Sample Questions Flashcards by D J

The difference between California’s laws and the Department of Pesticide Regulation’s regulations is that laws are .
A.
passed by County Agricultural Commissioners and regulations are passed by the California legislature
B.
passed by the California legislature and regulations are adopted by the Department of Pesticide Regulation to carry out the laws
C.
supplements to federal regulations
D.
adopted by the Department of Pesticide Regulation to carry out regulations signed by the Governor

B.
passed by the California legislature and regulations are adopted by the Department of Pesticide Regulation to carry out the laws

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Which of the following is NOT one of the purposes of California’s pesticide and pest control laws and regulations?
A.
protecting workers from pesticide exposure
B.
providing proper, safe, and effective use of pesticides
C.
encouraging people to use more pesticides
D.
protecting public health

C.
encouraging people to use more pesticides

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A cooperating agency that helps the Department of Pesticide Regulation enforce pesticide use laws and regulations in California is the .
A.
County Department of Health
B.
State Department of Water Resources
C.
State Department of Labor
D.
County Agricultural Commissioner

D.
County Agricultural Commissioner

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County Agricultural Commissioners may adopt supplemental pesticide regulations with the approval of the .
A.
Department of Pesticide Regulation
B.
Office of the Governor
C.
County Board of Supervisors
D.
California State Legislature

A.
Department of Pesticide Regulation

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Which of the following is considered to be pesticide labeling?
A.
spray nozzle catalog
B.
a printed pesticide advertisement
C.
the federal Worker Protection Standard
D.
a written recommendation

C.
the federal Worker Protection Standard

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When a Pesticide Registrant allows a pesticide product registration to lapse, Pest Control Dealers .
A.
must immediately return all unsold stock
B.
can sell and deliver the pesticide product for two years
C.
must retrieve all previously sold stock
D.
can indefinitely sell and deliver the pesticide product

B.
can sell and deliver the pesticide product for two years

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When a pesticide product registration is cancelled, the sale and use of this product .
A.
is automatically prohibited under all circumstances
B.
may continue under conditions imposed by the regulatory agency responsible for the cancellation
C.
will be allowed for two years from the cancellation date
D.
is not affected as long as detailed sales records are kept current

B.
may continue under conditions imposed by the regulatory agency responsible for the cancellation

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A Special Local Need registration (SLN) allows .
A.
growers to apply the pesticide to any crop as long as the Special Local Need is valid in the grower’s state
B.
supplemental uses of the pesticide uniformly throughout the U.S.
C.
uses of pesticides for crops or sites not listed on the Section 3 labeling in the state it was issued
D.
any feasible use of the pesticide in the specified local area

C.
uses of pesticides for crops or sites not listed on the Section 3 labeling in the state it was issued

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Which of the following is considered a labeling booklet?
A.
sales literature distributed by the Pesticide Registrant
B.
a sample of pesticide labeling produced by the Pesticide Registrant
C.
literature containing use and maintenance directions for application equipment
D.
a pamphlet containing use directions and restrictions that is attached to the container

D.
a pamphlet containing use directions and restrictions that is attached to the container

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On pesticide labeling the signal word .
A.
signifies the relative acute toxicity of the pesticide product
B.
identifies the formulation of pesticide product
C.
warns of the potential crop damage level
D.
identifies relative effectiveness or control level

A.
signifies the relative acute toxicity of the pesticide product

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The precautionary statements section of pesticide labeling contains information about the .
A.
application rate
B.
crops on which the product can be applied
C.
relative toxicity of the product
D.
hazards to people and domestic animals

D.
hazards to people and domestic animals

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Plant-back restrictions are found in what section of pesticide labeling?
A.
precautionary statements
B.
statement of practical treatment
C.
contents
D.
directions for use

D.
directions for use

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Making an application of a pesticide product at a lower rate than specifed in labeling directions is .
A.
always allowed
B.
illegal
C.
allowed only if you obtain written authorization from the County Agricultural Commissioner
D.
allowed only if the product is tank mixed

