PENNSYLVANIA PESTICIDE APPLICATOR
PRACTICE EXAM (QUESTIONS and Answers are
in bold; rationales are in italics 2025
1. What does the signal word "Danger-Poison" indicate on a pesticide label?
A. The product is highly toxic
B. The product is moderately toxic
C. The product is slightly toxic
D. The product is non-toxic
It indicates high acute toxicity and the potential for serious harm if ingested,
inhaled, or absorbed through the skin.
2. Which federal law governs the registration and use of pesticides in the
U.S.?
A. OSHA
B. Clean Water Act
C. FIFRA
D. FFDCA
The Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) is the
primary law regulating pesticide distribution and use.
3. What PPE is required when handling a pesticide labeled "Caution"?
A. No PPE required
B. Long-sleeved shirt, gloves, eye protection
, C. Respirator only
D. Full body suit and goggles
“Caution” labels usually require basic PPE like gloves and protective
clothing.
4. What is the main purpose of the restricted use classification?
A. To reduce cost
B. To protect human health and the environment
C. To increase product sales
D. To encourage pest resistance
Restricted Use Pesticides (RUPs) can only be applied by certified applicators
due to their risks.
5. Drift is best minimized by applying pesticides under which conditions?
A. High wind speeds
B. Low wind, cool temperatures, and coarse sprays
C. During rainfall
D. At noon on hot days
Drift is minimized when wind is low and droplet size is larger, and during
cooler temperatures.
6. What is the primary route of exposure for most pesticide applicators?
A. Inhalation
B. Dermal
C. Oral
D. Injection
Most pesticide exposures occur through the skin, particularly the hands.
PRACTICE EXAM (QUESTIONS and Answers are
in bold; rationales are in italics 2025
1. What does the signal word "Danger-Poison" indicate on a pesticide label?
A. The product is highly toxic
B. The product is moderately toxic
C. The product is slightly toxic
D. The product is non-toxic
It indicates high acute toxicity and the potential for serious harm if ingested,
inhaled, or absorbed through the skin.
2. Which federal law governs the registration and use of pesticides in the
U.S.?
A. OSHA
B. Clean Water Act
C. FIFRA
D. FFDCA
The Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) is the
primary law regulating pesticide distribution and use.
3. What PPE is required when handling a pesticide labeled "Caution"?
A. No PPE required
B. Long-sleeved shirt, gloves, eye protection
, C. Respirator only
D. Full body suit and goggles
“Caution” labels usually require basic PPE like gloves and protective
clothing.
4. What is the main purpose of the restricted use classification?
A. To reduce cost
B. To protect human health and the environment
C. To increase product sales
D. To encourage pest resistance
Restricted Use Pesticides (RUPs) can only be applied by certified applicators
due to their risks.
5. Drift is best minimized by applying pesticides under which conditions?
A. High wind speeds
B. Low wind, cool temperatures, and coarse sprays
C. During rainfall
D. At noon on hot days
Drift is minimized when wind is low and droplet size is larger, and during
cooler temperatures.
6. What is the primary route of exposure for most pesticide applicators?
A. Inhalation
B. Dermal
C. Oral
D. Injection
Most pesticide exposures occur through the skin, particularly the hands.
