New Mexico General Pesticide Practice Exam

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• Which name is the shorter form often used with the chemical name in the list of active ingredients?
• What information is provided in the First Aid section of the label?
• How should pesticides be transported in a vehicle?
• How can you protect bees when applying pesticides?
• Many which two categories of pesticides cause dermatitis?
• Which act governs the establishment of tolerances for pesticide residues in foods and feeds?
• A ______ is anyone who has met the requirements to supervise the use of restricted-use pesticides and may be Commercial, Public, Private, or non-commercial applicators.
• Which item is an example of eye/face protection that might be required on pesticide labels?
• What is the Signal Word on a pesticide label and what does it indicate?
• What does 'calibration' of spray equipment mean?
• Who tests meat and milk for pesticide residues?
• Which factor affects runoff when applying pesticides to soil?
• Which four pesticide product forms are ready for use without additional dilution?
• In New Mexico, which state agency administers pesticide certification and licensing?
• Which practice is NOT a method to reduce spray drift?
• What type of solvents are commonly used in emulsifiable concentrates (EC) formulations?
• What does the dose‑response concept tell us about pesticide use?
• A ______ is a mixture of finely divided solid particles dispersed in a liquid, with the solid not dissolving and requiring agitation to stay evenly distributed.
• Under WPS, what must supervisors provide as part of decontamination?
• What is the purpose of performing a 'tank mix compatibility' test before mixing two products?
• When should you induce vomiting if a pesticide is swallowed?
• Which signal word must appear on all products that are highly toxic by any route of entry into the body and can cause death in very low doses?
• Which category includes individuals such as apartment managers and golf course superintendents who use pesticides non-commercially?
• Posting-area signs during pesticide applications serve mainly to protect which groups?
• Which formulation combines many characteristics of emulsifiable concentrates and wettable powders, with AI impregnated on a substance such as clay and ground to a very fine powder suspended in a small amount of liquid?
• Why are posting and posted-area signs important for pesticide applications?
• Before applying a pesticide, which combination of documents should you read and understand?
• Which of the following statements identifies the primary route of pesticide entry?
• What does 'Directions for Use' on a pesticide label provide?
• What is the minimum PPE you should wear when working with pesticides?
• Which weather conditions increase drift risk during spraying?
• Which formulations are ready to use and contain a low percentage of active ingredients plus a very fine, dry inert carrier (talc, chalk, clay, nut hulls, or volcanic ash) that can drift easily?
• If clothing becomes contaminated with pesticide, what should you do?
• Who are the persons who sell restricted-use pesticides and must be licensed by NMDA?
• FIFRA, as amended in 1996 by the ______, requires that all pesticides meet new safety standards.
• Why is storing pesticides near fertilizers sometimes problematic?
• A good seal on a respirator prevents what from bypassing the filter?
• Which formulation often contains up to 90% AI by weight and is delivered as granules?
• Which regulation is aimed at reducing the risk of pesticide poisonings, injuries, and exposure to agricultural workers and pesticide handlers?
• What action is required to keep a suspension evenly distributed during use?
• Pre-harvest intervals are designed to ensure what?
• Which of the following is a direct consequence of insufficient respirator seal?
• Which act governs the establishment of pesticide tolerances for food and feed products?
• Under the Worker Protection Standard, what are key responsibilities of a supervisor?
• Under WPS, which workers must receive training?
• Which herbicide is associated with irritation of skin and mucous membranes and symptoms such as vomiting, headaches, diarrhea, and confusion?
• Why is it important to follow the label's PPE requirements?
• Why is 'the label is the law' a fundamental principle of pesticide use?
• Which statement best reflects container handling after use?
• Which of the following is a practice to minimize spray drift?
• Which method is used to select the right size respirator for the user?
• How should you read and apply information on a pesticide label before use?
• Which agency is the State Lead Agency for pesticides and has authority over the distribution and use of all pesticides in the state?
• The concentrates may approach 100% AI, remain in solution, require little agitation, and can be easily absorbed through skin; they may cause rubber hoses to deteriorate. Which formulation is this?
• Which liquid pesticide formulation is relatively easy to handle, transport, and store, with little agitation required and high concentrations that can lead to overdose during mixing?
• How can pH affect some pesticide formulations?
• Which federal agency regulates pesticide product labels and ensures that label directions are followed?
• The process used to determine the correct respirator size for a worker is commonly called:
• The front panel shows which name and is used in advertisement and by company salespeople?
