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The type of pesticide application that specifically targets the
pests to minimize pesticide contact with non-target plants and
animals is referred to as: - ANSWER-directed-spray application
Which type of adjuvant physically alters the surface tension of
spray droplets? - ANSWER-surfactants
The capacity of a pesticide to cause short-term (acute) or long-
term (chronic) injury is referred to as its: - ANSWER-toxicity
In the case of inhalation exposure, what is the first thing you
should do to help a victim? - ANSWER-Get the victim to fresh
air
When considering the replacement of reusable PPE, it is
important to remember that: - ANSWER-glove replacement is a
high priority
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The Field Sanitation Standard is a 1987 Occupational Safety and
Health Administration (OSHA) regulation that generally applies
to: - ANSWER-agricultural employers who employ more than
10 field workers
What is true about pest management strategies in Integrated Pest
Management (IPM) - ANSWER-The goal is often to maintain
pest damage at economically acceptable levels.
Lowering the humidity in grain storage areas to reduce damage
from mold is an example of which type of pest management
method. - ANSWER-physical/environmental modification
What items should be stored at a pesticide storage area? -
ANSWER-emergency PPE and spill cleanup kit
What is a tolerance as set by the EPA? - ANSWER-The
maximum amount of pesticide residue that may legally remain
on or in a commodity at the time of harvest or slaughter.
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To apply a pesticide to a triangular area that has a base of 75 feet
and a height of 40 feet, the pesticide applicator must figure the
area. What is the area? - ANSWER-1,500 square feet
The correct nozzle for handgun sprayers for spot treatment and
crack and crevice treatment is a: - ANSWER-solid stream nozzle
The type of dry/solid formulation that is mixed in water and
when used reduces the risk of inhalation exposure is: -
ANSWER-water-dispersable granules (WDG) or dry flowables
(DF)
How often should calibration of equipment be rechecked? -
ANSWER-regularly during the spray season
To calibrate accurately, it is necessary to know the: - ANSWER-
speedometer of equipment
The label of pesticide products that might adversely affect an
endangered species must include: - ANSWER-a label statement
advising applicators to consult a county bulletin to determine if
they must take any special precautionary measures.