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What is the primary goal of a pesticide applicator in Idaho?
A) To apply as much pesticide as possible to eliminate pests
B) To ensure safe, effective, and environmentally responsible use of pesticides to protect public
health and the environment
C) To avoid using any pesticides
✔✔D) To apply pesticides to only targeted areas to minimize exposure and environmental
damage
Which of the following is required on a pesticide label in Idaho?
A) The applicator's name
✔✔B) The product name, EPA registration number, active ingredients, signal word, and specific
application instructions
C) The applicator's phone number
D) Only the product name and active ingredients
How long must pesticide application records be kept in Idaho?
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,A) One year
✔✔B) Two years from the date of application
C) Three years
D) Indefinitely
Which of the following is a common sign of pesticide poisoning?
✔✔A) Headache, dizziness, nausea, and difficulty breathing
B) Blurred vision and sensitivity to light
C) Sweating and shivering
D) Fever and rash
What must a pesticide applicator do before applying a pesticide?
✔✔A) Read and follow the pesticide label instructions carefully to ensure safe and proper use
B) Only check for pesticide expiration date
C) Skip reading the label if the applicator is experienced
D) Ask for verbal instructions from the supervisor
What is the purpose of the Restricted Entry Interval (REI) on a pesticide label?
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, A) To specify the amount of pesticide to apply per acre
✔✔B) To specify the time period after application when workers may not enter a treated area to
avoid exposure
C) To indicate the pesticide's shelf life
D) To tell workers when they can begin replanting after application
How often should pesticide application equipment be calibrated in Idaho?
A) Only once a year
B) Only when the equipment is broken
✔✔C) Before each use and when making adjustments to the equipment
D) Every two years
What is the most important factor to consider when choosing a pesticide for a specific pest in
Idaho?
A) The price of the pesticide
✔✔B) The effectiveness of the pesticide against the specific pest species while considering
environmental safety
C) The color of the pesticide
D) The size of the pesticide container
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