Download TEXAS JURISPRUDENCE DENTAL EXAM LATEST 2024 QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS WELLIGRADED A+ and more Exams Nursing in PDF only on Docsity! Texas Pesticide Applicator General Exam Questions and Answers (Latest Update 2023) If unsupervised, you must have a license to legally work with restricted pesticides, but not to work with state-limited pesticides. T/F - ANSWER>>False To legally perform structural pest control, you must have a license regardless of the kinds of pesticides you use. T/F - ANSWER>>True Which is not an agency that shares responsibility for pesticide applicator training, certification and licensing? a. Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) b. Texas Structural Pest Control Service (SPCS) c. Texas A&M AgriLife Research - ANSWER>>c. Texas A&M AgriLife Research Which license must be obtained by a person who wants to perform pest control as an employee of a privately owned apartment building or hospital? a. A business license from SPCS b. A noncommercial license from SPCS c. A private license from either TDA or the SPCS d. none of the above - ANSWER>>b. A noncommercial license from SPCS To work for hire, using restricted or state-limited pesticides on another person's land, you must have: a. A business license from the TDA b. A commercial license from the TDA c. A private license from the TDA d. All of the above - ANSWER>>b. A commercial license from the TDA All licensed commercial and noncommercial applicators must be certified in each application category in which they practice. T/F - ANSWER>>True Which of the following is not among the TDA application categories? a. Right of way b. Predatory animal c. Wood preservation d. Fumigation - ANSWER>>c. Wood preservation Which of the following is not among the SPCS application categories? a. Termite b. Seed treatment c. Wood preservation d. Commodity fumigation - ANSWER>>b. Seed treatment Which of the following state agencies is not involved in pesticides regulations? a. Texas Department of Agriculture b. Texas A&M AgriLife extension service c. Texas Commission on Environmental Quality - ANSWER>>b. Texas A&M AgriLife extension service Under the Texas Pesticide Law, pesticides used in this state must be registered with the TDA, even if they are already registered with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. T/F - ANSWER>>True _______ ________ is your responsibility to inform nearby residents or adjacent landowners before you apply pesticides. - ANSWER>>Prior notification In addition of the state government, even county commissioners courts may set rules on the use of certain pesticides. T/F - ANSWER>>True Even with a commercial applicator license, you must still obtain a spray permit before using regulated herbicides. T/F - ANSWER>>True Specialty fertilizer in containers with capacities of 50 pounds or less that are labeled for ornamental and turf use are exempt from classification as state-limited-use pesticides or regulated herbicides. T/F - ANSWER>>True The Texas Structural Pest Control Act requires you to give public notice at least ______ hours before commencing indoor pesticide treatments. - ANSWER>>48 Which agency enforces the Texas Solid Waste Disposal Act? a. TDA __________ __________ is a delayed poisonous effect from exposure to a substance. - ANSWER>>Chronic toxicity _________ _________ is long-term repeated contact with pesticides. - ANSWER>>Chronic exposure The effects of which type of exposure---acute or chronic--- can be more easily detected and studied? - ANSWER>>Acute A ____________ ____ is the amount of pesticide of which a surface, plant or animal is exposed. - ANSWER>>pesticide dose Name the three routes by which pesticide can enter your body. - ANSWER>>Dermal , oral , inhalation Some pesticide are poisonous no matter how they enter the body. T/F - ANSWER>>True Which pesticide solution is most likely to be absorbed through the skin? a. Oil-based b. Water-based c. Dry - ANSWER>>a. Oil-based Which areas of the body absorb pesticides quickly? a. Feet, hands, head, and groin b. Scalp, nose, hands, and arms c. Face, hands, torso, and scalp d. Eyes, ears, scalp, and genitals - ANSWER>>d. Eyes, ears, scalp, and genitals Which two routes of entry are likely to be the most important to you? a. Dermal and oral b. Dermal and inhalation c. Inhalation and oral d. None