• What term describes a pesticide that is no longer a concentrate but has been mixed to the rate that will be applied?
• An _____ occurs when one liquid is dispersed in another liquid and each liquid retains its original identity.
• Under WPS, what is typically required to be posted in work areas?
• Who may purchase a Restricted-Use Pesticide?
• Which signal word is used for pesticides that are highly toxic and may cause death from small exposure?
• The Worker Protection Standard (WPS) is a federal rule protecting agricultural workers. Who must follow it?
• Which is one of the four main pest groups?
• What is the basic first-aid procedure for someone who has inhaled a pesticide?
• Which signal word indicates a highly toxic pesticide with Hazard Class I based on oral, dermal, or inhalation toxicity, where a very small dose could be fatal?
• What steps are required when disposing of pesticide containers and unused pesticides?
• Which of the following is not typically a ready-to-use product form?
• What does the Emergency First Aid section provide?
• What is the purpose of a closed mixing/loading system?
• Why is the pesticide label considered the legal authority for use?
• Which name is used on the front panel and in advertising for a pesticide?
• The test that checks whether a respirator seals correctly on a person's face is called a:
• What does site-specific use restrictions on a label mean?
• Pesticides in storage must be secured and posted with what language combination on the warning sign?
• Who is someone who uses pesticides but not in a commercial capactiy. This includes apartment complex owners or managers, greenhouse managers, or golf course superintendents.
• In the list of active ingredients, which name is defined as the common, nontechnical name?
• Which penalties might result from improper pesticide use in New Mexico?
• A ______ is an employee of a government agency whose duties for the agency include the use of pesticides.
• What topics are covered by the Directions for Use section of a pesticide label?
• A respirator's protective function depends on the seal between the face and the respirator; this requires the respirator to:
• Which signal word indicates a product is moderately toxic either orally, dermally, or through inhalation, or causes moderate eye and skin irritation?
• Which formulation is described as AI impregnated on clay and ground to a fine powder suspended in a small amount of liquid?
• Which statement best describes why a respirator must fit tightly?
• The Food Quality Protection Act amended both FIFRA and FFDCA and set tougher standards for pesticides used on food. Which two statutes does it amend?
• What term describes the unintentional movement of spray droplets to off-target areas and can be reduced by changing droplet size?
• How should pesticides be stored to protect water sources?
• What is the first step in effective pest control?
• What is the purpose of secondary containment in pesticide storage?
• How should you handle pesticide spills to protect yourself and the environment?
• Under FIFRA, which entity is responsible for registering or authorizing pesticide products for use in the United States?
• ______ means qualified to mix, load, apply, and otherwise use pesticides products.
• The acronym WPS stands for which regulation?
• When performing respirator selection, which step directly assesses the seal quality?
• Noncompliance with pesticide labeling can lead to what outcomes?
• Emulsifiable Concentrates (EC or E) typically contain between what percentages of active ingredient?
• What is the primary route of pesticides entering the body?
• What is the goal of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) in pesticide use?
• Why is it important to follow label directions when applying pesticides?
• Which condition would most increase runoff risk when applying a pesticide to soil?
• Which formulation is difficult to mix in very hard, alkaline water and tends to clog nozzles and screens?
• Which of the following is a strategy for Resistance Management?
• Which herbicide is cited as irritating to the skin and mucous membranes and can cause vomiting, headaches, diarrhea, and confusion?
• Which principle is central to IPM besides reducing pesticide use?
• What is environmental stewardship in pesticide use?
• What is a primary implication of the Food Quality Protection Act (FQPA)?
• Which formulations are like wettable powders but are granules; must be mixed with water to be applied; AI can be as high as 90% by weight?
• Which formulation is designed to reduce drift and improve rain resistance due to its oil carrier?
• For a respirator to be effective, its seal must be maintained during movement and talking. The action that ensures this is:
• Which item is a required element to document in an application records log?
• Under what condition should vomiting be induced after swallowing a pesticide?
• Which act gives the New Mexico NMDA authority over pesticides and pesticide applicators in the state?
• In which formulation are high concentrations of AI likely to cause overdose or underdose due to mixing or calibration?
• How can you determine if two pesticides are compatible for tank mixing?
• Among the following, which is essential for respirator protection?
• Which formulation is ready-to-use and requires no further dilution before application, useful for structural and institutional pests, but is high-cost per unit AI and cannot be used as plant sprays?
