Branch 2 Test PEST TYPES Exam Questions With Correct Answers

Branch 2 Test PEST TYPES Exam Questions With Correct Answers 1. A registered company which changes the address of its principal or branch office must notify the registrar: - answerWithin 30 days In the event of death or serious injury relating to pesticide use by licensee, it must be reported to the - answer1. State, EPA, Ag Board immediately. DIV. OF OCCUP SAFETY & HEALTH, DPR, CAL EPA 1. If the individual qualifying manager leaves the employ of the registered company, the registered company must: - answerNotify the Registrar in writing within 10 days A person with a Branch 3 Operator License and a Branch 2 Field Rep license, in order to renew for a 3 year period, needs - answer8 (Rules and Regs), 4 (tech Br II), 4 (tech Br III), 2 (general), 2 (IPM) After June 30, 1984, the license of both operators and field representatives will be renewed every: - answer3 years providing educational requirements are met 1. Fumigation crews should have two respiratory protection devices approved for the type of gas they are using: T OR F - answerTRUE The active ingredient for Phostoxin is: - answera. Hydrogen Phosphide 1. Bait stations must be marked with a: - answerSignal word Name of the rodenticide used Name, address, and phone number of the company 1. Records of wages and wage rates and job classifications must be kept for a period of - answer7 years What's the temp of the steamer used for Bed bugs? - answer212-220 F. 1. What should a customer do before service for: Bed Bugs: Fleas: EXAM STUDY MATERIALS July 30, 2024 11:26 AM Stored product pest: - answera. Bed Bugs: empty drawers, clean bed sheets & mattress pads, vacuum b. Fleas: remove clutter, vacuum, steam clean carpets, have pets treated c. Stored product pest: find & discard source, remove drawer/cabinet contents, vacuum/clean cabinets, new shelf paper after c & c trtmt. Spraying a lawn for fleas where do you treat? - answerPerimeter, shaded areas, kennel areas, dog runs 1. Describe Nesting, how to treat, and harborage for the following: - answera. Carpenter Bees: chew half inch L-shaped gallery in soft, weathered wood, eggs laid & provisioned w/pollen ball, sawdust-like frass, treat opening (preferably dust, but liquid can be used) and seal opening. Fabric Moth:feed mainly on woolens and other materials of animalorigin (i.e. hair), clothing, carpets, rugs, drapes; stained materials more vulnerable; inspect&find source-remove/treat; dry- cleaning effective, store items in air-tight containers after cleaning, possible chem trtmt to carpets/rugs, freezing/cold storage, moth balls of some use, if expensive—do not treat with insecticides How much is the fee for the principal office to change addresses? - answer$25.00 What flour beetle flies? - answerRED FLOUR B. FLIES 1. What size mesh is used for bulb (granular) - answer15 You have ants in an intensive care unit, how do you treat? - answerIdentify ant, find source, least toxic, follow the label, exclusion and baits primarily. 1. When does applicator or field rep license expire? (How many years or days issued. - answera. Field Rep: June 30th every third year. b. Applicator: On issue date anniversary every third year, at 12:00 midnight. What tick is known for spreading or giving Lyme disease? - answer(Western) blacklegged tick in western U.S.—Ixodes sp. Who is to be notified of a pesticide spill? - answerCounty Agriculture Commissioner or Local Authorities. 1. If requested, notice of fumigation must be given to the local fire department at least _______hours prior to the time fume begins. - answer2 EXAM STUDY MATERIALS July 30, 2024 11:26 AM 1. How to treat stored product pests: - answeri. Home: find & discard source, clean, vacuum cabinets, c & c treatment, Pheromone trapping; large facility ii. Large Facility: Space fog, fumigation might be needed. 1. How many young do paper wasp queens produce in one year? - answerA paper wasp queen produces several hundred in a year and lives several years, so I believe the answer is approximately 100. 1. If requested by the County Ag Commissioner, notice of each fumigation will be given the commissioner's office at least ____hours prior to the time fumigation begins. - answer24 1. What is the minimum amount of nymphal stages in a bed bugs life cycle prior to adulthood? - answer5 1. What is the typical length of time a bed bug needs to complete each blood meal? - answer3-10 minutes 1. Which of the following features characterize a brown recluse spider? - answerViolin shaped markings on top of cephalothorax 1. Where does the larval stage of the Cluster fly develop? - answerEarthworms 1. What is the maximum space between the placements of traps when dealing with a severe mouse infestation? - answer6 feet 1. Which of the following pesticide formulations should be used to avoid visible residues? - answerEmulsifiable concentrations 1. Which of the following recommendations should be made to a homeowner prior to a flea treatment? - answerSweep and clean all tile and wood floors 1. Where do bumble bees nest? - answerUsually in the ground or an already made hole in wood. 1. Gophers are __________? - answerRodents 1. What type of standard headgear is recommended? - answerChemical resistant wide-rim hat 1. For rodent exclusion, what is the minimum distance from the bottom of a door that a kick- plate should cover? - answerNo less than 1 foot and fit the jambs and door linings. 1. What is the minimum time warning signs must be posted prior to and after a pesticide application at a school? - answer24 hours before and 72 hours after the application 1. Which bird is the largest predator o