of the above - ANSWER>>b. Dermal and inhalation Which factor affects the toxicity of a pesticide? a. Route of entry b. frequency and duration (rate) of exposure c. Dose received d. All of the above - ANSWER>>d. All of the above An example of a chronic effect is the drop in __________, an essential body enzyme, caused by organophosphates and carbamates. - ANSWER>>Cholinesterase ___________ effects occur at the site of contact with a pesticide while ___________ effects occur away from the point of contact. - ANSWER>>Local, systemic Skin rash, nausea, eye irritation, and dizziness are examples of ___________ toxic effects. - ANSWER>>Reversible LD 50 means "lethal dose fifty" it refers to the amount of chemical that kills __________ the animals exposed to it in a laboratory test. - ANSWER>>half (50%) The smaller the LD 50 value, the less chemical required to fatal, so the more poisonous the pesticide. T/F - ANSWER>>True Acute oral toxicity and acute dermal toxicity are measured as LD 50. The higher the LD 50 the ___________ (more or less) toxic the pesticide. - ANSWER>>Less How is LD 50 used? a. LD 50 is used with other tests to place pesticides in a " toxic category" and give them a "signal word." b. LD 50 is used to compare the toxicity of different chemicals. c. LD 50 is used to tell how a chemical acts and how sensitive different organs within an animal or human might be. - ANSWER>>a. LD 50 is used with other tests to place pesticides in a " toxic category" and give them a "signal word." LC 50 means "lethal _________ fifty." It refers to the amount of chemical in the air that caused half of the test animals to die when they inhaled it. - ANSWER>>concentration Six milligrams per kilogram (mg/kg) is equal to __________ parts per million. - ANSWER>>six What signal word must be on the label for pesticides classified as "relatively non-toxic" a. CAUTION! b. DANGER! c. WARNING! - ANSWER>>a. CAUTION! What signal word must be on the label for pesticides classified as "Highly toxic"? a. CAUTION! b. DANGER! c. WARNING! - ANSWER>>b. DANGER! What signal word must be on the label for pesticides classified as "Slightly toxic"? a. CAUTION! b. DANGER! c. WARNING! - ANSWER>>a. CAUTION! What signal word must be on the label for pesticides classified as "moderately toxic"? a. CAUTION b. DANGER c. WARNING - ANSWER>>c. WARNING The toxicity of a substance is its ability to cause injury, while __________ is the risk or chance that harm will come from using the pesticide. - ANSWER>>hazard Is a highly toxic material always very hazardous? a. No, if a highly toxic material is handled properly it could actually pose low risk or hazard. b. Yes, no matter how it is handled a highly toxic material is always hazardous. - ANSWER>>a. No, if a highly toxic material is handled properly it could actually pose low risk or hazard. Which of the statements below is not true about a pesticide deposit? a. A deposit is pesticide that remains on treated surfaces right after application. b. Pesticide deposits may or may not be seen easily. c. Most deposits remain on surfaces for a very long time. - ANSWER>>c. Most deposits remain on surfaces for a very long time. Which of the statements below is not true about a pesticide residue? a. Some residues may remain for months or years. b. Residue information is required for each crop you treat. c. Residues are found only on target crops and surfaces. - ANSWER>>c. Residues are found only on target crops and surfaces. __________ is the maximum amount of pesticide residue allowed on a harvested crop, set by the EPA. - ANSWER>>Tolerance Pesticide pollution can help a pest you are trying to destroy by killing predators and parasites of the pest. T/F - ANSWER>>True An ___________ is a geologic formation of permeable rock, sand, or gravel that stores large amounts of water. - ANSWER>>aquifer Why are aquifers important? a. Because they are the main water supply for manufacturing industries b. Because so many people use water from aquifers for drinking c. Because building and maintaining them provides jobs - ANSWER>>b. Because so many people use water from aquifers for drinking What is the name given to the complex prey/predator cycle in which all animals (including man) take part? a. Food chain b. Habitat c. Ecosystem - ANSWER>>a. Food chain At what level is man in the food chain? a. Near the