Section 7: Product Registration And Pesticide Labels Flashcards
(15 cards)
What are the three types of label statements?
Mandatory, advisory, and factual label statements.
What is the purpose of an EPA registration number?
To identify that a pesticide product has been reviewed and approved for use by the Environmental Protection Agency.
Where can you find PPE information on a product label?
PPE information is typically located in the ‘Personal Protective Equipment’ section of the product label.
What is the relationship between label rates and pest pressure?
Label rates may vary based on the level of pest pressure present.
What must you describe regarding legal application sites on a product label?
You must describe the legal application sites indicated on the label.
How can you determine if there are mandatory training requirements?
Check the product label for any specified mandatory training requirements.
How do you determine if conditions permit a treatment?
Evaluate the conditions in and around the site as given on the label.
When must pesticide application stop?
Pesticide application must stop based on the conditions in and around the site as specified on the label.
How do you determine re-treatment intervals?
Re-treatment intervals are specified on the product label.
What post-application information must be relayed to the customer?
Post-application information is detailed on the product label.
What are four application settings when the Worker Protection Standard (WPS) is in effect?
Application settings include agricultural production, forestry, nurseries, and greenhouses.
What are the three basic requirements of WPS?
The three basic requirements are: providing information to workers, ensuring proper protective equipment, and implementing safety measures.
What is the definition of ‘restricted-entry interval (REI)’?
The REI is the time period after pesticide application during which entry into treated areas is restricted.
Where on product labels can WPS information be found?
WPS information, including the REI, is typically found in the ‘Agricultural Use Requirements’ section of the product label.
What is the difference between a Non-agricultural Use re-entry label statement and an Agricultural Use restricted entry interval?
Non-agricultural Use re-entry statements apply to non-farm settings, while Agricultural Use REIs apply specifically to agricultural settings.
