OPM Termite UPDATED ACTUAL Exam
Questions and CORRECT Answers
When do you read the Label? - CORRECT ANSWER - Before you buy
Mix and Apply
Store and Dispose
What is included in the label ingredients? - CORRECT ANSWER - The chemical that
controls the target and has toxicity and all remaining ingredients
Why is the label direction for use important? - CORRECT ANSWER - It tells you how to
obtain a finished (proper) mix at a specific concentration. (Failed Control) EPA problems and
OPM Fines
What is the purpose of the precautionary statement? - CORRECT ANSWER - It spells out
the safety and hazards from improper use:
- How to use pesticide correctly
- What PPE to wear
- Avoid accidental spills
What does the storage and disposal block inform you to do? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Read it (Triple Rinse and Punch disposable containers)
What does WDIIR stand for? - CORRECT ANSWER - Wood Destroying Insects
Inspection Report
Who mandates a MSDS and what's included in one? - CORRECT ANSWER - OSHA
requires it. It includes signs and symptoms of exposure if poisoned.
How long must an inspector keep records? - CORRECT ANSWER - 3 years
, What are the rules for Pesticide Contamination of Groundwater? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Never use more than the label allows (best protection)
Dispose properly (greatest risk to GW)
Keep the filling hose above the pesticide mixture
Avoid back siphonage
Name the 4 types of exposures: - CORRECT ANSWER - Oral (Swallow)
Inhalation (Breathe w/no PPE)
Ocular (eyes)
Dermal (skin)
What is the purpose of calibration? - CORRECT ANSWER - To deliver known or correct
amount of pesticide
How is calibration effective? - CORRECT ANSWER - You must know the calibrated rate
for the equipment
The size and area to be treated
Total amount of finished product required
What are the standard rules for applying Pesticide to Schools and Daycares? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Must give 72 hour pre-notification of pesticides
Notice must include the name and active ingredients
Date and Time of application
What must be included on a service vehicle? - CORRECT ANSWER - Measuring and
pouring devices
1 gallon of absorbent materials for spills
First aid kit and poison control number
Questions and CORRECT Answers
When do you read the Label? - CORRECT ANSWER - Before you buy
Mix and Apply
Store and Dispose
What is included in the label ingredients? - CORRECT ANSWER - The chemical that
controls the target and has toxicity and all remaining ingredients
Why is the label direction for use important? - CORRECT ANSWER - It tells you how to
obtain a finished (proper) mix at a specific concentration. (Failed Control) EPA problems and
OPM Fines
What is the purpose of the precautionary statement? - CORRECT ANSWER - It spells out
the safety and hazards from improper use:
- How to use pesticide correctly
- What PPE to wear
- Avoid accidental spills
What does the storage and disposal block inform you to do? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Read it (Triple Rinse and Punch disposable containers)
What does WDIIR stand for? - CORRECT ANSWER - Wood Destroying Insects
Inspection Report
Who mandates a MSDS and what's included in one? - CORRECT ANSWER - OSHA
requires it. It includes signs and symptoms of exposure if poisoned.
How long must an inspector keep records? - CORRECT ANSWER - 3 years
, What are the rules for Pesticide Contamination of Groundwater? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Never use more than the label allows (best protection)
Dispose properly (greatest risk to GW)
Keep the filling hose above the pesticide mixture
Avoid back siphonage
Name the 4 types of exposures: - CORRECT ANSWER - Oral (Swallow)
Inhalation (Breathe w/no PPE)
Ocular (eyes)
Dermal (skin)
What is the purpose of calibration? - CORRECT ANSWER - To deliver known or correct
amount of pesticide
How is calibration effective? - CORRECT ANSWER - You must know the calibrated rate
for the equipment
The size and area to be treated
Total amount of finished product required
What are the standard rules for applying Pesticide to Schools and Daycares? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Must give 72 hour pre-notification of pesticides
Notice must include the name and active ingredients
Date and Time of application
What must be included on a service vehicle? - CORRECT ANSWER - Measuring and
pouring devices
1 gallon of absorbent materials for spills
First aid kit and poison control number
