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

Contacting Poison Control immediately and following SDS first-aid instructions is the correct protocol for pesticide ingestion.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

PPE restricts evaporative cooling and traps body heat

Answer

Chemical-resistant suits and respirators impede sweat evaporation, significantly raising the risk of heat stress during warm-weather applications.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Precautionary Statements — First Aid

Answer

The Precautionary Statements section of the pesticide label includes first aid measures that must be followed in case of exposure.

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

Containing the spill and putting on PPE before cleanup prevents further contamination and protects the PCO from exposure.

Question 5

Eye protection rated for pesticide applications must meet which standard?

Accepted Answer

ANSI Z87.1 chemical splash goggles or face shield

Answer

ANSI Z87.1-rated chemical splash goggles or face shields provide the proper protection against pesticide liquid and vapor reaching the eyes.

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