Ontario Pesticide Training and Certification CORE Practice Exam

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• Chronic toxicity testing involves exposure durations of how long?
• A recommended spill kit should include which items?
• Which description best defines a systemic herbicide?
• Which statement identifies the principal display panel on a pesticide label?
• Which describes a contact herbicide?
• Which of the following is a required element under the TDGA's six requirements for transporting dangerous goods?
• What type of insecticide requires the insect to touch a treated area to be effective?
• Under the Pesticides Act, an Operator's Licence authorizes controlling and managing an extermination business to perform extermination for a fee.
• Who may purchase Class B pesticides?
• Which label panel contains the directive 'Read the label before using'?
• Which statement best describes the function of the hazard symbol on pesticide labels?
• Which of the following correctly lists the three parts of a pesticide name?
• To whom should IPM program details be communicated?
• Which describes a non-systemic herbicide?
• LD50 is defined as:
• Seed treatment formulations are described as:
• What should be done with the washing machine after washing pesticide-contaminated clothing?
• What is WHMIS?
• Which of the following are factors that can change the risk of using pesticides?
• Why group pesticides by chemical family?
• What is a threshold limit?
• What is the primary purpose of pesticide certification?
• What are the four classes of pesticide products during the registration process as defined by the Pest Control Act?
• Who may purchase Class D pesticides?
• Which of the following is listed as a source for information on pest identification?
• How is chronic toxicity measured?
• Which of the following is NOT a component of the secondary label panel?
• What is a systemic insecticide?
• Do prescription eyeglasses provide adequate protection when working with pesticides?
• What is the purpose of the Migratory Birds Convention Act?
• Under the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act, to whom must spills that may be harmful to humans or the environment be reported?
• If a spill occurs during transport, what is a potential health hazard?
• Under which law are pesticides transport rules defined?
• Details of an IPM program should be communicated to government agencies, trade associations, pest management specialists and employees who will carry out pest management work.
• If anyone at the pesticide application site is feeling abnormal or exhibiting poisoning symptoms, what is the recommended immediate action?
• In a poisoning incident, what document should you provide to medical personnel?
• Even though the application is complete, the operation is not completed until what?
• What are the two methods to monitoring?
• What are the penalties on a first offence under the Pesticides Act if a person fails to comply with a stop order and has caused environmental harm?
• Fungicides are pesticides used to:
• The transport rules apply to which law?
• Which terms on a pesticide label indicate toxicity levels?
• Herbicides are pesticides used to control what?
• Which of the following is a factor to include in evaluating an IPM program?
• What is a signal word and what is a hazard identifying word?
• Acute toxicity timeframe question: Acute toxicity is typically within what time frame?
• Ultra-Low Volume (ULV) concentrates are described as:
• Which term refers to a herbicide that kills only certain plants without killing others?
• Which statement about a pesticide vendors license is correct?
• Which statement about LD50 is true?
• When counting and measuring, a typical sample size recommendation ranges from
• What is the purpose of a TDGA shipping document?
• An exterminator's license cannot be used to apply pesticides unless employed by the holder of an Operator's licence. True or False?
• Which of the following describes the correct steps for washing pesticide-contaminated clothing?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the five IPM treatment categories?
• Vendor's license is valid for how long?
• What are the two types of thresholds and explain each.
• Which of the following is a result of monitoring?
• Why should you wash only a few garments at a time when laundering pesticide-contaminated clothing?
• From the date you pass the exam, how long is your certification valid to apply to be a licensed exterminator?
• What is the principal display panel on a pesticide label commonly referred to as?
• Growth regulators in pest management are substances that:
• A pesticide formulation is a mixture of one or more active ingredients and formulants.
• WHMIS is designed to do which of the following?
• Which Act prevents anyone from placing harmful substances in water that could cause adverse effects to fish?
• According to the regulation of the Pesticides Act, what is required when leaving pesticides unsupervised in a vehicle?
• Which of the following is a reason not to transport pesticides in the passenger compartment?
• Incompatible pesticides mixing may cause which of the following?
• Who may purchase Class C pesticides?
• Which statement BEST describes the PCPA's aim regarding public awareness and participation in decision-making?
• What is a tank mix?
• Under the TDGA, what must be done with accidents involving dangerous goods?
• Exposure is defined as a measure of the amount of contact you have with pesticides, through contact with your skin, eyes, mouth, or nose.
• Who must you report a pesticide spill during transport to?
• Which class is the Domestic Class registered under PCPA?
• Which statement correctly defines a stomach poison?
• What additional requirement is needed, besides an exterminator's licence, to legally apply a class B or C pesticide with a label indicating picloram in land extermination in Ontario?
• Why are pesticide laws established at federal, provincial, and municipal levels?
• Which description matches Class A pesticides?
• Which IPM category includes sanitation and cleaning areas as part of cultural practices?
• Where can you find the PPE required for a pesticide?
• Chronic toxicity symptoms: Which of the following is a chronic toxicity symptom?
• Which class of pesticides may anyone purchase?
• LD50 values are typically expressed in which units?
• Does IPM completely eliminate pests?
• If a pesticide is stolen, you must notify Ontario's Spills Action Centre immediately.
• Which item must be included on a shipping document under the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act?
• Pesticides can be grouped by which of the following?
• Which IPM category includes practices like rotation of crops and pruning?
• Why is it important to keep records and evaluate results of an IPM program?
• Which of the following is one of the seven operations in pesticide handling during which exposure may occur?
• Where would you find the Direction for Use on a pesticide label?
• Which statement reflects a purpose of the PCPA regarding the approval of pest control products?
• What information can be determined through monitoring?
