CPA Pesticide Label Comprehension 2

Question 1

Under FIFRA, the pesticide label is considered which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A legally binding document

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A manufacturer's suggestion

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A general safety guideline

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An optional reference tool

Question 2

What does the signal word 'CAUTION' indicate about a pesticide product?

Accepted Answer

Slightly toxic or relatively non-toxic

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Highly toxic — fatal in small amounts

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Moderately toxic — may cause reversible effects

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Non-toxic with no restrictions

Question 3

A pesticide label states 'PHI: 14 days.' What does this mean for a vegetable grower?

Accepted Answer

Do not harvest the crop within 14 days of the last application

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Apply the product 14 days before transplanting

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Repeat the application every 14 days

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Store the product for at least 14 days before use

Question 4

Which section of a pesticide label lists the crops or sites where the product is legally approved for use?

Accepted Answer

Directions for use / use sites

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Precautionary statements

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Storage and disposal

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Physical and chemical hazards

Question 5

What information is found in the 'Environmental Hazards' section of a pesticide label?

Accepted Answer

Risks to wildlife, aquatic organisms, or non-target species

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Personal protective equipment requirements

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First aid instructions for poisoning

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Storage temperature requirements

Question 6

A label specifies a maximum of 2 lb a.i./acre per season. An applicator has already applied 1.5 lb a.i./acre. How much active ingredient can they legally apply in one more application?

Accepted Answer

0.5 lb a.i./acre

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2 lb a.i./acre

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1.5 lb a.i./acre

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0 lb a.i./acre — no more applications allowed

Question 7

Which of the following statements about restricted-use pesticides (RUPs) on the label is correct?

Accepted Answer

They may only be purchased and used by certified applicators or persons under their direct supervision

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Anyone may purchase and apply them with a receipt

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They are banned for all commercial use

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They require a doctor's prescription before purchase