Massachusetts Pesticide Course Core Manual 1-3 with Complete Solutions.

Define Pest and Give Examples - ANSWER-Any living thing that has an undesirable impact on something important to us. Baker= bad bacteria, Farmer=Japanese beetle., ect. We are not worried about what a pest is but what it does Define Pesticide and Give Examples - ANSWER-Any substance or mixture of substances used to kill pests or to prevent/reduce the damage a pest causes. Ex. Pheromone trap, Round Up, Integrated Pest Management IPM - ANSWER-Combines all available necessary techniques (pesticide and pest control devices) in a unified program with the goal of managing pest populations in a way that avoids pest damage and minimizes adverse effects. Pesticide during vegetative growth and net to protect fruit at maturity. Define Pesticide Use - ANSWER-Application, transport, storage, mixing, cleaning of pesticide equipment, disposal and pesticide containers.Anyone doing any of these activities is using a pesticide. Use may also refer to where and how a pesticide can be applied Define Site - ANSWER-Particular entity to which a pesticide is or could be applied.Ex. on turf in backyard.The particular plant in the garden. Define Label - ANSWER-Information about the product and its use that is printed on or attached to the pesticide container at the time of purchase. Define Labeling - ANSWER-The label itself plus all other information, ex. Brochures, Regulatory manuals, ect. Define labeled - ANSWER-The use is listed on and allowed by the pesticide product label. Can also be used to describe a labeled container. Distinguish between a pesticide product and a pest control device - ANSWER-A pesticide contains a substance used to control the pest, whereas pest control devices rely on purely physical or mechanical control and no substance. Explain two reasons why you need to follow directions on the label and in other labeling - ANSWER-1. The label helps you determine the directions for using the pesticide, who can use it, what restrictions are in place, the name of the active ingredient and safety/first aid measures. 2. It is illegal to violate the directions on the label and can present serious health damage if used improperly.