TECHNICIAN NOTES
Registered Technicians certificates expire - ANSWER-Every other year on June 30
The "Signal word" on a pesticide label indicates - ANSWER-How acutely toxic the
pesticide is to humans
Which of he following label warnings must be on all pesticide products - ANSWER-Keep
out of reach of children
Pesticides should be stored: - ANSWER-In a secured, well-ventilated, temperature-
controlled, well-lighted site
If a Registered Technician lets their certificate expire by more than ___ days, the
Technician must RETEST to maintain certification. - ANSWER-60 days
A general first aid guideline for removing a pesticide from the eye is to - ANSWER-
Rinse the eye with water for 15 minutes or more
What pesticide formulation needs constant agitation in the sprayer tank - ANSWER-
Wettable powder
Which if the following is an example of environmental contamination from a non-point
source - ANSWER-Movement of pesticide into streams after a broadcast application
Poisoning which occurs as a result of repeated exposure to pesticides over a long
period of time is called: - ANSWER-chronic poisoning
The maximum total years of recertification credit which can be accumulated in Virginia
by attending approved recertification courses is: - ANSWER-4 years
The most important strp to take when a pesticide poisoning has occurred due to
swallowing is to - ANSWER-Rinse the victims mouth with water
When storing pesticide containers, the label should be - ANSWER-Securely attached to
the container and in sight
If a pesticide is spilled or splashes on your skin - ANSWER-Drench skin and clothing
immediately with water
The sites on which a pesticide may be used, and the rates for application, will be found
in this section of the product label... - ANSWER-directions for use