Pest Control Licensing and Regulations in Texas, Exams of Nursing

Download Pest Control Licensing and Regulations in Texas and more Exams Nursing in PDF only on Docsity! Texas Pesticide Applicator General Study Guide If unsupervised, you must have have a license to legally work with restricted pesticides, but not to work with state-limited pesticides? T/F - Ans False T/F. To legally perform structure pest control, you must have a license regardless of the kinds of pesticides you use. - Ans True Which is not an agency that shares responsibility for pesticide applicator training, certification and licensing? Texas Department of Agriculture(TDA), Texas Structural Pest Control Service (SPCS), or Texas A&M Agrilife Research? - Ans 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? - Ans A noncommercial license from the SPCS. To work for hire, using restricted or state limited pesticides on another person's land, you have: - Ans A commercial license from the TDA T/F. All licensed commercial and noncommercial applicators must be certified in each application category in which they practice? - Ans True Which of the following is not among the TDA application categories? Right-of-way, Predatory animal, Wood preservation, Fumigation. - Ans Wood preservation Which of the following is not among the SPCS application categories? Termite, Seed treatment, Wood Preservation, Commodity fumigation. - Ans Seed treatment Which of the following state agencies is not involved in pesticide regulation? TDA, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. - Ans Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service T/F. 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. - Ans True -------is your responsibility to inform nearby residents or adjacent landowners before you apply pesticides. - Ans Prior Notification T/F. In addition to state government, even county commissioners courts may set rules on the use of certain pesticides. - Ans True T/F. Even with a commercial applicator license, you must still obtain a spray permit before using regulated herbicides. - Ans True T/F. Special 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. - Ans True The Texas Structural Pest Control Agency requires you to give public notice at least --- hours before commencing indoor pesticide treatments. - Ans 48 Which agency enforces the Texas Solid Waste Disposal act? TDA, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, Texas Commission of Aging, Texas Hazardous Waste Commission. - Ans Texas Commission on Environmental Quality What is the full name and acronym of the federal agency that regulates pesticides: U.S. department of Agriculture, Office of Pesticide Programs, Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Agency(FIFRA), Environmental Protection Agency(EPA) - Ans Environmental Protection Agency Which of the things below is not something the EPA must do before a pesticide may be marketed in the U.S.? Approve each use, Assign a product registration number, Consult the Office of Pesticide Programs. - Ans Consult the Office of Pesticide Programs. Which two answers are penalties defined by FIFRA for applicators who violate the law? Civil penalties when the violation is unintentional, Criminal penalties when the violation is unintentional, Criminal penalties when the law is knowingly violated, Civil penalties when the law is knowingly violated? - Ans Civil penalties when the violation is unintentional and criminal penalties when the law is knowingly violated. Does FIFRA allow prison terms for criminal(Intentional) violators? - Ans yes, up to 30 days for private applicators and up to 1 year for commercial applicators. What are regulations? - Ans Interpretations of the law that have the force of law Name the three routes by which pesticide can enter your body> - Ans Dermal Oral Inhalation T/F. Some pesticides are poisonous no matter how they enter the body. - Ans True Which pesticide solution is most likely to be absorbed through the skin? Oil-based, water-based, dry? - Ans Oil-based Which areas of the body absorb pesticides quickly? - Ans Eyes, ears, scalp, and genitals. Which two routes of entry are likely to be the most important to you - Ans Dermal and inhalation Which factors affects the toxicity of a pesticide? - Ans Route of entry, frequency and duration(rate) of exposure, and dose received. An example of a chronic effect is the drop in -----, an essential body enzyme, caused by organophosphates and carbamates? - Ans Cholinesterase ---- effects occur at the site of contact w a pesticide while ---- effects occur away from the point of contact. - Ans Local Systemic Skin rash, nausea, eye irritation, and dizziness are examples of ---- toxic effects. - Ans reverisible LD50 means "Lethal Dose Fifty". It refers to the amount of a chemical that kills ------ the animals exposed to it in a laboratory test. - Ans Half(50%) the smaller the LD50 value, the less chemical required to be fatal, so the more poisonous the pesticide. T/F - Ans True Acute oral toxicity and acute dermal toxicity are measured as LD50. The higher the LD50 the ---- (more or less) toxic the pesticide. - Ans Less How is LD50 used? - Ans LD50 is used with other