Wisconsin Pesticide Applicator Practice Test Questions with Complete Verified Solutions 2024

Wisconsin Pesticide Applicator Practice Test Questions with Complete Verified Solutions 2024 The goal of IPM isn't to eliminate the entire pest population but.... To avoid adverse effects on humans, wildlife and the environment Which of the following words is that number of pests per plant or the amount of damage to a plant at which point control measures should begin? Economic Threshold The disease that is generally the result of unfavorable growing conditions, such as temperature or moistur e extremes, soil compaction, pesticide or fertilizer excess, etc..? Noninfectious Disease The first step in planning a successful weed control program is Identify the weed (scouting) Broadleaf weeds differ from grasses how They have netted veins that are u sually less elongated than that of grass leaves. This weed germinates in the spring, develops a root system and a low -growing cluster of leaves called a rosette? Biennial The part of the pesticide that kills is the? Active ingredient What do Wettable powde rs require when mixed with water.... agitation What do Surfactants do? Decrease the surface tension of water, allowing the water carrier to spread over the surface. Can you mix two pesticides together if the label doesn't specify they can be mixed? Yes, your responsibility to make sure they retain their properties. How can you tell two pesticides are not compatible? The mixture may curdle, gel or become sludge like. The pre -harvest interval is the? Amount of time that a crop can be harvested after it has been sprayed. Which of the following is on every label? Keep out of Reach of Children. Who can purchase Restricted Use Pesticides? Certified Applicators or persons under their direct supervision. What part of the label should you look under to find the minimum PPE you should wear? Precautionary Statement. How often should you read the pesticide label? Every time you purchase the product The Office of Safety and Health Administration protects the nation's workers through dissemination of information.... "Worker Right -to-Know" Which of the following dermal exposures is the most serious? When a pesticide mixed with oil crosses the skin barrier and into the bloodstream, the results can be fatal. If you spill highly concentrated chemicals on your cloths how sh ould you clean them? Don't, dispose of them properly. When filling, rinsing, draining, and cleaning your equipment preferably the area should have? A wash pad, wash rack, or concrete apron with a well designed sump to catch contaminated water. What is the best way to get rid of excess chemical? Dilute excess and reapply to area, but do not exceed label rates for area. What is a major concern of drift? Off target damage to vegetation and people. Which of the following is important to consider when purchasing and applying a pesticide? a) The label is a legal document b) Before you buy and apply a pesticide read the label c) A General Use pesticide is not given a classification on the label ****All of the above **** What is a major complaint to the Dept. of Agri culture about spraying? Drift from farms, etc... If you were going to spray an area and there are bee colonies with -in two miles what should you do? Contact the bee keepers 48 hrs. in advance so the colonies can be moved.