A.
always allowed

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Exceeding the maximum application rate of a pesticide product as per its labeling is .
A.
always allowed
B.
illegal
C.
allowed only if you obtain written authorization from the County Agricultural Commissioner
D.
allowed only if the product is tank mixed with another similar product

B.
illegal

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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency may classify a pesticide as a restricted use pesticide if it .
A. is ineffective unless used at twice the label recommended rate
B. presents a significant dermal hazard to
applicators
C. leaves visible residues on treated surfaces
D. does not break down within 7 days

presents a significant dermal hazard to
applicators

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Any person in California who applies or supervises
the application of a restricted material must?
A. attend a class on protecting pollinators
B. notify the local UC Cooperative Extension
advisor before making or supervising an
application
C. obtain a medical release from a physician
D. be a certified commercial or private applicator

D. be a certified commercial or private applicator

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Which two documents must Pest Control
Businesses have available when making an
agricultural use application of a pesticide that
requires a permit?

A. copies of their Pest Control Business License and the applicable UC Pest Management Guideline
B. copies of the applicable UC Pest Management Guideline and copy of the current restricted material permit
C. the grower’s work order and Pest Control
Business License
D. copies of the written pest control
recommendation or grower’s work order and the current restricted material permit

D. copies of the written pest control
recommendation or grower’s work order and the current restricted material permit

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An application for a restricted material
permit for non-agricultural use must include
the .
A. name and address of the nearest County
Agricultural Commissioner
B. name and address of the individual who will be making the application
C. criteria for determining the need for the
pesticide application
D. known health effects of the pesticide to
be applied

C. criteria for determining the need for the
pesticide application

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Restricted material permits for agricultural use must be .
A. site and time specific
B. mailed or personally delivered to anyone living within 1/4 mile of the application
C. approved by the California Department of
Pesticide Regulation
D. posted in a central location for 30 days after the application

A. site and time specific

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Which of the following is not required information on a Notice of Intent?
A. the date the intended application will begin.
B. an indication of the approximate acres or units to be treated.
C. the pest or pests to be controlled.
D. a signed statement releasing the property owner or operator of the property from liability.

D. a signed statement releasing the property owner or operator of the property from liability.

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The Pesticide Safety Information Series leafets with
the “N” designation are written for .
A. non-certified pesticide handlers
B. non-agricultural settings
C. non-traditional methods of pesticide application
D. non-English speaking pesticide handlers

B. non-agricultural settings

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Certain pesticides may be exempt from permit requirements in California if the Department of Pesticide Regulation determines that the pesticide .

A. application may be supervised by a non-certified handler
B. will cause no hazards in California
C. is too hazardous to use in California
D. requires no further restrictions beyond those imposed by federal regulations and the label

D. requires no further restrictions beyond those imposed by federal regulations and the label

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Which of the following pest control activities requires a Department of Pesticide Regulation Pest Control Business License?
A.
preservative treatment of fabrics or structural materials
B.
household or industrial sanitation services
C.
control of tree pests
D.
structural pest control

C.
control of tree pests

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Which of the following qualifcations must a person have to be responsible for the pest control
operations of a Pest Control Business?

A. Pest Control Business License
B. Qualified Applicator License
C. Agricultural Pest Control Adviser License
D. County Agricultural Commissioner License

B. Qualified Applicator License

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3. A Pest Control Business that has one or more employees must have . A. at least two service vehicles B. workers’ compensation insurance C. 24-hour phone service D. a permit from the Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment

B. workers’ compensation insurance

4. A Pest Control Business must be registered with the . A. County Board of Supervisors in each county where the business operates B. Department of Industrial Relations C. Department of Pesticide Regulation D. County Agricultural Commissioner in each county where the business operates

D. County Agricultural Commissioner in each county where the business operates

5. Which type of pesticide application is covered under the provisions of a Maintenance Gardener Pest Control Business License? A. spraying an herbicide in a cemetery B. regularly applying snail bait around a homeowner’s property C. applications incidental to maintaining ornamental plants in a shopping mall D. spraying a restricted herbicide at a golf course