bottom b. Near the middle c. Near the top - ANSWER>>c. Near the top An __________ pesticide is one that builds up in animal an plant tissues. - ANSWER>>Accumulative A ___________ pesticide is one that remains in the environment without breaking down. - ANSWER>>Persistent Even though persistent pesticides remain in the environment, they do not always accumulate in animals or plants. T/F - ANSWER>>True An ___________ ____________ is a plant or animal that is near extinction throughout all of most of its range. - ANSWER>>Endangered species Which of the following is not a process that causes pesticides to break down after applications? a. Photodegradation b. Microbial degradation c. Chemical degradation d. Atmospheric degradation - ANSWER>>d. Atmospheric degradation Pesticides that degrade ___________ in the environment are the least hazardous. a. Slowly b. Quickly c. At a moderate rate - ANSWER>>b. Quickly The best protection against groundwater pollution is __________ _____________. - ANSWER>>Preventing contamination Which is not a reason why pesticide accidents occur? a. Lack of up to date knowledge b. Unsafe handling practices c. Reading and understanding pesticide labels - ANSWER>>c. Reading and understanding pesticide labels If you or our partner feels sick on the job, should you leave the work undone or try to finish it? a. Always try to finish the job unless there is an emergency or you are working alone and feel as though you might faint. b. If you or any other workers feels sick, do not try to finish the job. Get out of the area immediately and get help. - ANSWER>>b. If you or any other workers feels sick, do not try to finish the job. Get out of the area immediately and get help. How should you clean your washing machine after laundering pesticide soiled clothing? a. Run a complete, but empty cycle using hot water and detergent. b. Clean the inside of the machine by hand c. Run a rinse cycle only. - ANSWER>>a. Run a complete, but empty cycle using hot water and detergent. The safest way to move pesticides is in the back of a truck that has a steel bed with enclosed sides and a tail gate. T/F - ANSWER>>True You should wear a wide brimmed, chemical resistant, waterproof hat (not a cap) when you could be exposed to pesticide drift. T/F - ANSWER>>True You should store all clean protective equipment and clothing separately from stored pesticides. T/F - ANSWER>>True When you plan to work with pesticides, where should you look for information about the protective clothing you need? a. In the American Chemical User's Handbook b. On the pesticide label c. In your pesticide applicator training manuals - ANSWER>>b. On the pesticide label During pesticide handling, you should wear both gloves and boots made of chemical resistant material. T/F - ANSWER>>True You should wear protective clothing when you are exposed to pesticide drift, but hardly ever when you are mixing and filling pesticides. T/F - ANSWER>>False When filling a spray tank, you should always stand with your head above the container and the filling hole of the spray tank. T/F - ANSWER>>False How should you prepare for an accidental spill of a pesticide? a. Have some kind of absorptive material available b. Have bleach or hydrated lime for decontamination c. Keep soap, detergent and water close at hand d. Have a change of clothes available e. All of the above - ANSWER>>e. All of the above If a nozzle clogs up while you are spraying pesticides, the best way to clear it is to blow the nozzle out with your mouth. T/F - ANSWER>>False If the pesticide is not too toxic, it is OK to let children and pets play in the area while you are spraying there? a. Yes, if the pesticide Is not to toxic, children and pets may play in the area b. Pets may be allowed to play in the area, but not children c. Never let children or pets play in a treatment area during spraying - ANSWER>>c. Never let children or pets play in treatment area during spraying When you are spraying near bee colonies, it is up to the owners alone to keep the bees out of your way or to remove the bees. T/F - ANSWER>>False a. Leakage around the face shield b. Discomfort c. the expense of the cartridge - ANSWER>>a. Leakage around the face shield Gas masks are used when the applicator will be exposed to toxic fumes in heavy concentrations or for long time periods. T/F - ANSWER>>True