Pesticide Regulation: DPR Laws &
Regulations Study Guide | In-Depth
Latest Quiz 2023
Section 1: Federal Regulations (FIFRA & EPA)
Question 1
Under FIFRA, which federal agency is responsible for registering pesticides and enforcing
labeling compliance ? A. USDA B. EPA C. OSHA D. CDC
Correct Answer: B Rationale: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) registers
pesticides and enforces compliance under FIFRA §3. USDA (A) oversees agricultural policies,
OSHA (C) regulates workplace safety, and CDC (D) focuses on disease control.
Question 2
Which EPA toxicity category includes pesticides with the signal word "DANGER" and the
skull-and-crossbones symbol? A. Category I B. Category II C. Category III D. Category IV
Correct Answer: A Rationale: Category I (Highly Toxic) pesticides bear the signal word
"DANGER" and the skull-and-crossbones symbol. Category II (B) uses "WARNING," Category III
(C) uses "CAUTION," and Category IV (D) has no signal word.
Question 3
A pesticide label states: "For retail sale and use only in California." What does this indicate?
A. The product is exempt from EPA registration. B. The product is registered under FIFRA
Section 24(c) (Special Local Need). C. The product is a restricted-use pesticide (RUP). D.
The product is approved for organic farming only.
,Correct Answer: B Rationale: Section 24(c) registration allows states to register pesticides
for specific local needs not covered by federal registration. This label indicates
California-specific approval.
Question 4
Which of the following must be included on all pesticide labels under EPA regulations? A. The
manufacturer’s suggested retail price. B. The EPA registration number. C. The applicator’s
license number. D. The date of manufacture.
Correct Answer: B Rationale: EPA requires the registration number (e.g., "EPA Reg. No.
12345-67") on all pesticide labels. Retail price (A), applicator license (C), and manufacture date
(D) are not mandatory.
Question 5
Under FIFRA, which of the following violations is classified as a felony? A. Failing to wear
gloves when the label requires them. B. Knowingly applying a pesticide in a manner inconsistent
with its labeling. C. Storing pesticides in an unlocked cabinet. D. Disposing of empty containers
in a landfill.
Correct Answer: B Rationale: Knowing violations of FIFRA (e.g., off-label use) can be
felonies if they result in serious harm or intentional misuse . Minor violations (A, C, D) are
typically misdemeanors or civil penalties.
Section 2: California DPR Regulations (FAC & CCR Title
3)
Question 6
, Which California law establishes the Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) and its
regulatory authority? A. California Health and Safety Code B. California Food and Agricultural
Code (FAC) C. California Labor Code D. California Water Code
Correct Answer: B Rationale: FAC Division 7, Chapter 3 establishes DPR’s authority over
pesticide regulation, licensing, and enforcement.
Question 7
Under CCR Title 3, which of the following is required on pesticide labels sold in California? A. A
California DPR registration number. B. A statement: "For use only by certified applicators." C.
The signal word "DANGER" in bold red letters. D. A California-specific EPA registration number.
Correct Answer: A Rationale: CCR §6148 requires a valid California DPR registration
number (e.g., "CA EPA Reg. No. 12345-67"). The other options are incorrect or only apply to
specific products.
Question 8
A pesticide applicator in California fails to maintain records of a restricted-use pesticide (RUP)
application. Which of the following penalties may apply? A. A warning letter from DPR. B. A fine
of up to $5,000 per violation. C. Suspension of the applicator’s license. D. All of the above .
Correct Answer: D Rationale: Failure to maintain RUP records violates FAC §14022 and may
result in warnings, fines, or license suspension.
Question 9
Which of the following must be included in a pesticide use report submitted to the County
Agricultural Commissioner in California? A. The applicator’s home address. B. The date,
location, and amount of pesticide applied. C. The manufacturer’s suggested retail price. D.
The worker’s social security number.
Regulations Study Guide | In-Depth
Latest Quiz 2023
Section 1: Federal Regulations (FIFRA & EPA)
Question 1
Under FIFRA, which federal agency is responsible for registering pesticides and enforcing
labeling compliance ? A. USDA B. EPA C. OSHA D. CDC
Correct Answer: B Rationale: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) registers
pesticides and enforces compliance under FIFRA §3. USDA (A) oversees agricultural policies,
OSHA (C) regulates workplace safety, and CDC (D) focuses on disease control.
Question 2
Which EPA toxicity category includes pesticides with the signal word "DANGER" and the
skull-and-crossbones symbol? A. Category I B. Category II C. Category III D. Category IV
Correct Answer: A Rationale: Category I (Highly Toxic) pesticides bear the signal word
"DANGER" and the skull-and-crossbones symbol. Category II (B) uses "WARNING," Category III
(C) uses "CAUTION," and Category IV (D) has no signal word.
Question 3
A pesticide label states: "For retail sale and use only in California." What does this indicate?
A. The product is exempt from EPA registration. B. The product is registered under FIFRA
Section 24(c) (Special Local Need). C. The product is a restricted-use pesticide (RUP). D.
The product is approved for organic farming only.
,Correct Answer: B Rationale: Section 24(c) registration allows states to register pesticides
for specific local needs not covered by federal registration. This label indicates
California-specific approval.
Question 4
Which of the following must be included on all pesticide labels under EPA regulations? A. The
manufacturer’s suggested retail price. B. The EPA registration number. C. The applicator’s
license number. D. The date of manufacture.
Correct Answer: B Rationale: EPA requires the registration number (e.g., "EPA Reg. No.
12345-67") on all pesticide labels. Retail price (A), applicator license (C), and manufacture date
(D) are not mandatory.
Question 5
Under FIFRA, which of the following violations is classified as a felony? A. Failing to wear
gloves when the label requires them. B. Knowingly applying a pesticide in a manner inconsistent
with its labeling. C. Storing pesticides in an unlocked cabinet. D. Disposing of empty containers
in a landfill.
Correct Answer: B Rationale: Knowing violations of FIFRA (e.g., off-label use) can be
felonies if they result in serious harm or intentional misuse . Minor violations (A, C, D) are
typically misdemeanors or civil penalties.
Section 2: California DPR Regulations (FAC & CCR Title
3)
Question 6
, Which California law establishes the Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) and its
regulatory authority? A. California Health and Safety Code B. California Food and Agricultural
Code (FAC) C. California Labor Code D. California Water Code
Correct Answer: B Rationale: FAC Division 7, Chapter 3 establishes DPR’s authority over
pesticide regulation, licensing, and enforcement.
Question 7
Under CCR Title 3, which of the following is required on pesticide labels sold in California? A. A
California DPR registration number. B. A statement: "For use only by certified applicators." C.
The signal word "DANGER" in bold red letters. D. A California-specific EPA registration number.
Correct Answer: A Rationale: CCR §6148 requires a valid California DPR registration
number (e.g., "CA EPA Reg. No. 12345-67"). The other options are incorrect or only apply to
specific products.
Question 8
A pesticide applicator in California fails to maintain records of a restricted-use pesticide (RUP)
application. Which of the following penalties may apply? A. A warning letter from DPR. B. A fine
of up to $5,000 per violation. C. Suspension of the applicator’s license. D. All of the above .
Correct Answer: D Rationale: Failure to maintain RUP records violates FAC §14022 and may
result in warnings, fines, or license suspension.
Question 9
Which of the following must be included in a pesticide use report submitted to the County
Agricultural Commissioner in California? A. The applicator’s home address. B. The date,
location, and amount of pesticide applied. C. The manufacturer’s suggested retail price. D.
The worker’s social security number.