C. applications incidental to maintaining ornamental plants in a shopping mall

6. A Pest Control Dealer License is not required for a person or business who . A. has a Pest Control Business License and sells only pesticides they apply B. solicits sales of pesticides by making agricultural use recommendations through field representatives or other agents C. sells insect trapping devices for agricultural pests D. sells pesticides that can be used for either agricultural or non-agricultural purposes

A. has a Pest Control Business License and sells only pesticides they apply

7. A person who holds a Pest Control Dealer Designated Agent License is responsible for . A. actively supervising applications for the Pest Control Business B. ordering fertilizers from the manufacturer or supplier C. actively supervising all operations conducted at the Pest Control Dealer’s location D. making pesticide use recommendations for customers of the business

C. actively supervising all operations conducted at the Pest Control Dealer’s location

8. A person who holds a Qualifed Applicator Certifcate in the “Plant Agriculture” category CANNOT . A. supervise the use of restricted materials on agricultural crops B. sell or supervise people who sell agricultural pesticides C. apply general use pesticides or restricted materials on agricultural crops D. supervise the use of general use pesticides on agricultural crops

B. sell or supervise people who sell agricultural pesticides

9. An Agricultural Pest Control Adviser License is required if you . A. sell pesticides at a Pest Control Dealer location B. apply pesticides for hire on any agricultural property C. solicit pest control services or pesticide sales for agricultural uses D. work for the University of California Integrated Pest Management program

C. solicit pest control services or pesticide sales for agricultural uses

1. A person who is responsible for pesticide containers must: A. store the containers in a locked enclosure or provide a person to maintain control over the containers at all times B. keep the containers off the ground in the back of a vehicle when they are to be unattended C. cover the containers with a tarp if they cannot be put into a storage facility D. keep the containers on the application equipment at all times

A. store the containers in a locked enclosure or provide a person to maintain control over the containers at all times

2. The signs attached to a pesticide storage area must be readable from . A. 10 feet B. 15 feet C. 25 feet D. 50 feet

C. 25 feet

3. A service container that is used to hold a pesticide or pesticide mixture is . A. the original pesticide container B. any other legal container other than the original labeled pesticide container C. a special heavy-duty container provided by the pesticide manufacturer D. a returnable container approved by the Department of Pesticide Regulation

B. any other legal container other than the original labeled pesticide container

4. Which of the following information is NOT required to be on the label of a service container? A. identity of the pesticide in the container B. signal word from the label of the original container C. name of the manufacturer of the pesticide in the service container D. name and address of the person or firm responsible for the container

C. name of the manufacturer of the pesticide in the service container

5. It is illegal to store pesticides in . A. service containers B. original pesticide containers C. spray equipment that is properly identified with labeling D. containers that are commonly used for food, drink, or household products

D. containers that are commonly used for food, drink, or household products

6. Pesticides being carried in the back of a vehicle such as a truck must be properly secured in order to . A. prevent theft B. allow other items to be transported with them C. prevent spills into or off of the vehicle D. comply with Food Quality Protection Act regulations

C. prevent spills into or off of the vehicle

7. Empty pesticide bags can be handled and disposed of as non-hazardous waste as long as they . A. have been properly emptied according to the Department of Pesticide Regulation’s “Guidelines for Emptying and Burning Pesticide Bags” B. have been properly triple-rinsed C. do not have the signal word “DANGER” or “WARNING” D. have been perforated so they cannot be reused

A. have been properly emptied according to the Department of Pesticide Regulation’s “Guidelines for Emptying and Burning Pesticide Bags”

8. Proper rinsing of an empty container involves . A. filling the pesticide container three times and pouring the contents onto the crop at the application site B. draining the empty pesticide container into the application equipment for 30 seconds C. washing the application equipment tank with soap and water three times after an application D. partially filling an empty pesticide container with water, shaking, and draining the contents into the spray tank, then repeating this process at least two more times

D. partially filling an empty pesticide container with water, shaking, and draining the contents into the spray tank, then repeating this process at least two more times

9. Which containers that have held pesticides are exempt from the container storage, triple-rinsing, or disposal requirements in regulation? A. containers that hold less than 5 gallons of liquid B. those that hold one gallon or less of liquid C. containers that hold home use pesticides in the possession of the homeowners on their own property D. no containers are exempt from these requirements