When should gas masks be used with an independent oxygen supply? a. When you are exposed to unknown vapors b. When you reenter a fumigated area c. Both A and B d. Neither A nor B - ANSWER>>c. Both A and B Should you try to fit the respirator so that some air can leak in around your face? Yes or No - ANSWER>>No When should you replace the filter on your respirator? a. After each use b. Weekly c. When it becomes dirty or breathing becomes difficult - ANSWER>>c. When it becomes dirty or breathing becomes difficult How often should you change the cartridges on your respirator? a. Every 8 hours b. Every 24 hours c. Every 48 hours - ANSWER>>a. Every 8 hours To safely clean and store a respirator: wash the face piece with detergent and warm water. Rinse. Wipe dry with clean cloth. Store in a tightly closed plastic bag. T/F - ANSWER>>True When handling highly toxic pesticides . . . a. you can work safely alone for up to 4 hours b. You should always work in pairs c. You should always work in teams of at least three - ANSWER>>b. You should always work in pairs If you wash your face and hands first, it is all right to have a snack or a chew of tobacco while you are on the job. T/F - ANSWER>>True You may wear pesticide soaked clothing again, without laundering, as soon as the clothing dries. T/F - ANSWER>>False You should wash your gloved hands before removing the gloves. T/F - ANSWER>>True Natural rubber protects against ____________. a. Liquid formulations b. Dry formulations c. Both liquid and dry formulations - ANSWER>>b. Dry formulations The symptoms of pesticide poisoning are very difficult to tell from all other types of poisoning. T/F - ANSWER>>True A person exposed often to small amounts of toxic material over a long time usually shows the same poisoning symptoms as a person exposed suddenly to a large amount of toxic material. T/F - ANSWER>>True Because each chemical family can attack the body in a different way, the symptoms of pesticides poisoning are not all the same. T/F - ANSWER>>True What are some of the symptoms of mild poisoning? a. headache, fatigue, sore throat b. Vomiting c. Fainting, dizziness - ANSWER>>a. Headache, fatigue, sore throat The symptoms of mild poisoning are similar to the early symptoms of acute poisoning. T/F - ANSWER>>True What are some signs of severe or acute poisoning? a. Fever, intense thirst, vomiting b. Muscle twitches, pinpoint pupils c. Unconsciousness d. All of the above - ANSWER>>d. All of the above What are the three major chemical families? a. insecticides, Fungicide, and rodenticides b. Organophosphates, carbamates, and chlorinated hydrocarbons c. Broad spectrum, narrow spectrum, and systemics - ANSWER>>b. Organophosphates, carbamates, and chlorinated hydrocarbons What is the very first thing to do when someone has been poisoned? a. If you are alone with the victims, make sure he is breathing and not further exposed to poison. b. Call an ambulance or doctor c. Call a poison control center d. A and B - ANSWER>>d. A and B Your doctor should know which pesticides you normally use so they can obtain the __________ and keep it on hand. - ANSWER>>antidote If poison is on the victim's skin or in their eyes, it is important to immediately wash the victim with large amounts of running water. T/F - ANSWER>>True When someone inhales poison, you should make them vomit, except when . . . a. The victim is unconscious or in convulsions b. The victim has swallowed corrosive poison c. The victim has swallowed a petroleum product d. All of the above - ANSWER>>d. All of the above In many cases, swallowed poison can be absorbed by _____________ _____________, which is mixed with water into a thick syrup for the victim to drink. - ANSWER>>activated charcoal Atropine tablets can be poisonous if misused. You should never use them to prevent poisoning. T/F - ANSWER>>True If you suspect someone has ingested poison, give them atropine tablets to lessen their symptoms. T/F - ANSWER>>False Which of the following is not a sign of shock? a. Skin that is pale, cold , and clammy b. Vacant eyes with dilated pupils d. none of the above - ANSWER>>d. none of the above Diseases are caused by biological agents called ____________. - ANSWER>>pathogens Which of the following organisms are associated with plant disease? a. bacteria and viruses b. Amoebas and algae c. Fungi and nematodes