Pesticide Use & Safety Flashcards
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Pesticide drift can best be reduced during application by:
Answer: Using larger droplet sizes and reducing boom height
Larger droplets are heavier and settle faster, and lowering the boom reduces the distance droplets must travel before reaching the target, both minimizing drift.
Which statement about pesticide resistance management is correct?
Answer: Rotating among pesticides with different modes of action helps delay resistance development
Rotating among pesticides with different modes of action reduces selection pressure on any single mechanism, slowing the evolution of resistance in pest populations.
When cleaning a pesticide spill on a hard surface, the applicator should first:
Answer: Apply absorbent material to contain the spill before cleanup begins
Applying an absorbent material (cat litter, sawdust, or commercial absorbent) first contains the spill and prevents it from spreading before physical cleanup.
Which pesticide application method is most appropriate for treating a crawl space to minimize applicator exposure?
Answer: Power-driven fog generator operated from outside the space with extension equipment
Using fog or mist equipment with extension wands allows the applicator to treat the crawl space while remaining outside, minimizing exposure to pesticides and confined-space hazards.
A pesticide label lists 'Keep out of reach of children' — this statement is:
Answer: Required on all pesticide products registered with the EPA
EPA regulations require 'Keep out of reach of children' as a mandatory precautionary statement on every registered pesticide label.
The concept of 'integrated pest management' (IPM) most accurately describes:
Answer: A strategy combining multiple control tactics to minimize economic, health, and environmental risk
IPM integrates biological, cultural, physical, and chemical tools in a way that minimizes economic costs, health hazards, and environmental risks.
Which federal law regulates the safety of pesticide residues on food and feed commodities in the United States?
Answer: FFDCA (Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act)
The FFDCA, administered by the EPA in coordination with the FDA and USDA, establishes tolerances (maximum residue limits) for pesticide residues in food and feed.