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Safety & Handling Procedures Flashcards

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  1. Which signal word on a pesticide label indicates the highest level of toxicity?

    Answer: DANGER

    DANGER is the signal word for Toxicity Category I products, indicating the highest acute hazard level.

  2. A technician is mixing a concentrated pesticide and splashes some in their eye. What is the FIRST action they should take?

    Answer: Flush the eye with clean water for 15–20 minutes

    Immediate flushing with water for at least 15–20 minutes is the standard first-aid response for eye exposure to pesticides.

  3. What does the term 'REI' stand for in pesticide safety regulations?

    Answer: Re-Entry Interval

    REI (Re-Entry Interval) is the minimum time that must pass before workers can enter a treated area without PPE.

  4. Under the Worker Protection Standard (WPS), who is responsible for posting pesticide application information at a central location?

    Answer: The agricultural employer

    Under WPS, agricultural employers must post application information including product name, EPA registration number, and REI at a central display.

  5. Which type of respirator provides the highest level of respiratory protection for pesticide applicators?

    Answer: Full-face air-purifying respirator with appropriate cartridges

    A full-face air-purifying respirator with the correct organic vapor/pesticide cartridges provides both eye protection and the highest level of respiratory protection among APRs.

  6. When transporting pesticides in a vehicle, what should always be done to prevent contamination of passengers or cargo?

    Answer: Transport pesticides in a secured, separate, and ventilated area away from passengers

    Pesticides must be transported in a secured area separate from passengers, food, and feed, ideally in a ventilated cargo area to prevent inhalation exposure.

  7. What information must be included on a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) Section 8?

    Answer: Exposure controls and personal protection

    SDS Section 8 covers Exposure Controls/Personal Protection, including occupational exposure limits and recommended PPE.