d. all of the above e. a and c - ANSWER>>e. a and c Some weeds can be pests by . . . a. causing hay fever in people b. poisoning animals that eat them c. hindering fish growth and reproduction d. all of the above - ANSWER>>d. All of the above Which of the following types of plants lives more than 2 years? a. annual b. perennial c. biennial - ANSWER>>b. perennial What does the term vertebrate mean? a. animal with wings b. animal with jointed backbones c. animal that walk upright (vertically) - ANSWER>>b. animal with jointed backbones Which is an example of a vertebrate pest? a. rodents b. flies c. arachnids - ANSWER>>a. rodents A ____________ is any chemical used to control pests. - ANSWER>>pesticide Insecticide is just another word for pesticide. T/F - ANSWER>>False How does a systemic insecticide act on the pest? a. A systemic flows inside a treated plant and kills the pest when the pest eats the plant. b. A systemic enters the pest and attacks only a particular body system, such as the pest's nervous system. c. A systemic kills insect pests on contact. - ANSWER>>a. A systemic flows inside a treated plant and kills the pest when the pest eats the plant. The effect on beneficial insects is a primary concern when choosing a broad spectrum insecticide. T/F - ANSWER>>True Contact insecticides offer safety advantages in home, while residual insecticides are useful when the insects are a constant problem. T/F - ANSWER>>True Miticides are very similar in action and application to _____________. a. Fungicides b. Herbicides c. Insecticides - ANSWER>>c. Insecticides Of the two types of fungicides, ____________ prevent plant diseases and ____________ cure plant diseases. - ANSWER>>Protectants, eradicants Eradicants often are used . . . a. when protectants are too expensive or not available b. when protectants have not been applied on time c. when a disease breaks out unexpectedly d. all of the above - ANSWER>>d. all of the above Would you choose a selective or nonselective herbicide for weed control in a park? - ANSWER>>Selective Which herbicide applications, preplant means before the desired vegetation is planted. ____________ means before the weeds appear and ___________ means after both the desired vegetation and weed appear. - ANSWER>>Preemergence, postemergence What kind of chemical is used to alter or change the plant itself? a. synthetic hormones b. growth regulators c. organocides - ANSWER>>b. growth regulators Nematodes are . . . a. fungal growths on roots b. tiny worm like organisms c. small frogs that secrete a toxic chemical - ANSWER>>b. tiny worm-like organism A ________ _______ inhibitor kills immature insects by interfering with their growth and molting. - ANSWER>>Chitin synthesis Insect growth regulators attack a growth process found only in insects so these chemicals are generally harmless to humans and other vertebrates. T/F - ANSWER>>True Although repellants should be used according to their labels, they are not registered like other pesticides with the EPA. T/F - ANSWER>>False The words, " Keep Out of Reach of Children," must appear on all pesticide labels. T/F - ANSWER>>True If a pesticide label has no instructions about protective equipment, that means you need no protection while using the pesticide. T/F - ANSWER>>False Even if your intended use is not listed on a pesticide label, it is legal to use the pesticide anyway when you are sure it will work. T/F - ANSWER>>False Although the EPA registers pesticide labels, it does not require manufacturers to submit labels for registration. T/F - ANSWER>>False Many common chemical names exist but only those officially accepted by EPA may be included on a label's ingredient list. T/F - ANSWER>>True Highly toxic products must carry the signal word ___________. - ANSWER>>DANGER Products with signal word DANGER may also have a skull and crossbones symbol and the word _________ in red. - ANSWER>>Poison The signal word___________is required on labels for moderately toxic products. - ANSWER>>Warning All labels for slightly toxic pesticides must carry the signal word _________. - ANSWER>>Caution c. Fumigant - ANSWER>>a. Emulsifiable concentrate What is the difference between emulsifiable concentrates and flowables? - ANSWER>>Flowables start as solids, emulsifiable concentrates start as liquids. Would you choose an EC or WP if phytotoxicity