ALABAMA HPC EXAM 2024
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS IN THIS SECTION
QUESTION 1
if pesticide poisoning is suspected due to symptoms being exhibited in an
individual: - ANSWERS-stop the exposure, call a physician, and save the pesticide
container and label for the physician to evaluate
QUESTION 2
When should outdoor applications not be made? - ANSWERS-When the wind
velocity is in excess of three to four miles per hour, immediately before a heavy
rainstorm, when drift of insecticide sprays into bodies of water could occur, in
areas where pets or children are present.
QUESTION 3
4 things for pesticide spill: - ANSWERS-absorbent material, brush or small broom,
heavy duty plastic bag, gallon water, soap, clean wiping towels and cloths.
END OF
PAGE 1
, ALABAMA HPC EXAM 2024
QUESTION 4
chemicals are toxic to people and animals in varying degrees, depending on: -
ANSWERS-the individual animal or person involved, the means of chemical entry
into the body, or the type of chemical.
QUESTION 5
when transporting chemicals: - ANSWERS-place them in a compartment separate
from the driver, be sure they are in tightly closed containers, and carry fire
extinguisher
QUESTION 6
signs and symptoms produced by mild poisoning with pyrethroid insecticides
include: - ANSWERS-allergic-type reactions, tingling or irritation of facial skin
QUESTION 7
Proper storage of pesticides in buildings includes: - ANSWERS-checking
containers regularly for any sign of leaks or deterioration of contents, providing for
adequate ventilation in the storage area, and keeping the storage area locked
securely at all times.
END OF
PAGE 2
, ALABAMA HPC EXAM 2024
QUESTION 8
most bed bug harbor locations will be where? - ANSWERS-fairly close to where
their blood meals are obtained
QUESTION 9
the tropical bed bug - ANSWERS-is a tropical species that has become established
in Florida.
QUESTION 10
well established and heavy bed bug infestations give off a distinct odor from gland
on their thorax, - ANSWERS-when infestation is heavy, experienced professionals
can easily recognize this odor.
QUESTION 11
Bed bugs and conenose bugs have what type of mouthparts? - ANSWERS-
piercing-sucking
END OF
PAGE 3
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS IN THIS SECTION
QUESTION 1
if pesticide poisoning is suspected due to symptoms being exhibited in an
individual: - ANSWERS-stop the exposure, call a physician, and save the pesticide
container and label for the physician to evaluate
QUESTION 2
When should outdoor applications not be made? - ANSWERS-When the wind
velocity is in excess of three to four miles per hour, immediately before a heavy
rainstorm, when drift of insecticide sprays into bodies of water could occur, in
areas where pets or children are present.
QUESTION 3
4 things for pesticide spill: - ANSWERS-absorbent material, brush or small broom,
heavy duty plastic bag, gallon water, soap, clean wiping towels and cloths.
END OF
PAGE 1
, ALABAMA HPC EXAM 2024
QUESTION 4
chemicals are toxic to people and animals in varying degrees, depending on: -
ANSWERS-the individual animal or person involved, the means of chemical entry
into the body, or the type of chemical.
QUESTION 5
when transporting chemicals: - ANSWERS-place them in a compartment separate
from the driver, be sure they are in tightly closed containers, and carry fire
extinguisher
QUESTION 6
signs and symptoms produced by mild poisoning with pyrethroid insecticides
include: - ANSWERS-allergic-type reactions, tingling or irritation of facial skin
QUESTION 7
Proper storage of pesticides in buildings includes: - ANSWERS-checking
containers regularly for any sign of leaks or deterioration of contents, providing for
adequate ventilation in the storage area, and keeping the storage area locked
securely at all times.
END OF
PAGE 2
, ALABAMA HPC EXAM 2024
QUESTION 8
most bed bug harbor locations will be where? - ANSWERS-fairly close to where
their blood meals are obtained
QUESTION 9
the tropical bed bug - ANSWERS-is a tropical species that has become established
in Florida.
QUESTION 10
well established and heavy bed bug infestations give off a distinct odor from gland
on their thorax, - ANSWERS-when infestation is heavy, experienced professionals
can easily recognize this odor.
QUESTION 11
Bed bugs and conenose bugs have what type of mouthparts? - ANSWERS-
piercing-sucking
END OF
PAGE 3
