NYS PCO NYS PCO Pesticide Safety and PPE 3

Question 1

Which of the following is the correct action if pesticide is ingested?

Accepted Answer

Call Poison Control (1-800-222-1222) and follow SDS guidance

Answer

Induce vomiting immediately

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Drink milk to neutralize the chemical

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Wait and monitor symptoms at home

Question 2

Heat-related illness risk increases when PCOs wear full PPE because:

Accepted Answer

PPE restricts evaporative cooling and traps body heat

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PPE causes dehydration directly

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Pesticides raise body temperature

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PPE absorbs UV radiation

Question 3

Which label section lists the first aid measures for pesticide exposure?

Accepted Answer

Precautionary Statements — First Aid

Answer

Active Ingredient declaration

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Environmental Hazards section

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Storage and Disposal section

Question 4

A PCO discovers a pesticide spill in a vehicle. The FIRST step is to:

Accepted Answer

Contain the spill and don appropriate PPE before cleanup

Answer

Drive to the nearest facility immediately

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Dilute with large amounts of water

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Leave the vehicle and call 911 without assessing

Question 5

Eye protection rated for pesticide applications must meet which standard?

Accepted Answer

ANSI Z87.1 chemical splash goggles or face shield

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Any safety glasses available on-site

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Standard sunglasses with UV protection

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Industrial safety glasses only

Question 6

Under NYS DEC rules, a commercial pesticide applicator must notify building occupants before an indoor application by:

Accepted Answer

Providing advance notice as required by the specific pesticide label and state law

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No notification is required

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Only notifying building owners, not occupants

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Posting a sign only at the entrance