C. containers that hold home use pesticides in the possession of the homeowners on their own property

10. Each piece of mixing and application equipment owned by a Pest Control Business must be . A. painted a conspicuous color B. given a special identification number C. regularly approved by the County Agricultural Commissioner D. marked with the name of the business, or other similar wording, and the license number

D. marked with the name of the business, or other similar wording, and the license number

11. Before making a pesticide application on someone’s property, a Pest Control Business must . A. obtain permission from the operator of the property B. file a “Notice of Intent” with the County Agricultural Commissioner C. give notice to anyone living within 1/4 mile of the application D. mark off the treatment area with yellow “caution” tape

A. obtain permission from the operator of the property

12. Any emergency or accidental release of pesticides involving a Pest Control Business must be reported to the . A. Department of Food and Agriculture B. Department of Pesticide Regulation C. County Agricultural Commissioner D. County General Services

C. County Agricultural Commissioner

13. Before a Pest Control Business applies a pesticide for the production of an agricultural commodity, the operator of the property must provide the business with . A. a detailed map of the application site B. their operator identification number C. a pesticide use report D. a copy of the property’s liability insurance policy

B. their operator identification number

14. The Healthy Schools Act is a . A. federal program with requirements to promote integrated pest management to protect nonpest species from pesticides applied on school grounds B. California legislative mandate to protect children and staff from pesticide exposure in certain schools and childcare facilities C. state mandated program that covers only schools and childcare facilities located on State property D. federal program that covers all schools and childcare facilities that receive any federal funding

B. California legislative mandate to protect children and staff from pesticide exposure in certain schools and childcare facilities

15. When a Pest Control Business must meet requirements in the Healthy Schools Act, the Pest Control Business shall . A. submit a specific form to report weekly pest control activity conducted at all schools or daycare facilities B. complete and post an annual pest control notice at all entrances of K-12 schools and all childcare facilities C. provide specialized notification and pesticide safety training for all interested persons working at schools and daycare facilities serviced by the Pest Control Business D. submit a school and childcare pesticide use report to the Department of Pesticide Regulation at least annually

D. submit a school and childcare pesticide use report to the Department of Pesticide Regulation at least annually

1. The specifc application information that an operator of the property producing an agricultural commodity must provide to handlers at a central location include all the following EXCEPT the . A. identification of the treated area B. name or description of the pest C. product name D. date and time of application

B. name or description of the pest

2. Which of the following is NOT one of the handler employee training requirements? A. environmental concerns such as drift, runoff, and wildlife hazards B. the location of pesticide purchase receipts C. warnings about taking pesticides or pesticide containers home D. how to obtain emergency medical care

B. the location of pesticide purchase receipts

3. Engineering controls for handling pesticides include . A. water retention basins B. wheel-move sprinklers C. closed mixing systems D. global positioning units

C. closed mixing systems

4. Pesticide handler safety training for employees must be completed before . A. employees are allowed to handle any pesticide B. the first work-day of each month in which a pesticide might be handled C. by the 10th of the month following the month in which pesticides were used D. the beginning of each year

A. employees are allowed to handle any pesticide

5. How often must handlers receive pesticide safety training? A. every year B. every two years C. every four years D. every five years

A. every year

6. Which of the following qualifications enables a person to train pesticide handler employees in commercial or research production of an agricultural plant commodity? A. a professor of the University of California B. a California Certified Private Applicator C. a Certified Crop Consultant D. a Department of Pesticide Regulation-licensed Pest Control Dealer

B. a California Certified Private Applicator

7. Which of the following symptoms would NOT be reasonable grounds to suspect the possibility of a pesticide illness or injury? A. scratches on the arms or hands B. headache C. blurred vision D. abdominal cramps