tests to place pesticides in a toxic category and give them a signal word. LC50 means "Lethal ---- Fifty". It refers to the amount of chemical in the air that caused half of the test animals to dies when they inhaled it. - Ans Concentration Six milligrams per kilogram(mg/kg) is equal to ----- parts per million. - Ans 6 What signal word must be on the label for pesticides classified as "Relatively non- toxic"? - Ans Caution What signal word must be on the label for pesticides classified as "Highly Toxic"? - Ans Danger What signal word must be on the label for pesticides classified as "slightly toxic"? - Ans Caution What signal word must be on the label for pesticides classified as "Moderately toxic"? - Ans 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. - Ans Hazard Is a highly toxic material always very hazardous? - Ans 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 deposit is pesticide that remains on treated surfaces right after application. Pesticide deposits may or may not be seen easily. Most deposits remain on surfaces for a very long time. - Ans Most deposits remain on surfaces for a very long time. Which of the statements below is not true about a pesticide residue? Some residues may remain for months or years, residue information is required for each crop you treat, residues are found only on target crops and surfaces. - Ans Residues are found only on target crops and surfaces. A --- is the maximum amount of pesticide residue allowed on a harvested crop, set by the EPA. - Ans Tolerance Can a harvested crop contain more than the set tolerances of a pesticide and still be legally sold? - Ans No, it cannot be legally sold. What margin of safety(Safety factor) does the EPA use to set tolerances? - Ans 100 times Food may have no residues at all because the residues may have degraded or the crop may have been treated with a minimum dose of a pesticide. T/F - Ans True Soil and plant surfaces may contain pesticide residue even when they are not directly sprayed with pesticide.T/F - Ans True EPA sets two kinds of tolerances: ------- tolerances for pesticides that indirectly contact food; and tolerances for pesticides applied directly to food. - Ans Negligible residue, finite "Preslaughter interval" or "preharvest interval" refers to the ----- number of days allowed between the last pesticide application and the slaughter or harvest day. - Ans Least T/F No pesticide may be bought, sold or used in the United States until it has federal registration for the product, the use and the label. - Ans True Sometimes even small environmental changes can greatly reduce the chances of survival for fish and wildlife. T/F - Ans True When a pesticide evaporates and moves off target, this is called---- - Ans Vapor drift Which of these factors does not influence drifty? Particle size, pollution, nozzle design and orientation, temperature. - Ans Pollution Which of these additional factors does not influence drift? Humidity, heigh of release, wind speed and directions, reentry interval - Ans Reentry interval Why should honeybees be protected? - Ans Because their work as pollinators is necessary for crop production Pesticides residues can build up in the bodies of animals, including man. T/F - Ans True Only pesticides that are applied incorrectly are likely to move downward with rain or irrigation water into the water table below. T/F - Ans False T/F. A pesticide becomes a pollutant and potentially dangerous when it is applied at a higher does than recommended on the label or when it drifts off target. - Ans True If the pesticide is not too toxic, is it ok to let children and pets play in the area while you are spraying there? - Ans Never let children or pets play in a treatment area during spraying. T/F 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. - Ans False How can you prevent accidents commonly caused by equipment? - Ans Choose the safest equipment for your positive application needs, do not allow children or unauthorized people near pesticide equipment, operate equipment correctly, and maintain equipment well. the length of time that should pass between treatment and returning to a treated area is called the ------ - Ans Reentry Interval T/F Regardless of the reentry interval stand on the label, you may reenter a treated site after sprays dry, dusts settle and vapors disperse. - Ans False What is the most common cause of pesticide poisoning for applicators? - Ans Skin contact When should you wear elbow-length, chemical resistant gloves? - Ans When handling any pesticide, except certain fumigants and relatively non-toxic products. Why not use cotton or leather gloves when handling highly toxic pesticides? - Ans Because they absorb pesticide and hold it close to your skin. T/F You must always wear a chemical-resistant suit when handling highly toxic pesticides. - Ans True How often should you was your contaminated overalls? - Ans Daily Should you ever wash the inside of your boots? - Ans Yes, after each use. When is it necessary to wear goggles or a full face shield? - Ans Whenever pesticide could contact your eyes, when you pour or mix concentrates, and when you work with a highly toxic spray or dust. Which