Pest Control Exam Questions with Correct Answers

Pest Control Exam Questions with Correct Answers Pest - Answer-an undesirable organism that injures humans, desirable plants and animals, manufactured products, or natural substances Integrated pest management (IPM) - Answer-a balanced, tactical approach to pest control Weeds - Answer-Undesirable plants Invertebrates - Answer-Insects, mites, ticks, spiders, snails, and slugs Disease agents or pathogens - Answer-bacteria, viruses, fungi, roundworms, and other microorganisms Vertebrates - Answer-birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, and rodents and other mammals Restricted Use Pesticide - Answer-a product that can be purchased only by certified pesticide applicators and used only by certified applicators or persons under their direct supervision. Not available for use by the public because of high toxicities and/or environmental hazards General Use Pesticide - Answer-a product that can be purchased and used by the public Mandatory Statement - Answer-Label directions that a pesticide handler must follow to legally use the pesticide. Advisory Statement - Answer-Manufacturer recommendations or best management practices for optimal use of a pesticide product. Pesticide handlers are not legally required to follow advisory statements. Active Ingredient - Answer-The chemical or chemicals in a product responsible for pesticidal activity. Inert Ingredient - Answer-Inactive materials in a pesticide formulation without pesticidal activity. Some, however, may be toxic or hazardous to humans. Adjuvants - Answer-a substance added to a pesticide to improve its effectiveness or safety. Allergic Effects - Answer-Hypersensitivity to a specific substance, often called the allergen. An allergy may cause dermatitis, blisters, or hives. It could also cause illness, asthma, or life-threatening shock. Acute Exposure - Answer-Exposure to a single dose of pesticide Delayed Effects - Answer-Illnesses or injuries that do not appear immediately (within 24 hours) after exposure to a pesticide. The effects may be delayed for weeks, months, or even years. Fit Test (QUALITATIVE) - Answer-A method to assess whether a particular size and brand of respirator adequately fits an individual's face using a test agent. If the person can detect inside the mask an agent that is outside the mask, there is leakage at the seal and the mask does not fit properly.