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MDARD Pesticide Core ExamRecord keeping for general use pesticides (length of time) - answer1 year following
application
Record keeping for restricted use pesticides (length of time) - answer3 years following
application
What should the records for pesticide use include? (6) - answer1. Name and
concentration of pesticide
2. Amount of pesticide applied
3. Target pest / purpose
4. Date of application
5. Location of application
6. Method of application (where applicable)
How many years of pesticide application experience does one need to become an
approved trainer? - answer2 (in the category they intend to train)
Conditions for an exemption from rules (incidental use) (3) - answer1. A general use
pesticide is used
2. The person is not regularly engaged in the application of pesticides for hire
3. The pesticide application is an integral part of another operation
Aquatic Nuisance - answerAny propagating organism that impairs enjoyment or use of
waters of the state
Requirements for sign posting following a chemical treatment - answerSign must be
sturdy and noticeable
Requirements for sign posting following a chemical treatment for treated areas greater
than 2 acres (2) - answer1. Sign must be sturdy and noticeable
2. Sign must be posted at all access sites (boat launches, parks)
Act 451, Part 31 Water Resources Protection Act (2) - answer1. Prohibits discharging of
harmful substances into state waters that endangers public health, natural resources,
etc.
2. Gives MDEQ regulatory jurisdiction over mosquito control strategies involving surface
waters
,Marine Safety Act rules for legal working boat condition (5) - answer1. Boat must be
registered
2. Boat must have at least 1 flotation device
3. Boat must have working lights
4. Boat must have fire extinguisher
5. Boat must have a sound device such as a horn, bell, or whistle
The state law regulating pesticides is called FIFRA. True or False? - answerFalse.
FIFRA is the federal law regulating pesticides and their use.
The Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act give the director of which
agency the authority to register or certify private and commercial applicators and to
prescribe standards for certification and registration? - answerMichigan Department of
Agriculture
The Aquatic Nuisance Control Act requires ________ to chemically treat any waters of
the state for aquatic nuisance control. - answerpermits
Registered technicians are those who are not certified commercial pesticide applicators
but are authorized to apply general use pesticides for a commercial purpose. True or
False? - answerTrue
What is the minimum employee requirement for commercial pesticide application
businesses to obtain a commercial license? (2) - answerAn employee must be:
1. A certified commercial applicator and have two years of experience
or
2. One year of experience and a related 4 year degree
Regulation 637 - answerEstablishes rules for pesticide use including mixing,
containment, protective equipment, etc. to protect...
Who administers and enforces the Aquatic Nuisance Control Act? - answerMDEQ
Labeling includes... (2) - answer1. The label itself
2. All other information you receive from the manufacturer about the product when you
buy it
What agency must approve a pesticide for use? - answerEPA
"Reward" is an example of what kind of pesticide name? - answerBrand name
"6,7-dihydrodipyrido(1,2-a:2',1-c) pyrazinediiumdibromide" is an example of what kind of
pesticide name? - answerChemical name
"Fluridone" is an example of what kind of pesticide name? - answerCommon name
, RUP stands for - answerRestricted use pesticide
"Sensitization" is another term for - answerAllergic effects
Roller pump capacity, speed, max pressure, spray material - answer0-35 gpm, 600-
2600 rpm, 300 psi, Nonabrasive
Hazard = _______ x_______ - answerToxicity, exposure
4 types of exposure - answer1. Dermal
2. Oral
3. Inhalation
4. Ocular
__________ exposure accounts for more than 80% of pesticide poisoning cases -
answerDermal
True or false: You must wear the recommended garments, but it's ok to wear more. -
answerTrue
What to do if a spill occurs (4) - answer1. Secure the area, keep people at a safe
distance
2. Put on safety equipment
3. If possible, stop the leak
4. Notify the fire department
What is the primary means of communication between pesticide manufacturers and
pesticide users? - answerThe product label
List the signal words found on pesticide labels (4) - answer1. Caution
2. Warning
3. Danger
4. Danger: Poison
Which signal word is associated with a skull and crossbones? - answerDanger: poison
Pesticides should not be used:
a. At less than label rates
b. At longer intervals than stated on the label
c. At rates higher than directed by the label
d. None of the above - answerc. At rates higher than directed by the label
True or False: Mixing two or more pesticides is considered consistent with the label. -
answerTrue, unless the label prohibits the mixing.
Minimum protective garments for pesticides labeled "Caution" (4) - answer1. Long pants
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