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Section 1: Safety (20 Questions)
1. What is the primary purpose of the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard?
A. To ban the use of dangerous pesticides
B. To ensure chemical hazards are identified and communicated to workers
C. To set residue tolerances on food
D. To require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
Answer: B. The HazCom Standard is about the "right to know." It ensures employers inform and
train employees about the identities and hazards of chemicals they work with, primarily through
Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and labels.
2. The signal word "DANGER" on a pesticide label indicates:
A. The product is slightly toxic
B. The product is moderately toxic
C. The product is highly toxic
D. The product is a carcinogen
Answer: C. "DANGER" signifies high toxicity. "WARNING" signifies moderate toxicity, and
"CAUTION" signifies low toxicity.
3. Which piece of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is most critical when mixing a
concentrated, highly toxic pesticide?
A. Gloves
B. Respirator
C. Chemical-resistant apron
D. Goggles
Answer: B. While all are important, inhalation of concentrated vapors or dusts is an immediate
and severe hazard. The label will specify the required type of respirator.
4. The first action to take if a pesticide is spilled on your skin is to:
A. Neutralize it with a weak acid or base
B. Apply the antidote listed on the label
C. Wash the area with plenty of soap and water
D. Cover it to prevent spreading
,Answer: C. Immediately flush with water for 15+ minutes and wash with soap. Speed is critical
to reduce absorption.
5. What is the primary route of exposure for fumigants?
A. Dermal (Skin)
B. Oral (Ingestion)
C. Ocular (Eyes)
D. Inhalation (Lungs)
Answer: D. Fumigants are gaseous pesticides designed to fill a space, making inhalation the
primary exposure risk.
6. Pesticide-contaminated clothing should be:
A. Washed separately from other laundry in hot water with heavy-duty detergent
B. Discarded immediately in a regular trash can
C. Taken to a dry cleaner
D. Aired out and worn again
Answer: A. Wash separately to avoid contaminating other clothes. Pre-rinse and use a full cycle.
7. The "Circle and Dot" symbol on a pesticide label indicates:
A. The product is a restricted-use pesticide
B. The product is an organic formulation
C. The product requires specific storage conditions
D. The product is highly flammable
Answer: D. This symbol is a specific hazard indicator for flammability.
8. Who is responsible for providing PPE to employees?
A. The employee
B. The pesticide manufacturer
C. The employer
D. OSHA
Answer: C. The employer is legally responsible for providing, maintaining, and ensuring the use
of required PPE.
9. A "Confined Space" as defined by OSHA is NOT characterized by:
A. Limited means of entry or exit
B. Is large enough for an employee to enter
C. Is designed for continuous employee occupancy
D. May contain a hazardous atmosphere
Answer: C. Confined spaces are not designed for continuous occupancy (e.g., crawl spaces,
grain bins, vaults).
,10. The document that provides detailed safety and hazard information for a pesticide
product is the:
A. Pesticide Label
B. Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
C. Application Manual
D. Pest Control Guide
Answer: B. The SDS provides comprehensive technical and safety information, while the label is
the legal directive for use.
11. Vomiting should never be induced in a pesticide poisoning victim if the product:
A. Is an organophosphate
B. Is a pyrethroid
C. Contains an emulsifier
D. Is a petroleum-based hydrocarbon
Answer: D. Inducing vomiting with petroleum distillates can cause them to be aspirated into the
lungs, causing chemical pneumonia.
12. The three components of the "Fire Triangle" are fuel, heat, and:
A. Carbon dioxide
B. Oxygen
C. A chemical catalyst
D. Nitrogen
Answer: B. Fuel, Heat, and Oxygen must all be present for a fire to occur.
13. The most reliable source of first-aid information for a specific pesticide exposure is:
A. Calling the National Poison Control Center
B. The First Aid section on the product label
C. Asking a coworker
D. Searching online
Answer: B. The label is specific to that product and immediately available. Always follow label
directions and then call for medical help.