might be a problem? - ANSWER>>WP T/F You should wear a respirator when mixing soluble or wettable powders. - ANSWER>>True What formulation would you choose if you wanted to penetrate cracks, soil, burrows, and enclosed areas? - ANSWER>>Fumigant Which is not a disadvantage of fumigants? a. Can be applied only in enclosed areas b. Are difficult to apply c. May be toxic enough to require full protective gear - ANSWER>>b. Are difficult to apply Which pesticide formulations must be diluted before they are applied? - ANSWER>>Wettable powders and emulsifiable concentrates When is the best time to add pesticide to the spray tank? - ANSWER>>Immediately before application T/F. Mixing is the time when you are most likely to be exposed to pesticide poisoning. - ANSWER>>True Through which routes of entry are you likely to be exposed during pesticide poisoning. - ANSWER>>Inhalation and dermal ------ devices keep spray mixture in the tank from escaping back through the hose into a water source. - ANSWER>>Antisiphoning T/F. When you empty a pesticide container, you should rinse it out at least 3 times. - ANSWER>>True What does chemical compatibility mean? - ANSWER>>Mixing the pesticides will not reduce their effectiviness How can you find out if two pesticides are compatible? - ANSWER>>Read the label An ----- is a chemical added to the pesticide mixture that makes an active ingredient more effective. - ANSWER>>adjuvant For what kind of job would you use a spread-sticker? - ANSWER>>for treatment of waxy leaf surfaces T/F The most hazardous activities involving pesticides are mixing and loading concentrates. - ANSWER>>True For most pesticide spray, what is the recommended water pH level? - ANSWER>>From 4 to 6 When a pesticide is spilled accidentally, what should you do first? - ANSWER>>contain the spill Which of the following is not a type of support equipment? a. Filler pump b. Front-end loader c. Sprayer - ANSWER>>c. Sprayer Which of the following must you consider in choosing pesticide application equipment for a job? a. Working conditions and type of target b. Pesticide formulation c. Possible problems d. All of the above - ANSWER>>d. All of the above T/F. Dusters are commonly used by gardeners and pest control operators for spot treatment of plants or small areas. - ANSWER>>True Seeders and fertilizer spreaders often can be used to apply granules without equipment adjustments. T/F - ANSWER>>True A fogger is a good equipment choice when there is a sensitive area nearby and the wind is low. T/F - ANSWER>>False Which type of sprayer would you probably choose to treat a small garden in a residential area? - ANSWER>>hand operated sprayer If you had to treat a large athletic complex containing several soccer fields, and water was not easily available, what type of sprayer would you choose? a. Low-pressure boom sprayer b. High-pressure sprayer c. Ultra-low volume sprayer - ANSWER>>a. Low-pressure boom sprayer What sprayer would you use if the pesticide was formulated only as a wettable powder and the target site had dense foliage? - ANSWER>>high pressure sprayer Does a hydraulic sprayer have low pressure or high pressure? - ANSWER>>high pressure What type of sprayer would you use with a wettable powder formulation to treat an oak tree in the backyard? - ANSWER>>high pressure sprayer Which type of sprayer is more likely to cause you to injure sensitive vegetation or wildlife by overdosing with concentrated pesticides? a. Low-pressure sprayer b. High-pressure sprayer c. ULV - ANSWER>>c. ULV you must increase pressure ---- times to double the flow rate - ANSWER>>4 From which of the following may nozzles be made? a. Brass b. Plastic c. Stainless Steel d. All of the above - ANSWER>>d. All of the above T/F Among nozzle materials, brass is the least resistant to wear. - ANSWER>>True Which pump does not have automatic pressure relief characteristics? - ANSWER>>Piston pump Which is not an advantage of piston pumps? a. Maneuverability b. There is no leakage inside the pump chamber c. Output is virtually unaffected by pressure. - ANSWER>>a. Maneuverability unnecessary handling risks. What is the proper way to dispose of surplus concentrated pesticide that is still in its original container? - ANSWER>>If it is unopened, return it to the manufacturer or distributor or give it to another certified applicator to use. T/F. If