Unit 1. Pesticide Use in Virginia, Unit 2: Principles of Pest Control, Unit 3: Pesticide Labeling, Unit 4: Formulations, Unit 5: Pesticides in Our Environment, Unit 6: Harmful Effects and Emergency Response, Unit 7: Personal Protective Equipment, Uni... Q

1.1 - What is the main purpose of the Virginia Core Manual? - to support the general safety training for all pesticide users; this will assist in becoming a competent pesticide manager 1.2 - What State Law set the rules for Pesticide use in Virginia? - The Virginia Pesticide Control Act (VPCA) 1.3 - What two state agencies are responsible for ensuring the safe use of pesticide in Virginia? - the two state agencies are: 1. The Virginia Pesticide Control Board 2. The Virginia Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services 1.4 - What is the difference between a private applicator and a commercial applicator? - Private: Farmer using restricted-use pesticide to assist in agricultural production on private land Commercial: Pest control on job sites for the general public 1.5 - What is the main difference between the four classes of commercial applicators? - 1. Pesticide Business for Hire (Termite Control, Lawn Care) 2. Pesticide Business NOT for Hire (Private Schools, indoors) 3. Government Employee fo