14. What should be done with empty pesticide containers?
A. Re-use them for other purposes
B. Dispose of them according to label instructions and local regulations
C. Burn them in an open area
D. Bury them on-site
Answer: B. Triple-rinsing and puncturing (if allowed) and taking to a designated disposal site is
typical. The label and state laws provide exact instructions.
, 15. The symptom of pesticide poisoning described as "constriction of the pupils" is:
A. Miosis
B. Mydriasis
C. Urticaria
D. Cyanosis
Answer: A. Miosis is a classic symptom of exposure to organophosphate and carbamate
insecticides.
16. Before applying a pesticide in an area, you should always:
A. Notify the police department
B. Perform a site assessment to identify potential hazards
C. Apply a test patch
D. Get written permission from all neighbors
Answer: B. A site assessment identifies risks like children's toys, pets, water bodies, and
sensitive individuals.
17. The term "LD50" refers to:
A. The legal dosage for 50% of pests
B. The dose that is lethal to 50% of test animals
C. The long-term degradation time of a chemical
D. The dosage for effective control of 50% of a population
Answer: B. LD50 (Lethal Dose 50%) is a standard measure of acute toxicity. A lower LD50 means
a more toxic substance.
18. Which statement about respirators is FALSE?
A. A dust mask provides protection against pesticide vapors.
B. Cartridges must be changed according to the manufacturer's schedule.
C. A tight-fitting seal is essential for effectiveness.
D. Beards can prevent a proper seal.
Answer: A. Dust masks are only for particulates. Vapors and gases require specific chemical
cartridge respirators.
19. The goal of "Integrated Pest Management" (IPM) is to:
A. Eliminate all pests from the environment
B. Use only biological controls
C. Manage pests economically while minimizing risks to people and the environment
D. Apply pesticides on a strict calendar schedule
Answer: C. IPM is a sustainable approach that uses multiple tactics (cultural, physical, biological,
chemical) and only uses pesticides as a last resort.
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Section 1: Safety (20 Questions)
1. What is the primary purpose of the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard?
A. To ban the use of dangerous pesticides
B. To ensure chemical hazards are identified and communicated to workers
C. To set residue tolerances on food
D. To require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
Answer: B. The HazCom Standard is about the "right to know." It ensures employers inform and
train employees about the identities and hazards of chemicals they work with, primarily through
Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and labels.
2. The signal word "DANGER" on a pesticide label indicates:
A. The product is slightly toxic
B. The product is moderately toxic
C. The product is highly toxic
D. The product is a carcinogen
Answer: C. "DANGER" signifies high toxicity. "WARNING" signifies moderate toxicity, and
"CAUTION" signifies low toxicity.
3. Which piece of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is most critical when mixing a
concentrated, highly toxic pesticide?
A. Gloves
B. Respirator
C. Chemical-resistant apron
D. Goggles
Answer: B. While all are important, inhalation of concentrated vapors or dusts is an immediate
and severe hazard. The label will specify the required type of respirator.
4. The first action to take if a pesticide is spilled on your skin is to:
A. Neutralize it with a weak acid or base
B. Apply the antidote listed on the label
C. Wash the area with plenty of soap and water
D. Cover it to prevent spreading
,Answer: C. Immediately flush with water for 15+ minutes and wash with soap. Speed is critical
to reduce absorption.
5. What is the primary route of exposure for fumigants?
A. Dermal (Skin)
B. Oral (Ingestion)
C. Ocular (Eyes)
D. Inhalation (Lungs)
Answer: D. Fumigants are gaseous pesticides designed to fill a space, making inhalation the
primary exposure risk.
6. Pesticide-contaminated clothing should be:
A. Washed separately from other laundry in hot water with heavy-duty detergent
B. Discarded immediately in a regular trash can
C. Taken to a dry cleaner
D. Aired out and worn again
Answer: A. Wash separately to avoid contaminating other clothes. Pre-rinse and use a full cycle.