A. scratches on the arms or hands

8. Employers must maintain employee-handler use records that identify the employee, the name of the pesticide, and the date of handling for which of the following scenarios? A. the pesticide carries the signal word “DANGER” or “WARNING” and is used for landscape pest control B. the pesticide contains an organophosphate or carbamate and is used for right-of-way pest control C. the pesticide contains a carbamate compound and carries the signal word “CAUTION” and is used for the commercial production of an agricultural plant commodity D. the pesticide contains an organophosphate compound with the signal word “DANGER” or “WARNING” and is used for research production of an agricultural plant commodity

D. the pesticide contains an organophosphate compound with the signal word “DANGER” or “WARNING” and is used for research production of an agricultural plant commodity

9. Employers that have employees who handle organophosphate pesticides in an agricultural plant production operation must have a signed written agreement from a doctor for medical supervision if . A. any of the employees are under 21 years of age B. any pesticides used in the operation contain the signal words “DANGER” or “WARNING” C. the employees regularly handle organophosphate pesticides with the signal words “DANGER” or “WARNING” D. employees regularly handle any pesticide

C. the employees regularly handle organophosphate pesticides with the signal words “DANGER” or “WARNING”

10. An employee who mixes, loads, or applies pesticides with the signal word “DANGER” in the production of an agricultural commodity may work alone at night if the employee . A. makes personal contact by radio with a responsible adult at least every hour B. makes personal contact by radio with a responsible adult at least every two hours C. carries a cellular telephone at all times D. receives special training

A. makes personal contact by radio with a responsible adult at least every hour

11 Decontamination facilities must be equipped at a minimum with . A. soap, single-use towels, and high-pressure water for emergency washing B. sufficient water, soap, and single-use towels for routine washing of the hands and face, and emergency washing of the entire body C. soap, single-use towels, and enough water for routine hand washing and emergency washing of the face D. single-use towels, soap, warm water, and one pint of water for eye washing

B. sufficient water, soap, and single-use towels for routine washing of the hands and face, and emergency washing of the entire body

12. Who is responsible for providing for the laundering of coveralls used by pesticide handler employees? A. employees B. commercial launderers C. field supervisors D. employers

D. employers

13. In which of the following situations is there an exception to the regulation requiring employee handlers to wear eye protection when handling pesticides? A. using a pesticide with the signal word “CAUTION” B. using a closed mixing system C. conducting a hand-held application D. working in an enclosed cab

D. working in an enclosed cab

14. Pesticide handler employees must always wear chemical-resistant gloves EXCEPT when . A. mixing or loading pesticides B. the pesticide labeling specifies that gloves must not be worn C. repairing contaminated application equipment D. using a backpack sprayer to spray weeds with an herbicide

B. the pesticide labeling specifies that gloves must not be worn

15. Which of the following procedures is NOT required in a written pesticide respirator program? A. selecting and fitting the respirator B. repairing damaged respirator cartridges C. cleaning and sanitizing the respirator D. inspecting and maintaining the respiratory equipment

B. repairing damaged respirator cartridges

16. Handlers who properly mix pesticides packaged in water-soluble packets are considered to be using . A. personal protective equipment B. an enclosed cab C. a passive rinsing system D. a closed mixing system

D. a closed mixing system

17. A minimal exposure pesticide is a pesticide . A. that can be handled by anyone with the potential for little or no exposure B. with labeling instructions that do not mitigate specific hazards C. with labeling instructions that mitigate specific hazards D. that will not cause significant human health or environmental injury

B. with labeling instructions that do not mitigate specific hazards

18. All employees who handle minimal exposure pesticides must have available to them . A. a full face cartridge respirator B. a designated location in the pesticide storage area to keep their personal clothing C. specially designed application equipment that includes a pesticide-approved enclosed cab D. an area where they can change clothes and wash themselves at the end of their workday

D. an area where they can change clothes and wash themselves at the end of their workday

19. For minimal exposure pesticides bearing the signal word CAUTION, employers . A. do not need to provide decontamination facilities at the mixing and loading area B. must provide decontamination facilities at the mixing and loading area C. must provide decontamination facilities within 1/4 mile of the mixing and loading area D. must provide decontamination facilities within 1 mile of the mixing and loading area