type of hate is useful to protect your head and neck from highly toxic pesticides? - Ans Chemical-resistant raincoat, washable hard hat with no liner, and certain wide- brimmed hats. Are cotton or felt hats adequate head protection against highly toxic pesticides. Yes/No - Ans No How do you know if a respirator is necessary> - Ans If the pesticide label says so. When must you always wear a respirator? - Ans Whenever mixing or filling highly toxic pesticides. T/F Applicators who will be constantly exposed to small amounts of toxic pesticides for a day or several days should wear a respirator? - Ans True When are cartridge respirators often used? - Ans For a relatively short exposure period to concentrated chemicals and for a long exposure period to low concentrations of toxic chemicals. What is the main drawback of cartridge respirators? - Ans Leakage around the face shield. T/F Gas masks are used when the applicator will be exposed tot toxic fumes in heavy concentrations or for long time periods. - Ans True When should gas masks be used with an independent oxygen supply? - Ans When you are exposed to unknown vapors and when you reenter a fumigated area. yes/no. Should you try to fit the respirator so that some air can leak in around your face? - Ans No When should you replace the filter on your respirator? - Ans When it becomes dirty or breathing becomes difficult> How often should you change the cartridges on your respirator? - Ans Every 8 hours. T/F. 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. - Ans True When handling highly toxic pesticides.... - Ans You should always work in pairs. T/F. 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. - Ans True You may wear pesticide-soaked clothing again, without laundering, as soon as the clothing dries. T/F - Ans False Cholinesterase tests show whether you have been overexposed to --- or --- pesticides. - Ans Carbamate or ganophosphate. T/F You should wash your gloved hands before removing the gloves. - Ans True Natural rubber protects against----- - Ans Dry formulations. T/F The symptoms of pesticide poisoning are very different from all other types of poisoning. - Ans False T/F. 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. - Ans True T/F Because each chemical family can attack the body in a different way, the symptoms of pesticide poisoning are not all the same. - Ans True What are some of the symptoms of mild poisoning? - Ans Headache, fatigue, sore throat. T/F The symptoms of mild poisoning are similar to the early symptoms of acute poisoning. - Ans True What are some signs of severe or acute poisoning? - Ans Fever, intense thirst, vomiting, muscle twitches, pinpoint pupils, and unconsciousness. What are the three major chemical families of insecticides? - Ans Organophosphates, carbamates, and chlorinated hydrocarbons. What is the very first thing to do when someone has been poisoned? - Ans If you are alone with the victim, make sure he is breathing and not further exposed to poison, and call an ambulance or doctor. Your doctor should know which pesticides you normally use so he or she can obtain the ----- and keep it on hand. - Ans Antidote In structural Pest Control IPM, economic thresholds may not be relevant because...... - Ans A pest population can cause health and environmental damage with low infestation and public health pest may cause unreasonable risk to humans or animals before an economic threshold can be established. Which of the following are types of controls used in IPM? - Ans Biological, chemical, cultural controls, sanitation, structural modification, and physical barriers. A pest is considered anything that..... - Ans Injures humans, animals, crops, structures, or possessions, competes with humans, domestic animals, or crops for food and water, and spreads disease to humans, domestic animals, or crops. ---- percent of all insects are considered pests. - Ans One Name the three main body parts of an insect? - Ans Head Thorax Abdomen Which of the following is an insect? Centipede, sowbug, mite - Ans None Diseases are caused by biological agents called ---- - Ans Pathogens Which of the following organisms are associated with plant disease? Bacteria, viruses, amoebas, algae, fungi, or nematodes. - Ans Bacteria Viruses Fungi Nematodes Some weeds can be pests by....... - Ans Causing hay fever in people, poisoning animals that eat them, and hindering fish growth and reproduction. Which of the following types of plants lives more than 2 years? Annual Perennial Biennial - Ans Perennial What does the term vertebrate mean? - Ans Animals with jointed backbones. Which is an example of a vertebrate pest? - Ans Rodents A ---- is any chemical used to control pests. - Ans Pesticide T/F Insecticide is just another word for pesticide. - Ans False How does a systemic insecticide act on the pest? - Ans A systemic flows inside a treated plant and kills the pest when the pest eats the plant. T/F. The effect on beneficial insects is a primary concern when choosing a broad spectrum insecticide. - Ans True Miticides are very similar in action and application to---- - Ans Insecticides of the two types of fungicides, ---- prevent plant diseases and ---- cure