7. The "Circle and Dot" symbol on a pesticide label indicates:
A. The product is a restricted-use pesticide
B. The product is an organic formulation
C. The product requires specific storage conditions
D. The product is highly flammable
Answer: D. This symbol is a specific hazard indicator for flammability.
8. Who is responsible for providing PPE to employees?
A. The employee
B. The pesticide manufacturer
C. The employer
D. OSHA
Answer: C. The employer is legally responsible for providing, maintaining, and ensuring the use
of required PPE.
9. A "Confined Space" as defined by OSHA is NOT characterized by:
A. Limited means of entry or exit
B. Is large enough for an employee to enter
C. Is designed for continuous employee occupancy
D. May contain a hazardous atmosphere
Answer: C. Confined spaces are not designed for continuous occupancy (e.g., crawl spaces,
grain bins, vaults).
,10. The document that provides detailed safety and hazard information for a pesticide
product is the:
A. Pesticide Label
B. Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
C. Application Manual
D. Pest Control Guide
Answer: B. The SDS provides comprehensive technical and safety information, while the label is
the legal directive for use.
11. Vomiting should never be induced in a pesticide poisoning victim if the product:
A. Is an organophosphate
B. Is a pyrethroid
C. Contains an emulsifier
D. Is a petroleum-based hydrocarbon
Answer: D. Inducing vomiting with petroleum distillates can cause them to be aspirated into the
lungs, causing chemical pneumonia.
12. The three components of the "Fire Triangle" are fuel, heat, and:
A. Carbon dioxide
B. Oxygen
C. A chemical catalyst
D. Nitrogen
Answer: B. Fuel, Heat, and Oxygen must all be present for a fire to occur.
13. The most reliable source of first-aid information for a specific pesticide exposure is:
A. Calling the National Poison Control Center
B. The First Aid section on the product label
C. Asking a coworker
D. Searching online
Answer: B. The label is specific to that product and immediately available. Always follow label
directions and then call for medical help.
14. What should be done with empty pesticide containers?
A. Re-use them for other purposes
B. Dispose of them according to label instructions and local regulations
C. Burn them in an open area
D. Bury them on-site
Answer: B. Triple-rinsing and puncturing (if allowed) and taking to a designated disposal site is
typical. The label and state laws provide exact instructions.
, 15. The symptom of pesticide poisoning described as "constriction of the pupils" is:
A. Miosis
B. Mydriasis
C. Urticaria
D. Cyanosis
Answer: A. Miosis is a classic symptom of exposure to organophosphate and carbamate
insecticides.
16. Before applying a pesticide in an area, you should always:
A. Notify the police department
B. Perform a site assessment to identify potential hazards
C. Apply a test patch
D. Get written permission from all neighbors
Answer: B. A site assessment identifies risks like children's toys, pets, water bodies, and
sensitive individuals.
17. The term "LD50" refers to:
A. The legal dosage for 50% of pests
B. The dose that is lethal to 50% of test animals
C. The long-term degradation time of a chemical
D. The dosage for effective control of 50% of a population
Answer: B. LD50 (Lethal Dose 50%) is a standard measure of acute toxicity. A lower LD50 means
a more toxic substance.
18. Which statement about respirators is FALSE?
A. A dust mask provides protection against pesticide vapors.
B. Cartridges must be changed according to the manufacturer's schedule.
C. A tight-fitting seal is essential for effectiveness.
D. Beards can prevent a proper seal.
Answer: A. Dust masks are only for particulates. Vapors and gases require specific chemical
cartridge respirators.
19. The goal of "Integrated Pest Management" (IPM) is to:
A. Eliminate all pests from the environment
B. Use only biological controls
C. Manage pests economically while minimizing risks to people and the environment
D. Apply pesticides on a strict calendar schedule
Answer: C. IPM is a sustainable approach that uses multiple tactics (cultural, physical, biological,
chemical) and only uses pesticides as a last resort.
