CGM Compliance Reporting & Documentation 2

Question 1

Which federal agency requires grounds managers to maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all hazardous chemicals used on site?

Accepted Answer

OSHA

Answer

OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) requires employers to maintain SDS for all hazardous chemicals in the workplace.

Question 2

A pesticide application log must typically be retained for how many years under most state regulations?

Accepted Answer

2 years

Answer

Most state regulations require commercial pesticide application records to be retained for a minimum of 2 years.

Question 3

What document must a certified grounds manager provide to clients before applying a restricted-use pesticide (RUP)?

Accepted Answer

Proof of applicator certification

Answer

Proof of applicator certification must be available because only certified applicators or those working under their direct supervision can legally apply restricted-use pesticides.

Question 4

Under the EPA's Worker Protection Standard (WPS), how long must pesticide application records be kept?

Accepted Answer

2 years

Answer

The EPA's WPS requires that application records for agricultural pesticides be retained for a minimum of 2 years.

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT typically required on a pesticide application record?

Accepted Answer

Client's credit card authorization

Answer

Financial transaction details are not part of regulatory pesticide application records, which focus on product, site, pest, and environmental conditions.

(CGM) Certified Grounds Manager Practice Test

(CGM) Certified Grounds Manager Practice Test

CGM Compliance Reporting & Documentation 2