Structural Pest Control Board Applicators Exam Study Questions with Complete Solutions

Structural Pest Control Board Applicators Exam Study Questions with Complete Solutions What are the identifying features of a female black widow spider? Glossy black, globe-like abdomen with a deep red hour glass on her stomach. What are the identifying features of a black widow web? It is irregular with no distinct pattern and very strong in comparison to most other spiders. What does the term 'Ballooning' mean? When spiderlings (newly hatched spiders) climb to a high place, spin a piece of web, throw it out into the breeze and float away. What are chelicera? Fangs of a spider. What color is a male black widow spider? Brown What is the Toxicity Category 1 signal word? And what does it signify? Danger. It signifies 'Highly Toxic'. Danger LD50 = 0 -50 What is the Toxicity Category 2 signal word? And what does it signify? Warning. It signifies 'Moderately Toxic'. Warning LD50=50-500 What is the Toxicity Category 3 signal word? And what does it signify? Caution. It signifies 'Slightly Toxic'. Caution LD50= 500-5000 What is the Toxicity Category 4 signal word? And what does it signify? No signal word is required. It signifies 'Relatively Non-toxic'. What are the 11 key parts of a pesticide label? 1. Classification of pesticide use 2. Product name 3. Type of formulation 4. Ingredient statement 5. Net contents of container 6. Signal word 7. Name of manufacturing company 8. EPA registration and establishment numbers 9. Directions for use 10. Hazard Statement 11. Storage and disposal information. What species of recluse spider is found in the Southwest? The Desert Recluse What are the identifying features of a recluse spider? Brown with a violin shape behind its head. Usually found in dark places; wood piles, under rocks, closets and stored boxes. What is the largest native spider in the U.S.? The Tarantula What does Tarantula mean? Big, hairy spider