Aptive Environmental State Practice Exam

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• What is the proper disposal method for absorbent material used to clean a pesticide spill?
• Which statement about respirators is true?
• If you become ill through contact with a pesticide you should go to a source of fresh air.
• Before you apply a pesticide you should examine the area for non-target pests.
• Where should a copy of the registered label be available?
• What best describes precautionary statements on a label?
• A leaking nozzle on a handheld compressed air sprayer can be fixed by changing the:
• An applicator may be harmed by pesticide exposure by experiencing:
• Chemical disclosure notices are required in multi-family structures consisting of how many units or more when exterior treatment occurs?
• Which of the following is included in the pump unit assembly of a handheld sprayer?
• Pesticide drift can expose non-target organisms.
• What is the correct order of precautionary signal words from least to most hazardous?
• Lung exposure to a pesticide commonly causes which symptoms?
• Which signal word indicates the least hazardous pesticide?
• For disposal of pesticide containers, you should contact the county agricultural admission office.
• Pesticide effectiveness can be affected by mixing with another pesticide, exposure to sunlight, and exposure to rain.
• Which statement best describes the relationship between hazard level and signal words?
• If a field is 120 feet long and 60 feet wide, and you apply at a dosage of one gallon per square yard, how many gallons are required?
• What does WP stand for in pesticide formulations?
• Which statement about when to wear a respirator is true?
• LD50 tells you:
• What best describes precautionary statements on a label?
• Which statement best describes proper pesticide labeling practices?
• Organophosphates are NOT much more harmful to man.
• Which label section covers application restrictions and target pests?
• A copy of the registered label for all pesticides must be available where?
• Can pesticides be absorbed into the body through skin or eye contact?
• A spot treatment involves applying pesticides in small localized areas where pests gather.
• When you remove the filters and cartridges from a respirator, which action is recommended?
• Which item is NOT part of the pump unit assembly of a handheld sprayer?
• Space spray are a concern for electrical sparks.
• Which term correctly matches the abbreviation WP?
• Before disposing of pesticide containers, should they be triple-rinsed?
• Which product is described as least toxic to humans in the material?
• Which signal word would you expect on a pesticide labeled as Category 3?
• To secure chemicals during transport, you can use sandbags, straps, and blocks.
• Under section 8538, in multi-family structures consisting of five units or more where exterior treatment was performed, to whom must the chemical disclosure notice be provided and left?
• Are spills and leaks a normal part of pesticide application?
• Pesticides can be absorbed into the body by getting into the skin.
• If you become ill through contact with a pesticide you should notify your supervisor.
• Which is the best method to ensure proper dosage for a pesticide?
• Which formulation offers the greatest potential for skin absorption?
• Which statement about washing gloves and rubber boots before removal is true?
• What does a site gauge on a pesticide tank help determine?
• A misapplication of a pesticide can damage the environment.
• If the label is incomplete due to packaging size, what should you obtain?
• Which of the following lists the hand sprayer's components correctly?
• What is the area in square yards of a field that is 120 feet long and 30 feet wide?
• Regulations pertaining to pest control and pesticide use in California are part of which code?
• For German cockroaches in a cupboard, the recommended treatment is a chemical crack-and-crevice treatment.
• Which of the following is not included on all pesticide labels?
• Which statement about employer-provided coveralls is true?
• What is the signal word for category 2 pesticides?
• Which statement best describes a spot treatment?
• LD50 information describes:
• The electric rotary duster is used for large areas.
• A bulb duster is used to apply dust into a small area but not into a crack.
• The Getz duster is used to apply small amounts of insecticide into cracks.
• Pesticides can be absorbed into the body by breathing.
• During maintenance on a power sprayer, which statement is correct?
• The following statement is true: If a pesticide is exposed to sunlight it may have its potency altered or hindered.
• Which statement describes a characteristic of spraying pesticide?
• What does a statement of practical treatment on a pesticide label tell you?
• What is the signal word for category 3 pesticides?
• When applying around structures, which information must be conspicuously posted?