• What is a pesticide?
• The general regulation accompanies which Act for transport controls?
• Disinfectants in pest management are used to:
• Which Act establishes the Maximum Residue Limit for pesticides in food?
• Under the chemical category of treatment in IPM, what is a biopesticide?
• What is the equation for risk / how is risk expressed?
• Which federal Act controls the transportation of pesticides and other dangerous commodities?
• What is the Fertilizers Act?
• Which of the following is a component of the principal label?
• When should cartridges be changed on pesticide respirators?
• Which of the following is NOT a factor to consider when selecting a pesticide formulation?
• LC50 is defined as:
• When are protectant and eradicant fungicides applied?
• Risk of pesticide poisoning is increased if you use very toxic pesticides or if you are exposed to pesticides over a long period of time.
• What is the maximum number of technicians a licensed exterminator may supervise in a land extermination?
• In which section of the pesticide label can you find the active ingredient and its concentration?
• What is the Feeds Act?
• Which statement about IPM is true?
• A technician can recommend a pesticide to a client and select which pesticides to use. True or False.
• Rodenticides are pesticides used to control what, and how are they grouped?
• Which statement best describes the overall goal of the Pest Control Products Act?
• Which pesticide class includes corn seed or soybean seed treated with a pesticide that contains imidacloprid, clothianidin, or thiamethoxam?
• Which item is NOT required on a TDGA shipping document?
• The transport rules apply to which classes of pesticides?
• Which of the following is a federal class designation of pesticides?
• Which describes a residual herbicide?
• What is the secondary display label on a pesticide label?
• Which class of a pesticide vendors license may sell E class pesticides?
• Which of the following is a requirement for transporting dangerous goods under the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act?
• Which federal Act protects the health of consumers by preventing the sale of food that contains any harmful or poisonous substances?
• Tablet formulations are described as:
• What is the Pest Control Products Act, 2002?
• Which section of the Safety Data Sheet covers disposal information?
• When handling or using pesticides, which operation is considered the greatest risk to the exterminator?
• Which type of rodenticides decrease the clotting ability of blood and are effective after only one feeding?
• Define dermal LD50.
• Which item is typically included in the review of treatment records?
• Wettable Powder formulations are described as:
• What are pre-plant, pre-emergence, and post-emergence treatments for herbicides?
• When is respiratory protection most often required when handling pesticides?
• The passenger compartment transport is discouraged because of what risk?
• Which term describes applying a pesticide before the crop has emerged?
• Which statement best describes an operator's licence?
• Pesticides must not be transported with which of the following?
• Pesticides with high LD50 values (10+) are more toxic.
• What is pesticide resistance?
• Which class is the Restricted Class registered under PCPA?
• Which is a primary benefit of IPM?
• Who is the proper recipient for reporting a pesticide spill during transport?
• What signage must be displayed when leaving pesticides unsupervised in a vehicle under Pesticides Act regulations?
• A nonactive ingredient in a pesticide formulation is called a formulant.
• Acute toxicity symptom question: which of the following can be a symptom of acute toxicity?
• Which of the following items is included in the prohibition on transporting pesticides with other items?
• Which environmental condition should be considered when selecting a pest management approach?
• Which statement best describes Stop Orders and Control Orders?
• Which of the following is a way to reduce exposure to pesticides?
• Leather boots provide adequate protection from pesticide spills.
• What is oral LD50?
• Why is it important to know the life cycle and behaviour of pests?
• Which parts of the exterminator's body receive the most exposure to pesticides?
• If the label states contact with the skin should be avoided, which of the following lists the minimum PPE?
• How often should you test to see if the respirator is a good fit for the user?
• Which statement describes the 'Keep out of reach of children' requirement?
• Pest identification information can be obtained from pest management representatives.
• Which of the following is a reason pest identification is important?
• What type of supervision is required for a trainee during pesticide mixing, loading, or use by a licensed exterminator?
• When reporting a pesticide spill during transport, you should contact which center?
• Which of the following is an example of a signal word?
• Which of the following is one of the four main purposes of the Pest Control Products Act?
• Which description best defines a pest?
• A pesticide label is required by which federal act?
• If there is no label directions for tank mixing, the user assumes risk and responsibility for safety, efficacy and phytotoxicity of the tank mixture.
• Which statement describes the PCPA's aim to encourage sustainable pest management?
• Which statement best describes insecticides?
• Which statement correctly lists the six major components of IPM?
• The legs of pants or coveralls should be worn inside boots when working with pesticides.
• What is the maximum fine for a first offence if you fail to comply with the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act?
• Emulsifiable Concentrate (EC) formulations are described as:
• After laundering pesticide-contaminated clothing, should you use the dryer?
• Which statement is true regarding PPE requirements for pesticides?
• Which statement about Dust or Powder formulations is correct?
• True or False: All pesticides must be registered under the Pest Control Products Act before sale or use in Canada.
• What should you carry to prevent the possibility of a spill during transport?
• Which option lists all four federal class designations?
• How many sections are in the Safety Data Sheet?
• What type of gloves should be worn if skin contact with pesticides should be avoided?
• Fumigants are pesticides that:
• Which class of pesticide products is defined as being for products manufactured for distribution rather than on-site use?
• What are the four routes a pesticide can enter the body?
• How many reasons are listed for pest identification importance?
• Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is best described as?
• Which section of the pesticide label provides additional information not given in the first aid section that is useful for medical personnel?
• When counting and measuring, what are two things to consider when taking a sample?
• Which statement best defines a systemic pesticide?
• Which measure would best reduce spill risk during transport?
• Which statement best describes a non-selective pesticide?
• Pesticides enter the body most often by which route?