CATEGORY 3A+3B PESTICIDE EXAM
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS GRADED
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n Acute Toxicity refers to toxicity from - a one time exposure to a pesticide
Chronic Toxicity refers to toxicity from - many small exposures to a pesticide
The Term LD50 refers to the level of toxicity where - 50% mortality is observed
Pyrethroid pesticides exert their toxicity in the form of - a nerve poison with symptoms similar to
chlorinated hydrocarbons
Chronic Toxicity tests are conducted to determine - Teratogenic and Carcinogenic effects
A carcinogen is a material that causes - cancer
A neurotoxin is a material that causes - toxicity to the nervous system
A teratogen is a material that causes - birth defects
The most common cause of pesticide poisoning to the applicator is through - dermal exposure
Skin exposure usually occurs via - mixing, application procedures, spills, or contact with residues
Eye contact with pesticides can be prevented by using - a face shield or goggles
Fire posing a unique risk because... - of the toxic fumes that may be produced
, Drift is a problem during which types of applications? - during turf, ornamental and interior applications
Phytoxicity can occur because of - an improper selection of a pesticide and a sensitive plant being
treated
During some spraying operations less than... - 50% reaches the target area
The use of check vales to prevent back siphonage is - required by NJ Law
If a spill occurs during the use of a pesticide, you should first... - clean the spill up
The use of a respirator is mandatory when - required by state law OR the label
The first step toward obtaining information regarding a pesticide is to - Read the pesticide label
Chemical resistant gloves should be worn when - mixing and loading and applying the pesticide
The use of a respirator should be used whenever the pesticide label requires it (T/F) - True
Respirators should not be stored in the same storage space as pesticides - True
Goggles must be worn to protect the eyes when - wearing a respirator
If a poisoning occurs one should - treated the subject for shock, consult the label or MSDS and call for
medical help
Blood testing is a means of monitoring exposure to - organophosphate and carbamate pesticides
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS GRADED
A+
n Acute Toxicity refers to toxicity from - a one time exposure to a pesticide
Chronic Toxicity refers to toxicity from - many small exposures to a pesticide
The Term LD50 refers to the level of toxicity where - 50% mortality is observed
Pyrethroid pesticides exert their toxicity in the form of - a nerve poison with symptoms similar to
chlorinated hydrocarbons
Chronic Toxicity tests are conducted to determine - Teratogenic and Carcinogenic effects
A carcinogen is a material that causes - cancer
A neurotoxin is a material that causes - toxicity to the nervous system
A teratogen is a material that causes - birth defects
The most common cause of pesticide poisoning to the applicator is through - dermal exposure
Skin exposure usually occurs via - mixing, application procedures, spills, or contact with residues
Eye contact with pesticides can be prevented by using - a face shield or goggles
Fire posing a unique risk because... - of the toxic fumes that may be produced
, Drift is a problem during which types of applications? - during turf, ornamental and interior applications
Phytoxicity can occur because of - an improper selection of a pesticide and a sensitive plant being
treated
During some spraying operations less than... - 50% reaches the target area
The use of check vales to prevent back siphonage is - required by NJ Law
If a spill occurs during the use of a pesticide, you should first... - clean the spill up
The use of a respirator is mandatory when - required by state law OR the label
The first step toward obtaining information regarding a pesticide is to - Read the pesticide label
Chemical resistant gloves should be worn when - mixing and loading and applying the pesticide
The use of a respirator should be used whenever the pesticide label requires it (T/F) - True
Respirators should not be stored in the same storage space as pesticides - True
Goggles must be worn to protect the eyes when - wearing a respirator
If a poisoning occurs one should - treated the subject for shock, consult the label or MSDS and call for
medical help
Blood testing is a means of monitoring exposure to - organophosphate and carbamate pesticides
