Pesticide Hazards and Health

Question 1

The hazard associated with a pesticide product depends entirely upon the toxicity of the active ingredient.
(True or False)

Answer 1

False

Question 2

The most common route of pesticide exposure leading to poisoning is inhalation.
(True or False)

Answer 2

False

Question 3

Because of the protective nature of eye tissues, very little pesticide that contacts the eyes is actually absorbed.
(True or False)

Answer 3

False

Question 4

Select the incorrect statement. Symptoms of pesticide poisoning:
A. Always occur immediately after
     exposure.
B. Can appear almost immediately or be
     delayed several hours depending on
     the chemical and the amount of
     exposure.
C. May mimic heat stroke, pneumonia or
     intestinal infections.
D. Often occur as skin reactions.

Answer 4

A. Always occur immediately after exposure.

Question 5

Toxicity from small, repeated exposures to a pesticide over a period of time is called:
A. Low toxicity
B. Acute toxicity
C. High toxicity
D. Chronic toxicity

Answer 5

D. Chronic toxicity

Question 6

The signal word on a pesticide label indicates the pesticides:
A. Effectiveness
B. Toxicity
C. Compatibility
D. Formulation

Answer 6

B. Toxicity

Question 7

Which LD50 is representative of a highly toxic pesticide?
A. 640 mg/kg
B. 5,800 mg/kg
C. 12,840 mg/kg
D. 46 mg/kg

Answer 7

D. 46 mg/kg

Question 8

The potential adverse health effects of pesticides are studied on laboratory test animals.
(True or False)

Answer 8

True

Question 9

Which signal word(s) indicate a product that is least toxic to an applicator?
A. Danger-Poison
B. Caution
C. Warning
D. Hazardous

Answer 9

B. Caution

Question 10

Applicators who will regularly use organophosphate and carbamate insecticides are advised to have a pre-season blood test to establish their normal (baseline) level of:
A. Carcinogens
B. Cholinesterase
C. Random antibodies
D. Acetylcholine

Answer 10

B. Cholinesterase

Question 11

The key to minimizing the hazard of pesticide use to the applicator is to avoid exposure.
(True or False)

Answer 11

True

Question 12

If pesticides are spilled on the skin or clothing, the first reaction should be to:
A. Remove contaminated clothing and
     put on clean clothing.
B. Call a doctor immediately.
C. Find the label.
D. Remove contaminated clothing and
     wash affected area with soap and
     water.

Answer 12

D. Remove contaminated clothing and wash affected area with soap and water.

Question 13

A person who has swallowed a pesticide must be made to vomit regardless of their condition or the pesticide in question.
(True or False)

Answer 13

False

Question 14

Pesticide labels contain information for the treatment of poisonings and should always be available, especially if medical attention is sought.
(True or False)

Answer 14

True

Question 15

The quickest and most direct route of pesticide exposure is through the skin.
(True or False)

Answer 15

False