• Which statement about removing respirator filters is true?
• An applicator may be harmed by a single, acute exposure to a pesticide.
• A mask or respirator will protect you from all hazards.
• In compressed air tank pressure treatment, the most important aspect is not that you have the correct tip.
• An air gap device creates:
• Should you turn off pilot lights and ignition sources before spraying cupboards with pesticides?
• When performing maintenance repairs on a power sprayer that has not been cleaned out, what should you always do?
• If the pressure of your sprayer drops off, this could indicate that the:
• A misapplication of a pesticide can inconvenience a neighbor.
• Pesticides can leave stains on certain types of surfaces.
• Which part of the pesticide label shows you the toxicity of the pesticide?
• What indicates the comparative hazard of a pesticide on its label?
• What is the purpose of filter screens and strainers in a sprayer system?
• Which statement about methyl chloride usage is accurate?
• True or False: All pesticides must be locked away no matter what.
• Is absorption of pesticides through skin or eye contact possible?
• Which of the following is a required safety precaution on pesticide labels?
• Which statement about respirator cartridges is true?
• Is it illegal to leave a pesticide spill until the job is completed?
• You should check the hose of an air-compressed hand sprayer for cracks, cuts, and worn areas.
• When transporting pesticides, secure containers in the cargo area and never allow anyone to ride in that part of the truck.
• After completing a termite trench treatment, should you put the clean soil back into the trench?
• You can not find treatment for pests under the label for statement of practical treatment.
• Crack and crevice treatment uses low pressure and a fine stream.
• Which statement accurately reflects the information about methyl chloride?
• How should pesticide containers be disposed of?
• If you are using an oil-based spray, you may not do this with pilot lights on. Which statement explains why?
• Increasing the pump pressure will produce smaller droplets which increases drift probability.
• What does the skull and crossbones symbol indicate on a pesticide label?
• Which statement about wearing a respirator when mixing concentrates is true?
• Protective eyewear is required during mixing and loading when the label requires it. True or False?
• If pesticides get into your eyes you should flush eyes with clean water for 15 minutes while holding your eyelid open.
• Before fogging, you should remove bedding, clothing, and fish from the home.
• ULV devices are used to apply large amounts of low concentration solutions.
• What is the most hazardous signal word?
• An applicator should always spray evenly when applying a pesticide.
• Protective eyewear is required during mixing and loading when the label requires it.
• The signal word 'Danger' indicates what level of hazard?
• Which statement about the most dangerous time to handle pesticides is correct?
• In ULV applications, using a warehouse space is a typical use case.
• What should be inspected on the hose of a compressed air sprayer before use?
• Which statement should be on all pesticide labels?
• Which of the following is not mentioned as a factor affecting pesticide performance?
• Which of the following statements about transporting pesticides is true?
• Use dust for treating carpenter bees.
• Is spot treatment allowed on a baseboard near the door of a restaurant kitchen?
• Who should you contact for disposal of pesticide containers?
• The name, address, and telephone number of emergency medical care will be near the rear window behind the driver seat.
• It is never acceptable to leave the residence after a spill on the driveway.
• Which statement best describes factors that can affect pesticide potency when exposed to environmental conditions?
• The Getz duster is used to apply small amounts of insecticide into cracks.
• Which statement reflects how organic pesticides are described in the material?
• Allowing pesticide drift beyond a treatment site may result in exposure to non-target species.
• Are pesticide containers required to be triple-rinsed before disposal?
• Is it safe to spray while pilot lights are on?
• If you will use a respirator you must be trained on how to properly fit the respirator.
• Disposal instructions must be included on all pesticide labels.
• Which product is described as least toxic to humans?
• Which category requires DANGER on the label?
• If you encounter a pesticide leak or spill you should treat the incident as an immediate response in which action is required.
• What is the best practice to maintain correct pesticide dosage?
• For a minor spill under a gallon, should it be disposed of by soaking up and throwing in the trash?
• The pump unit assembly of a handheld compressed sprayer consists of which components?