plant diseases. - Ans Protectants Eradicants Eradicants often are used....... - Ans When protectants are too expensive or not available, when protectants have not been applied on time, and when a disease breaks out unexpectedly. Would you choose a selective or nonselective herbicide for weed control in a park? - Ans Selective With 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. - Ans Pre-emergent Post-emergent What kind of chemical is used to alter or change the plant itself? - Ans Growth Regulators Nematodes are....... - Ans Tiny worm-like organisms. A ----- inhibitor kills immature insects by interfering with their growth and molting. - Ans Chitin synthesis T/F. Insect growth regulators attack a growth process found only in insects so these chemicals are generally harmless to humans and other vertebrates. - Ans True T/F Although repellants should be used according to their labels, they are not registered like other pesticides with the EPA. - Ans False The words, "Keep out of reach of children," must appear on all pesticide labels. T/F - Ans True If a pesticide label has no instructions about protective equipment, that means you need no protection while using the pesticide. T/F - Ans False T/F 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. - Ans False T/F. Although the EPA registers pesticide labels, it does not require manufacturers to submit labels for registration. - Ans False T/F. Many common chemical names exist but only those officially accepted by EPA may be included on a label's ingredient list. - Ans False T/F. Manny common chemical names exist but only those officially accepted by EPA may be included on a label's ingredient list. - Ans True Highly toxic products must carry the signal word ---- - Ans Danger Products with the signal word Danger may also have a skull and crossbones symbol and the word ---- in red. - Ans Poison The signal word --- is required on labels for moderately toxic products. - Ans Warning All labels for slightly toxic pesticides must carry the signal word - Ans Caution Which of the following is information provided in directions for use? Press to be controlled with the pesticide, the rate for application, methods of application. - Ans All the above. You should always read the label before you ---- pesticide, before you mix pesticide, before you--- pesticide, and before you dispose of pesticide. - Ans Buy Apply Legal disposal steps are required for both the pastiche and the pesticide ---- - Through which routes of entry are you likely to be exposed during pesticide poisoning. - Ans Inhalation and dermal ------ devices keep spray mixture in the tank from escaping back through the hose into a water source. - Ans Antisiphoning T/F. When you empty a pesticide container, you should rinse it out at least 3 times. - Ans True You can mix all types of pesticides together without any problem. T/F - Ans False What does chemical compatibility mean? - Ans Mixing the pesticides will not reduce their effectiveness. How can you find out if two pesticides are compatible? - Ans Read the label An ----- is a chemical added to the pesticide mixture that makes an active ingredient more effective. - Ans Adjuvant For what kind of job would you use a spread-sticker? - Ans For treatment of waxy leaf surfaces. T/F. The most hazardous activities involving pesticides are mixing and loading concentrates. - Ans True For most pesticide spray, what is the recommended water pH level? - Ans From 4 to 6 When a pesticide is spilled accidentally, what should you do first? - Ans Contain the spill. Which of the following is not a type of support equipment? Filler pump From-end loader Sprayer - Ans Sprayer Which of the following must you consider in choosing pesticide application equipment for a job? Working conditions and type of target Pesticide formulation Possible problems - Ans All the above T/F. Dusters are commonly used by Gardners and pest control operators for spot treatment of plants or small areas. - Ans True Seeders and fertilizer spreaders often can be used to apply granules without equipment adjustments. T/F - Ans True A fogger is a good equipment choice when there is a sensitive area nearby and the wind is low. T/F - Ans False Which type of sprayer would you probably choose to treat a small garden in a residential area? - Ans Hand-operated sprayer In general, only homeowners have good use for hand-operated sprayers. T/F - Ans False 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? Low-pressure boom sprayer High-pressure sprayer Ultra-low volume sprayer - Ans High-pressure sprayer Which type of sprayer is more likely to cause you to injure sensitive vegetation or wildlife by overdosing with concentrated pesticides? Low-pressure sprayer High-pressure sprayer ULV - Ans ULV you must increase ---- times to double the flow rate - Ans 4 From which of the following may nozzles be made? Brass Plastic Stainless Steel - Ans All the above T/F Among nozzle materials, brass is the least resistant to wear. - Ans True Which is not an advantage of piston pumps? Maneuverability There is no leakage inside the pump chamber Output is virtually unaffected by pressure. - Ans Maneuverability Which is a function