Pesticide Applicator Certification Exam
100 Questions
1. What is the primary purpose of a pesticide label?
To provide instructions for safe and effective use
The label contains legally enforceable directions, safety
precautions, and usage rates necessary for proper application.
2. Which signal word on a pesticide label indicates the highest level
of acute toxicity?
Danger
Danger indicates high toxicity, while Warning and Caution
indicate moderate and low toxicity, respectively.
3. What is the primary route of pesticide exposure for applicators?
Dermal (skin contact)
Most pesticide exposure occurs through skin contact, though
inhalation and ingestion are also possible.
4. What is the first step in case of pesticide poisoning?
Call emergency services immediately
Rapid medical attention is critical, followed by decontamination
according to the label.
5. What personal protective equipment (PPE) is generally required
for mixing and loading pesticides?
Chemical-resistant gloves, long-sleeved shirt, long pants, and
protective eyewear
These PPE items protect against skin absorption and eye contact
during handling of concentrated products.
, 6. What is the main purpose of a pesticide safety data sheet (SDS)?
To provide detailed safety, handling, and emergency information
The SDS contains health hazards, first aid instructions, and spill
cleanup procedures.
7. Which factor affects pesticide volatility?
Temperature
Higher temperatures increase the vaporization of pesticides,
leading to potential drift.
8. Which method is most effective in reducing pesticide runoff into
waterways?
Applying pesticides according to label instructions and weather
conditions
Avoiding application before rain and following label directions
minimizes environmental contamination.
9. What is integrated pest management (IPM)?
A pest control strategy combining biological, cultural, and
chemical methods
IPM focuses on long-term prevention and minimizes pesticide
use by integrating multiple control techniques.
10. How should pesticides be stored?
In a locked, dry, and well-ventilated area away from food and
feed
Proper storage prevents accidental exposure, degradation, and
contamination of consumables.
11. What does LD50 indicate?
The dose required to kill 50% of a test population
LD50 is a standard measure of acute toxicity for evaluating
pesticide hazards.
100 Questions
1. What is the primary purpose of a pesticide label?
To provide instructions for safe and effective use
The label contains legally enforceable directions, safety
precautions, and usage rates necessary for proper application.
2. Which signal word on a pesticide label indicates the highest level
of acute toxicity?
Danger
Danger indicates high toxicity, while Warning and Caution
indicate moderate and low toxicity, respectively.
3. What is the primary route of pesticide exposure for applicators?
Dermal (skin contact)
Most pesticide exposure occurs through skin contact, though
inhalation and ingestion are also possible.
4. What is the first step in case of pesticide poisoning?
Call emergency services immediately
Rapid medical attention is critical, followed by decontamination
according to the label.
5. What personal protective equipment (PPE) is generally required
for mixing and loading pesticides?
Chemical-resistant gloves, long-sleeved shirt, long pants, and
protective eyewear
These PPE items protect against skin absorption and eye contact
during handling of concentrated products.
, 6. What is the main purpose of a pesticide safety data sheet (SDS)?
To provide detailed safety, handling, and emergency information
The SDS contains health hazards, first aid instructions, and spill
cleanup procedures.
7. Which factor affects pesticide volatility?
Temperature
Higher temperatures increase the vaporization of pesticides,
leading to potential drift.
8. Which method is most effective in reducing pesticide runoff into
waterways?
Applying pesticides according to label instructions and weather
conditions
Avoiding application before rain and following label directions
minimizes environmental contamination.
9. What is integrated pest management (IPM)?
A pest control strategy combining biological, cultural, and
chemical methods
IPM focuses on long-term prevention and minimizes pesticide
use by integrating multiple control techniques.
10. How should pesticides be stored?
In a locked, dry, and well-ventilated area away from food and
feed
Proper storage prevents accidental exposure, degradation, and
contamination of consumables.
11. What does LD50 indicate?
The dose required to kill 50% of a test population
LD50 is a standard measure of acute toxicity for evaluating
pesticide hazards.