B. must provide decontamination facilities at the mixing and loading area

20. When handling a minimal exposure pesticide, respiratory protection is not required if an employee is . A. flagging during the application B. applying with a hand-held spray wand C. mixing and loading dry formulations D. using equipment with vehicle-mounted spray nozzles that are directed downward and located below the level of the employee

D. using equipment with vehicle-mounted spray nozzles that are directed downward and located below the level of the employee

1. When must pesticide safety training be given to feldworkers? A. within one month after they begin work B. immediately after each pesticide application C. before they are allowed to work in a treated field D. when fieldworkers request training

C. before they are allowed to work in a treated field

2. How often must feldworkers receive pesticide safety training? A. every year B. every two years C. every four years D. every five years

A. every year

3. Who is qualifed to provide training to feldworkers in California? A. a person who has completed an approved instructor-training program B. another fieldworker who attended a fieldworker training session C. an Occupational Safety and Health Administration certified instructor D. a University of California professor

A. a person who has completed an approved instructor-training program

4. What document must be displayed at the work site or central location when fieldworkers are working in a pesticide-treated field? A. the pest control written recommendation signed by a licensed Agricultural Pest Control Adviser B. a completed Pesticide Safety Information Series leaflet A-9 C. an outline of the pesticide safety training provided to the workers D. a list of the trained workers employed by the farming operation

B. a completed Pesticide Safety Information Series leaflet A-9

5. Before fieldworker employees are allowed to enter pesticide-treated fields, what information must the operator of the property inform them about that is mandated by California’s pesticide laws? A. the location of drinking water B. the work hours, including break and lunch periods C. the availability and location of the pesticide use records and Safety Data Sheets D. how to protect themselves from sun exposure

C. the availability and location of the pesticide use records and Safety Data Sheets

6. Which of the following information about a pesticide-treated feld is not required to be displayed at a central location? A. the time and date of the pesticide application started and ended B. the Restricted Entry Interval C. the product name, the United States Environmental Protection Agency registration number, and the active ingredients D. the name of the person who made the pesticide application

D. the name of the person who made the pesticide application

7. When a pesticide that requires the use of a respirator is applied to a small number of plants in one section of an enclosed space, the application exclusion zone is considered to be . A. 25 feet in all directions from the treated plants B. the entire enclosed space plus any adjacent area that is not sealed from the treatment site C. 100 feet in all directions from the treated plants D. the treatment site only

B. the entire enclosed space plus any adjacent area that is not sealed from the treatment site

8. When employees are required to enter pesticide treated fields, emergency medical care must be . A. obtained by the employees if needed B. provided if needed after the employer consults with a medical advisor C. planned and arranged for in advance by the employer D. arranged for by the local County Agricultural Commissioner

C. planned and arranged for in advance by the employer

9. When there is an inconsistency between the regulation-specifed Restricted Entry Interval (REI) and the labeling-specifed REI, you must always . A. average the two restricted-entry intervals B. follow the regulation-specified interval C. follow the label-specified interval D. use the longer interval

D. use the longer interval

10. Which of the following is one of the restrictions for employees entering a pesticide-treated area before the Restricted Entry Interval expires to conduct limited-contact activities? A. at least 12 hours have elapsed since the application was completed B. the labeling requires posting and oral notification of employees C. each employee spends no more than eight hours in any 24-hour period in the treated field D. employees are wearing long-sleeved shirts, long pants, and shoes and socks

C. each employee spends no more than eight hours in any 24-hour period in the treated field

11. When posting a treated feld along an unfenced public bike path, warning signs must be placed no further apart than . A. 100 feet B. 250 feet C. 500 feet D. 600 feet

D. 600 feet

12. When the pesticide labeling requires eye protection, employers must also provide each early-entry worker with . A. sunglasses B. at least one pint of eye flush water C. three pairs of goggles D. prescription eye drops

B. at least one pint of eye flush water

13. Which of the following is not an employer responsibility before allowing employees into a treated field after completion of a pesticide application and while a Restricted Entry Interval is in effect? A. providing instructions on where and how to store personal protective equipment at home B. providing all required personal protective equipment C. providing instructions to employees to wash thoroughly at the end of the exposure period D. providing information on recognizing, preventing, and giving first aid for heat-related illnesses