of spray nozzles? To regulate the flow of liquid To atomize the liquid stream To spread droplets in a specific pattern. - Ans All the above Worn nozzle tips produce poor spray patterns and ---- flow rates than new nozzles. - Ans Higher You should replace a used nozzle when its flow rate varies ---- percent% or more from a new nozzle. - Ans 5 A sprayer should be cleaned after --- day(s) of use. - Ans each When cleaning a sprayer, you should fill and flush the tank with water at least ---- times before using a cleaning solution. - Ans 2 T/F. Even when you have the right mixture in your spray tank, you can still apply the wrong amount of pesticide? - Ans True T/F. Once your sprayer is calibrated, its delivery rate will remain constant. - Ans False If your sprayer delivers less spray to an area than you want it to, how would you change the rate? Increase pressure Reduce ground speed Change to larger nozzles - Ans Any of these work What must you measure to calibrate granular application equipment? - Ans The weight of granules spread over a known area You must calibrate granular application equipment each time you change granular products. T/F - Ans True How many square ft are in an acre? - Ans 43,560 Thirty two ounces of water was collected from one spray nozzle in 30 seconds. What is the nozzle delivery rate in gallons per minute(GPM)? - Ans .5GPM What type of pesticide container should not be punctured for disposal? - Ans Aerosol Why should you dispose of pesticide waste in an EPA-approved sanitary landfill rather than a municipal dump? - Ans Because EPA-approved landfills meet federal standards of construction and operation. Why wear protective clothing while you store pesticides, containers and equipment? - Ans To minimize your exposure in case of a pesticide spill In case of fire in your storage area, what should fire fighters wear? - Ans Air-supplied respirators and chemical resistant clothing. Which of these factors should you consider when choosing a storage site? Nearness to sensitive areas Whether flooding is possible Whether the site is upwind or uphill from sensitive areas. - Ans All of the above In what kind of container should pesticides be stored? - Ans 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? - Ans It could contaminate ground or surface water with pesticide residue. How should you treat collected runoff? - Ans As surplus pesticide Why is a good supply of soap and water a MUST in any pesticide? - Ans To make decontamination and cleanup possible. What other materials should be on hand in a good storage area? - Ans Activated charcoal, clay, vermiculite or pet litter, a water hose to wash away liquid spills, and a trash can for disposal of spilled dry pesticides. 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. - Ans False Why should the storage area be kept cool? - Ans To stabilize flammable chemicals. Wy should herbicides be stored in a special place apart from other pesticides? - Ans They can vaporize and spread into adjacent pesticides How should you organize the disposal section of your storage area? - Ans By chemical family What should you do when you discover that one of your pesticide containers is corroding? - Ans Put it in a larger container that can be sealed and labels? How should you store opened containers of chlorates? - Ans 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. - Ans False. Cleanup steps for pesticide spills include: - Ans 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. - Ans True Besides meeting legal requirements, how can pesticide application records help you> - Ans 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. When is the best time to fill out record sheets? - Ans In the field during the job Filling out standard forms----- - Ans Helps you make sure to get all the necessary data. Yes/No. If you apply a pesticide and the wind carries it off-target, are you liable even though you tried to be careful - Ans Yes If the site you applied a pesticide to is damaged, even though you followed the directions and osages on the label, who could be liable? - Ans You, the dealer, the manufacturer, and property owner. Yes/No. Is pesticide application legally considered an ultra-hazardous activity? - Ans Yes Yes/No. Can you be sued for applying pesticides to the wrong target site, even if no damage is done? - Ans yes What is the legal standing of bees killed while "visiting" a sprayed field? - Ans The bees are considered trespassers if you gave prior notice to adjacent landowners. Otherwise, you may be liable for harm to the bees. From a legal standpoint, pesticide equipment and containers that are left where children can find them are considered....... - Ans An "attractive nuisance" Which of the following steps should you take if someone accuses you of pesticide misuse? - Ans Take notes and photos to document conditions at the site. Identify witnesses. Notify your insurance company. Which of the following is least essential for good public relation? Good advertising Keeping good records being courteous listening patiently - Ans Good advertising Who can best advise you on your insurance needs? - Ans Insurance agents who specialize in pesticide insurance.