• What term describes storing pesticides in a locked, ventilated area away from foods, feed, and water?
• A ______ results when a substance is dissolved in a liquid.
• What is a buffer zone in pesticide application?
• Which formulations are dry, finely ground and usually must be mixed with water for application, easily stored, and require constant agitation, while being abrasive to pumps and nozzles?
• Which components of PPE are commonly required on pesticide labels?
• What is the primary reason for performing a fit test on a new respirator user?
• How do General Use pesticides differ from Consumer/Non-Restricted Use pesticides?
• Which term describes verifiable supervision of pesticide applicators that includes providing training, guidance, being available when needed, and being present at the site when required?
• Who are farmers or ranchers who use pesticides to produce agricultural commodities on land they own or manage.
• Which signal word indicates a highly toxic pesticide with Hazard Class I causing corrosive permanent or severe damage to skin, eyes, or the respiratory system?
• Which group of pesticides tends to irritate the skin, nose, and respiratory system?
• Which signal word indicates a product is highly toxic by any route of exposure and can cause death in very small doses?
• The main purpose of a fit test is to ensure the wearer chosen respirator size fits properly. Which option describes that?
• Get medical advice immediately if symptoms develop within how many hours after a pesticide exposure?
• To work properly and provide the necessary protection, a respirator must what?
• What does the acronym EPA stand for in the context of pesticide regulation?
• A ______ is someone who gives advice or recommendations regarding the use of restricted-use pesticides, but they cannot apply pesticides.
• Which group of pesticides is specifically noted for irritation of skin and mucous membranes?
• Products with which signal word can cause severe eye damage or skin irritation?
• Which entity has authority over the distribution and use of all pesticides in the state?
• What is the name that identifies the chemical components and structure of the active ingredient?
• What is a re-entry interval (REI) and who determines it?
• What does the EPA number on a pesticide label represent?
• The Food Quality Protection Act (FQPA) amended FIFRA and FFDCA. Which two major laws does it affect?
• What is the essential first step before applying any pesticide?
• Which act provides the overall framework for the federal pesticide program?
• Where should you dispose of unused pesticides?
• Most pesticide labels must include a word indicating relative acute toxicity of the product. What is this called?
• Who licenses the sale of restricted-use pesticides?
• Why is the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) important in pesticide handling?
• When is it permissible to re-enter a treated area after the REI has ended?
• Which role is described as someone who provides advice on pesticide use but cannot apply pesticides themselves?
• What is the purpose of posting requirements around treated areas?
• If a respirator does not fit properly, what is likely to occur?
• What is residue management in relation to pesticides?
• Which formulation contains a water-soluble pesticide dispersed in an oil carrier and is used to reduce drift and improve rain resistance?
• If you accidentally contaminate non-target surfaces with pesticide, what should you do first?
• What strategy helps delay pesticide resistance in pest populations?
• Which act amended FIFRA in 1996?
• Which agency sets the tolerance, or maximum residue limit, before allowing a pesticide on food crops?
• Which section of the pesticide label tells the applicator how, when, where, and on what target pest the pesticide may be applied?
• Which term describes a person who is qualified to mix and apply pesticides on the job?
• Which two sources determine the re-entry interval (REI) for a pesticide product?
• Who are the employees of Commercial Applicators who apply pesticides?
• If two pesticides are not listed as compatible for tank mixing, what should you do?
• What is an 'Active Ingredient' on a pesticide label?
• Which agency tests food produced in the United States and imported foods for compliance with residue limits?
• True or False: Warm moist areas such as groin, armpits, head, neck, backs of hands, and tops of the feet tend to absorb more than the palm and forearms.
• To protect pollinators, you should apply pesticides during which times?
• Which item is NOT typically recorded in an application records log?
• What is a Restricted-Use Pesticide (RUP) and who may buy or apply it?
• An _____ formulation usually contains a liquid active ingredient, one or more petroleum-based solvents; most contain between 25% and 75% AI, and are among the most versatile formulations.
• What does EC stand for in pesticide formulation abbreviations?
• What does FIFRA stand for?
• Which herbicide is known for causing lethal systemic effects in humans?
• When selecting a respirator size, you should perform a:
• Which of the following is NOT one of the four main pest groups?
• What is the recommended order for adding pesticides to a tank?
• Which regulation under the Pesticide Control Act is the most detailed and longest, providing details about licensing, use, record keeping, and certification information?
• Which action directly supports compliance with pesticide label directions?