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IDAHO CORE COMPETENCY QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
(GRADED A+) 2026/
What is the least amount of PPE required to be worn while using any pesticide (maybe RUP?) application? - ANSWER - long pants, long sleeve shirt, shoes, and socks Which section of a pesticide label would you find the required PPE in? - ANSWER - Precautionary statement Phytotoxic chemicals are toxic to insects? - ANSWER - True To properly dispose of an empty pesticide container you must? - ANSWER - triple rinse the container than render it unusable or recycle it Systemic pesticides are absorbed and transferred throughout the entire plant? - ANSWER - True Choose the incorrect statement for fumigants? - ANSWER - fumigants work best in large open buildings/spaces Whether a pesticide is flammable, or corrosive can be found in what section of the label? - ANSWER - precautionary statement How long must records be kept of a professional applicator's general use pesticide treatment? - ANSWER - 3 years
According to the Idaho Pesticide and Chemigation Law which action is prohibited? - ANSWER - mixing your solution at a higher rate than what's listed on the label for an infestation In a pesticide storage area you must? - ANSWER - have warning placards easily visible What is the minimum age to receive your Idaho Pesticide Applicators License? - ANSWER - 18 What is the easiest and most effective way to make a large change in your flow rate? - ANSWER - decrease your speed and increase your PSI What is the most hazardous activity for a pesticide applicator? - ANSWER - mixing What is the _____________ for when a pest population reaches the point it can cause economic damage? - ANSWER - economic threshold What conditions aid chemicals to leach into groundwater? - ANSWER - water solubility of the pesticide, soil texture and absorption Volatilization is the act of a _________ changing into a __________? - ANSWER - liquid, gas
How soon can agricultural workers enter the field, without protective clothing, after a CAVERN 68 application? - ANSWER - No earlier than 48 hours after application. When applying Cavern 68, how many gallons of spray mix should be applied for aerial applications? - ANSWER - At least 2 gal per acre CAVERN 68 cannot be applied by: - ANSWER - Chemigation Anticoagulant pesticides kill by: - ANSWER - Damage capillaries and reduce the ability of the blood to clot, resulting in internal bleeding The component of a pesticide formulation that controls the pest is the __________ ingredient. - ANSWER - Active The most common route of pesticide exposure leading to poisoning is: - ANSWER - Dermal Select the incorrect statement. Symptoms of pesticide poisoning: - ANSWER
- Always occur immediately after exposure Toxicity from small, repeated exposures to a pesticide over time is called: - ANSWER - Chronic toxicity
If pesticides are spilled on the skin or clothing, the first reaction should be to: - ANSWER - Remove contaminated clothing and wash the affected area with soap and water. The quickest and most direct route of pesticide exposure is through: - ANSWER - Inhalation Gloves and boots worn when handling pesticides should be made of what material? - ANSWER - Unlined Rubber Clean protective equipment and clothing should be kept: - ANSWER - with pesticides in the locked pesticide storage area If a nozzle becomes clogged while spraying: - ANSWER - Stop spraying, move to an untreated area, and use a soft brush to clean the clogged nozzle. Select the condition that could help reduce pesticide volatilization: - ANSWER - Soil incorporation The upper level of the water-saturated zone in the soil is called the: - ANSWER - Water table Fish kills most commonly result from pollution of water by: - ANSWER - Insecticides
What is a disadvantage of WSG's, Flowables, Adjuvants, Wettable Powders?
- ANSWER - Difficult to mix with hard water Adjuvants enhance performance but do not have pesticidal activity. - ANSWER - True Which signal word means that it is "Moderately toxic"? - ANSWER - Warning Bees are the safest if you treat them? - ANSWER - During in the morning and the evening Most Common Poisoning? - ANSWER - Commonly has Skin irritation Does ISDA enforce FIFRA? - ANSWER - True Pesticides should be stored in: - ANSWER - Only in their original container. Select the incorrect statement. To reduce the chances of bee poisoning from pesticides: - ANSWER - Select dust formulations whenever possible. How can you tell if a chemical mixture is incompatible? - ANSWER - Loss of effectiveness against target pests, phytotoxicity, increased hazard to applicator or treated animals, clogging of equipment. A disadvantage of encapsulated pesticide is? - ANSWER - They kill bees
What is the first step in IPM? - ANSWER - identify the pest to be managed and the amount present Complete uniform coverage in the use of a contact herbicide is unnecessary? - ANSWER - True Choose the correct statement for using a RUP? - ANSWER - Only licensed individuals can apply RUP What can be found in the directions for use section of the label? - ANSWER - The compatibility with other frequently used products Cavern68 how much needs to be mixed for a turf application on annual broadleaf weeds? - ANSWER - 2 - 4 pints Preharvest intervals stated on a pesticide label are designed to: - ANSWER - Protect produce from residues over tolerances. Which of the following concerning an emulsifiable concentrate pesticide formulation is false? - ANSWER - Easily clogs nozzles and screens Which is an undesirable characteristic of a pesticide storage area? - ANSWER
- Well lighted by direct sunlight.
Exceptions: there are exceptions such as Pyriproxyfen - ANSWER - Insect Growth Regulators (IGR) generally end in "prene" Examples: Hydroprene and Methoprene Exceptions: there are exceptions such as Pyriproxyfen
