Alabama OTPC Study Guide Set |
Expert Strategies, Review of (167)
Key Quizzes, And Practice Questions
for Guaranteed Success.
This Alabama Ornamental & Turf Pest Control (OTPC) exam, administered by
the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries (ADAI), is a 170 Q&A, it
helps in certification for commercial applicators to manage pests in ornamental
and turf areas.
Exam Description and Content
• Target Audience: Professionals in the green industry, landscapers, and
pest control technicians.
• Core Topics: The exam covers pesticide laws, regulations, pest
identification, integrated pest management (IPM), safety hazards,
environmental protection, and equipment calibration.
• Key Study Areas:
o Pest Identification: Insects, weeds, diseases, snails, and
vertebrates.
o Application Equipment: Proper selection and use of tools.
o Safety & Laws: Pesticide label reading, PPE, and local environmental
regulations.
NB
• Actual exam requires passing with a minimum score (often 70%) to obtain a
Commercial Applicator Permit, focusing on pesticide safety, application
techniques, and regulations.
1
, Quiz_________________?
Five mains’ groups of pests. -
Answer
1. Insects
2. Snails and slugs
3. Vertebrates
4. Plant disease agents
5. Weeds
Quiz_________________?
Pest -
Answer
living things that compete with human beings for food, fiber,
and space or attach humans directly
Quiz_________________?
Hosts -
Answer
2
, living plants or animals some pests depend on for survival
Quiz_________________?
Name two identifying characteristics common to all adult
insects -
Answer
Six jointed legs
Three body regions
Quiz_________________?
Two characteristics which aid in distinguishing one insect from
another -
Answer
Wings
Mouthparts
Quiz_________________?
Explain the differences between the basic life cycles of insects -
3
, Answer
Some change only in size as they develop
Some change form slightly
Some change completely in form and size
Quiz_________________?
Gradual Life Cycle -
Answer
Eggs - Nymph - Adult
Also referred to "Simple"
Quiz_________________?
Complete Life Cycle -
Answer
Egg - Larva - Pupa - Adult
Quiz_________________?
Three characteristics of mites, ticks and spiders -
4
Expert Strategies, Review of (167)
Key Quizzes, And Practice Questions
for Guaranteed Success.
This Alabama Ornamental & Turf Pest Control (OTPC) exam, administered by
the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries (ADAI), is a 170 Q&A, it
helps in certification for commercial applicators to manage pests in ornamental
and turf areas.
Exam Description and Content
• Target Audience: Professionals in the green industry, landscapers, and
pest control technicians.
• Core Topics: The exam covers pesticide laws, regulations, pest
identification, integrated pest management (IPM), safety hazards,
environmental protection, and equipment calibration.
• Key Study Areas:
o Pest Identification: Insects, weeds, diseases, snails, and
vertebrates.
o Application Equipment: Proper selection and use of tools.
o Safety & Laws: Pesticide label reading, PPE, and local environmental
regulations.
NB
• Actual exam requires passing with a minimum score (often 70%) to obtain a
Commercial Applicator Permit, focusing on pesticide safety, application
techniques, and regulations.
1
, Quiz_________________?
Five mains’ groups of pests. -
Answer
1. Insects
2. Snails and slugs
3. Vertebrates
4. Plant disease agents
5. Weeds
Quiz_________________?
Pest -
Answer
living things that compete with human beings for food, fiber,
and space or attach humans directly
Quiz_________________?
Hosts -
Answer
2
, living plants or animals some pests depend on for survival
Quiz_________________?
Name two identifying characteristics common to all adult
insects -
Answer
Six jointed legs
Three body regions
Quiz_________________?
Two characteristics which aid in distinguishing one insect from
another -
Answer
Wings
Mouthparts
Quiz_________________?
Explain the differences between the basic life cycles of insects -
3
, Answer
Some change only in size as they develop
Some change form slightly
Some change completely in form and size
Quiz_________________?
Gradual Life Cycle -
Answer
Eggs - Nymph - Adult
Also referred to "Simple"
Quiz_________________?
Complete Life Cycle -
Answer
Egg - Larva - Pupa - Adult
Quiz_________________?
Three characteristics of mites, ticks and spiders -
4