you rinse out an empty pesticide container three times, you can use if for another purpose or let children play with it. - ANSWER>>False What should you do with rinse water if you can't add it to the tank mix? - ANSWER>>Apply it on a site with a similar pest problem How should you dispose of empty cardboard fungicide containers? - ANSWER>>Dispose according to the label instructions What should you do to dispose of empty metal, glass, or plastic containers? - ANSWER>>Try to return them for recycling ---- seals the pesticide container so that leaking of dangerous chemicals does not occur in the final disposal. - ANSWER>>Encapsulation Certain methods of incineration are acceptable for pesticide disposal. T/F - ANSWER>>True T/F. Burial of surplus pesticides and empty containers is one of the preferred disposal methods. - ANSWER>>False Can you incinerate or bury surplus pesticides or containers that have mercury, lead, cadmium, arsenic, or other inorganic chemicals in them? - ANSWER>>You can neither incinerate nor bury them. Which federal and state laws regulate pesticide disposal methods? (3) - ANSWER>>Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act Resource Conservation and Recovery Act Clean Air Act T/F. To triple-rinse a pesticide container, you should completely fill the container with diluent for each rinse. - ANSWER>>False T/F. The risk of water pollution from burial of empty containers is less than the risk of air pollution from incineration. - ANSWER>>False How can you prevent pesticide waste surplus? - ANSWER>>Buy only the amount of pesticide you need Calibrate equipment so you apply only the amount needed. Reuse pesticide reinstates. Why should you dispose of pesticide waste in an EPA-approved sanitary landfill rather than a municipal dump? - ANSWER>>Because EPA-approved landfills meet federal standards of construction and operation. Why wear protective clothing while you store pesticides, containers and equipment? - ANSWER>>To minimize your exposure in case of a pesticide spill In case of fire in your storage area, what should fire fighters wear? - ANSWER>>Air-supplied respirators and chemical resistant clothing. Which of these factors should you consider when choosing a storage site? a. Nearness to sensitive areas b. Whether flooding is possible c. Whether the site is upwind or uphill from sensitive areas. d. All of the above - ANSWER>>d. All of the above In what kind of container should pesticides be stored? - ANSWER>>If undamaged, store in the original container. If damaged, store in a new, clean container and attach original label. What is the main problem with runoff water from your storage area? - ANSWER>>It could contaminate ground or surface water with pesticide residue. How should you treat collected runoff? - ANSWER>>as surplus pesticide Why is a good supply of soap and water a MUST in any pesticide? - ANSWER>>To make decontamination and cleanup possible. What other materials should be on hand in a good storage area? - ANSWER>>Activated charcoal, clay, vermiculite or pet litter, T/F. If you are careful, the storage area also may be used to store your lunch, tobacco and street clothes while you are on the job. - ANSWER>>False How should you organize the disposal section of your storage area? - ANSWER>>by chemical family What should you do when you discover that one of your pesticide containers is corroding? - ANSWER>>Put it in a larger container that can be sealed and labeled How should you store opened containers of chlorates? - ANSWER>>Do not store at all T/F. If a customer asks for little of your tank mix and hands you an empty glass jar, it is all right for you to give him some as long as you warn him carefully. - ANSWER>>False Cleanup steps for pesticide spills include: - ANSWER>>Wearing suitable protection, using absorbent materials or sweeping compound, and collecting used cleaners and soaked up spill and sealing in a drum. T/F. Materials used to absorb a spill should be treated the same as pesticide waste. - ANSWER>>True Besides meeting legal requirements, how can pesticide application records help you> - ANSWER>>In case of a damage suit, records can establish proof of proper pesticide use. Records can help you trace residue and damage problems. Records can help you make the most efficient and effective use of pesticides, thereby saving time and money.