A. providing instructions on where and how to store personal protective equipment at home

1. A pesticide residue tolerance is the . A. minimum amount of pesticide that is allowable on a particular commodity at the time of application B. maximum amount of pesticide that is allowable on a particular commodity at the time of application C. minimum amount of pesticide that is allowable on a particular commodity at the time of harvest D. maximum amount of pesticide that is allowable on a particular commodity in the channels of trade

D. maximum amount of pesticide that is allowable on a particular commodity in the channels of trade

2. What is the best way to avoid exceeding the legal pesticide tolerance on a commodity to which you are making a pesticide application? A. make the application as close as possible to harvest B. use adjuvants that retard the breakdown of the pesticide C. carefully follow labeling instructions and any laws or regulations that may govern the use of the specific pesticide D. make applications at night or early mornings

C. carefully follow labeling instructions and any laws or regulations that may govern the use of the specific pesticide

3. If produce is found to carry pesticide residues in excess of the legal tolerance it will be . A. banned from sale in certain states B. allowed to be sold only in certified farmers’ markets C. allowed to be sold only outside of the United States D. seized and removed from sale and distribution

D. seized and removed from sale and distribution

4. If a crop is found to have residues of a pesticide that is not registered for that crop, it will be . A. sold for livestock feed only B. considered a public nuisance C. held in storage until the residues dissipate D. allowed to be sold only outside of the United States

B. considered a public nuisance

5. Groundwater contamination resulting from legal, registered uses of pesticides . A. does not occur B. accounts for only a minor amount of the pesticide groundwater contamination problem C. can cause unacceptable risks to human health and the environment D. occurs but causes no risks to humans or the environment

C. can cause unacceptable risks to human health and the environment

6. As used in the dormant spray contamination prevention regulation, a “hydrologically isolated site” is . A. defined differently in each county depending on local treatment area and surface water conditions B. an area of surface water protected from pesticide run-off from treatment areas by at least 150 feet of impermeable soil C. considered to mean any pesticide treatment site that is completely surrounded by surface water D. any treatment area that does not produce pesticide run-off that can enter any surface water, such as in an irrigation canal or drainage ditch

D. any treatment area that does not produce pesticide run-off that can enter any surface water, such as in an irrigation canal or drainage ditch

7. Which of the following endangered species has the greatest overlap with agricultural areas in California? A. Mission blue butterfly B. San Joaquin kit fox C. Sierra Nevada red fox D. California red-legged frog

B. San Joaquin kit fox

8. Dormant spray applications of insecticides are prohibited if a storm is forecast within how many hours after application? A. 12 hours B. 24 hours C. 48 hours D. 72 hours

C. 48 hours

9. The goal of the use requirements in the groundwater protection regulations is to . A. minimize the impact of rainfall on pesticides applied to orchards B. encourage the use of mechanical weed control in groundwater protection areas C. reduce runoff and leaching of certain pesticides into groundwater D. discourage the use of restricted materials on soils that contain water wells

C. reduce runoff and leaching of certain pesticides into groundwater

10. The Dormant Insecticide Contamination Prevention regulations are designed to . A. accurately record and track pesticide use by location during the rainy season B. prohibit use of pesticide products that are identified as generators of volatile organic compounds C. control runoff and drift of dormant season pesticides applied to tree and vine crops D. provide local County Agricultural Commissioners with pre-application notification of all pesticides applied just prior to and after rainfall

C. control runoff and drift of dormant season pesticides applied to tree and vine crops

11. Under the Endangered Species Act, who is responsible for ensuring that registered pesticides will not harm endangered species or their habitats? A. California Department of Pesticide Regulation B. U.S. Department of Agriculture C. California Environmental Protection Agency D. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

D. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

12. Protection of endangered or threatened plants or animals is prioritized by the United States Environmental Protection Agency according to . A. location in relation to agricultural sites B. type of organism C. vulnerability of each endangered or threatened organism D. distribution of each endangered or threatened organism throughout the U.S.

C. vulnerability of each endangered or threatened organism

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