hold a WDO license or be certified in C07 and working under direct supervision
of a WDO licensee
Rationale: Tennessee law specifically limits authorization to conduct WDO inspections
and issue reports to those holding a WDO license or C07 certified individuals working
under direct supervision of a WDO licensee.
2. A pest control inspector employed by a company that holds a
Wood Destroying Organisms (WDO) license is conducting a WDO inspection for a real
estate transaction. The inspector is certified in Category 7 (C07) but does not hold a WDO
license.
Is the inspector legally authorized to perform the inspection?
a. Yes, because C07 certification alone is sufficient
b. No, the inspector must also hold a WDO license
c. Yes, if the inspector is working under the direct supervision of a WDO licensee
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d. No, only TDA employees may perform WDO inspections Correct answer: C. Yes,
if the inspector is working under the direct supervision of a WDO licensee
Rationale: A person certified in Category 7 may conduct inspections when working under
the direct supervision of someone licensed in the category of wood destroying organisms.
3. A newly hired pest control inspector has passed the pesticide applicator certification exam
but has not yet taken the pest control operator license exam. The inspector is asked to
conduct a routine WDO inspection under the supervision of a licensed WDO operator. Is
the inspector legally allowed to perform the inspection?
a. Yes, if the inspector works under the direct supervision of a
WDO licensee
b. No, the inspector must first obtain a WDO license
c. Yes, any employee of a chartered company may perform inspections
d. No, only TDA employees may perform WDO inspections Correct answer: A. Yes,
if the inspector works under the direct supervision of a WDO licensee
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Rationale: Under Tennessee law, a person certified in Category 7 working under the
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direct supervision of a WDO licensee may conduct WDO inspections and issue
reports.
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4. A pest control inspector for a private company is asked to provide expert advice on pest
O
control strategies for a commercial facility without performing any pesticide application.
T
According to Tennessee regulations, which license category is required for this work?
a. General Pest and Rodent Control (GRC) license
C
b. Pest Control Consultant (PCC) license
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c. Wood Destroying Organisms (WDO) license
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d. No license is required for providing advice
Correct answer: B. Pest Control Consultant (PCC) license
Rationale: The PCC category is intended for professionals who consult on pest control
strategies without performing actual pesticide applications. Applicants for a PCC license
must appear before the Pest Control Board and describe the type of work they will
perform.
5. Under Tennessee Code § 62-21-102, what is the definition of “certification” in the context
of pest control? A. The completion of a 40-hour online safety course
B. The authorization by the commissioner to use, supervise the use of, buy or sell
restricted-use pesticides or to issue a wood-destroying insect infestation inspection report
C. The issuance of a business charter by the TDA
D. The completion of a bachelor’s degree in entomology Correct answer: B. The
authorization by the commissioner to use, supervise the use of, buy or sell
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restricted-use pesticides or to issue a wood-destroying insect infestation inspection
report
Rationale: Tennessee Code § 62-21-102 defines certification as the authorization by the
commissioner to use, supervise the use of, buy or sell restricted use pesticides or to issue
a wood destroying insect infestation inspection report.
6. A pest control inspector is employed by a company that holds a Wood Destroying
Organisms (WDO) license and the inspector also holds a WDO license. The inspector
wishes to open a new branch office. Under Tennessee regulations, a separate charter is
required for the new office. A pest control operator licensee can serve as the licensee for
how many charters? A. One charter only
B. Two charters
C. Three charters
D. An unlimited number of charters
D
Correct answer: A. One charter only
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Rationale: A licensee can only be listed on one charter.
N
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1. Under the Tennessee Application of Pesticides Act of 1978, which individuals are
T
authorized to conduct inspections and issue wood-destroying insect infestation reports?
A. Any licensed pest control operator
C
B. Only persons licensed in the category of wood destroying organisms (WDO) or
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certified in C07 working under direct supervision of a WDO licensee
PY
C. Any real estate agent with pest control training
D. Only employees of the Tennessee Department of Agriculture Correct answer: B. Only
persons licensed in the category of wood destroying organisms (WDO) or certified
in C07 working under direct supervision of a WDO licensee Rationale: Tennessee
law specifically limits authorization to conduct WDO inspections and issue reports to
those holding a WDO license or C07 certified individuals working under direct
supervision of a WDO licensee.
2. A pest control inspector employed by a private company is conducting a Wood
Destroying Organism (WDO) inspection for a real estate transaction. Under Tennessee
Code § 62-21-201, which of the following is required for the inspector to legally issue
the inspection report?
A. The inspector must be licensed in the category of Wood
Destroying Organisms (WDO)
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B. The inspector must be a licensed real estate agent
C. The inspector must be certified in Category 7 (C07) – Industrial, Institutional,
Structural, and Health-Related Pest Control, working under the direct supervision of a
WDO licensee
D. Both A and C are acceptable
Correct answer: D. Both A and C are acceptable
Rationale: The statute authorizes two paths: a person licensed in the category of wood
destroying organisms, or a person certified in Category 7 working under the direct
supervision of someone licensed in the category of wood destroying organisms.
7. According to Tennessee Rule 0080-09-04-.04, a pest control operator license is required
for oversight of technical service work. What is the primary legal obligation of a licensed
pest control operator regarding inspections?
a. To maximize the number of inspections performed each day B. To ensure that all
D
inspection and pest control operations comply with state and federal laws and
O
regulations
C. To delegate all inspection responsibilities to unlicensed technicians
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D. To only inspect properties owned by the company Correct answer: B. To
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ensure that all inspection and pest control operations comply with state and federal
T
laws and regulations
Rationale: The pest control operator license is required for oversight of technical
C
service work, meaning the operator is legally responsible for ensuring that all
O
activities, including inspections, comply with applicable laws.
PY
8. A pest control inspector discovers evidence of an active subterranean termite infestation
during a WDO inspection for a home sale. What is the inspector’s legal obligation
regarding the inspection report?
a. Omit the finding to avoid delaying the sale
b. Verbally inform the homeowner but not include it in the written report
c. Include specific findings of any visible infestation or damage, including the
location and extent, in the written inspection report
d. Report the finding only to the real estate agent
Correct answer: C. Include specific findings of any visible infestation or damage,
including the location and extent, in the written inspection report
Rationale: A proper WDO inspection report must clearly describe any visible evidence of
infestation or damage, including the type of organism, location, and extent of damage.