• Which statement about unit conversions is correct?
• How many ounces are in one cup?
• Which statement best describes the purpose of respirators?
• Which action describes the proper handling of contaminated respirator parts after use?
• Which practice is recommended for securing chemicals during transport?
• A leaking nozzle can be fixed by cleaning the seal gasket.
• Which statement about mixing pesticides is correct?
• Which statement best defines mode of action?
• Which statement about skin absorption and pesticide poisoning is supported by the material?
• Regulations for pest control and pesticides are contained in which document?
• Never transport chemicals in the same compartment as a person.
• What does the 'Directions for Use' section describe?
• On pesticide tanks, a site gauge is required when the tank size is:
• What is the proper procedure for triple rinsing a pesticide container?
• Toxicity of a pesticide is best described as:
• Where should you not dispose of chemicals?
• Which type of pesticide duster would be used for applying large amounts of dust in an attic space?
• The mode of action helps determine:
• Which statement about where pest control regulations are documented is true?
• Which statement correctly describes a wettable powder (WP) formulation?
• Liquid pesticides can be applied with which of the following equipment?
• Which exposure pattern is potentially harmful to an applicator?
• Pesticides may be rendered ineffective on certain types of surfaces.
• During triple rinsing, what is the initial step?
• Which statement best describes the absorption risk associated with oil soluble formulations?
• Pesticides and equipment must have on them which of the following?
• If the label is not complete due to the package size you should get from the manufacturer a
• Is mixing or pouring pesticide into containers the most dangerous time to handle a pesticide?
• If a label shows 'Warning', what can be inferred about its hazard relative to 'Caution' and 'Danger'?
• A bulb duster is used to apply small amounts of dust into a small area but not a crack.
• When the label indicates two pounds per gallon, what is the equivalent per quart?
• Before you apply a pesticide you should examine non-target areas involved.
• Gloves and rubber boots must be washed before removal.
• Which option is NOT a standard precautionary signal word on a pesticide label?
• Increasing the pump pressure increases the likelihood of drift due to smaller droplets.
• The mode of action helps predict which pesticide will work best.
• MODE OF ACTION means:
• At mix and load sites, which document must be on hand?
• Do not dispose of pesticide containers in public trash containers even if in plastic bags.
• If a soil area 90 feet by 60 feet is treated with a power sprayer at a dosage of one gallon per square yard of surface, what is the total amount of solution required?
• All pesticide labels must include which items?
• A space treatment for a warehouse would commonly use ULV devices due to their low-volume sprays.
• When combining two or more pesticides, the level of toxicity may increase.
• Which statement about Ortho boric acid is true?
• Which of the following is a correct list of the hand sprayer components?
• Which statement about pesticide labels is correct for applicators?
• During termite trench treatment, which soil-handling action is correct?
• A misapplication of a pesticide can expose you to a lawsuit.
• Pesticides can be absorbed into the body by swallowing.
• You would use a ULV on a large space like a warehouse.
• Does obeying the laws and regulations of pesticide use reduce the likelihood of accidents?
• What common absorbent is suggested for cleaning pesticide spills?
• Which statement is true regarding label storage instruction?
• Pesticides must always be locked.
• Where are instructions for pesticide disposal located?
• Which phrase must appear on all pesticide labels?
• When applying a pesticide within around or to any structure, what information must be conspicuously posted identifying which pesticide was applied?
• Which statement is true about the classification of boric acid in the material?
• Skin absorption accounts for 80% of pesticide poisoning.
• The pump unit assembly of a handheld compressed air sprayer consists of which components?
• What must be on application equipment or service containers containing pesticides?
• For a minor spill of pesticide concentrate less than a gallon at a customer's property, is it appropriate to soak up the material and throw it away in the nearest trashcan?
• ULV devices are used to apply large amounts of low concentration solutions for space treatments.
• If you are exposed to pesticides, what is the correct sequence of actions?
• Which component on the label communicates the toxicity hazard?
• Which devices can be used to apply liquid pesticides?
• Which formulation is used for carpenter bees?