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Why should you remove the PEDICEL on a paper wasp nest? - ANSWER Queen will come back to it to rebuild
What do AMBOROSIA BEETLES feed on? - ANSWER Ambrosial Fungus
At what % of moisture does active decay of wood begin? - ANSWER 25%
What species of moth is the most important of all stored product pests? - ANSWER Indianmeal Moth
Where are sand flies found? - ANSWER Coastal Areas
What is the most common fly species in SC and the US? - ANSWER House Fly
What BITING ARTHROPOD species gives off an "obnoxiously sweet" odor? - ANSWER Bed Bugs
What flea species is the most important domestic animal and urban wildlife? - ANSWER The cat flea
How are lice transmitted? - ANSWER Host to host through personal contact
What is the key to chigger control? - ANSWER Personal Protection
What is the most common clothes moth pest found in United States? - ANSWER Webbing Clothes Moth
What is a sign of silverfish and firebrat infestation? - ANSWER Irregularly chewed patches
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Which seasonal invader is known as a "Reflex Bleeder"? - ANSWER Multicolored Asian Lady Beetles
True or False: All crickets have chewing mouth parts! - ANSWER True
What group does the scorpion belong to? - ANSWER Arachnid Family
What is budding? - ANSWER Separate into more colonies
Stages of metamorphosis - ANSWER Egg, Larva, Pupa, Adult
What is the best control of Red Fire Ants? - ANSWER 1) Broadcast a bait
- Treat Individual mounds with an approved mound drench, granule, aerosol, or dust (*no sooner than 7 days after baiting)
Where do odorous house ants get their name? - ANSWER Odor they give of when smashed
What are some source reduction methods to use to control mosquitos? - ANSWER 1) Tightly covering stored water
Empty bird baths
Clean rain gutters
Exam flat roofs
Drain or fill stagnant pools/swaps
Remove debris
Eliminate standing water
Examine trees for decay that hold water
Which cockroach species is the most economically important? - ANSWER German Cockroach
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- Avoid mixing or loading pesticides in areas where a spill, leak, or overflow could allow pesticides to get into water system.
What should you do with an empty pesticide container? - ANSWER 1) If containers are rinsible, rinse them as soon as empty.
Return all empty pesticide containers to the pesticide storage area.
Crush, break, or puncture empty containers that cannot be refilled, reconditioned, recycled. or returned to the manufacturer.
Dispose of containers in accordance with labelling directions and with any laws or regulations that apply.
A wood infestation report (WIR) is ... - ANSWER A report of visible infestation and damage caused by insects and decay in accessible areas of the structure at the time of the inspection.
What beetles infest seasoned softwoods, especially one? - ANSWER Old House "BORER" Beetles
What is chemical control? - ANSWER Pesticides-controls pest population by killing, disabling, and repelling insects
Wasp, hornets and bees are categorized into two groups. What are they? - ANSWER 1) Social
- Solitary
How do you start control of stable flies? - ANSWER Exclusion
Which cricket species does NOT chirp? - ANSWER Camel Cricket
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When do millipedes typically come inside homes and structures? - ANSWER After heavy rains and in the fall
What type of insect is typically found on moldy papers and books? - ANSWER Booklice
What does a pillbug do that a sowbug does not? - ANSWER Roll up into a ball when disturbed
What type of environment do amphipods prefer? - ANSWER Moist Areas
What do female mud robbers us for food for their larvae? - ANSWER Spiders
What shape is the mason wasp nest? - ANSWER Shaped like a ceramic pot
What does the term Threshold mean? - ANSWER Level of pest population at which you must take pest control action to prevent unacceptable damage or injury.
What are considered the "true" power post beetle? - ANSWER Lyctid Beetles
What are the microscopic threads of fungi that attack wood called? - ANSWER Hyphae
What is the most destructive type of wood-decaying fungi? - ANSWER Poria
What is the first fly to feed on a dead carcass? - ANSWER Blow (bottle) flie
What is integrated pest management (IPM)? - ANSWER 1) Combination of biological, environmental and chemical control.
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- Non-chemical control whenever possible.
What type of wood do anobiid beetles infest? - ANSWER Hardwoods and softwoods
Why are adjuvants sometimes added to pesticide formulations? - ANSWER Added to a pesticide formulation or tank mix to increase its effectiveness or safety
Foaming agents and thickeners help to do what? - ANSWER They are used to reduce drift
What is resource management/environment manipulation? - ANSWER 1) One of the most effective methods
- Management of food, water and shelter availability and habitat modification
With termites, what is the key to creating a proper barrier? - ANSWER Use the correct label rate and volume. Best time is a pre-treat.
Where can you find out how much pesticide to apply? - ANSWER The "Direction for Use" section of the pesticide labeling.
Consultants
Industry Organizations
Pest or Pesticide specialists
Cooperative extension agents
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6)university specialists
- Pesticide Dealers
What geologic factors affect the movement of pesticides into ground water? - ANSWER 1) Distance to ground water
Permeability of geologic layers
Presence or absence of sinkholes
Front protection can be made out of what? - ANSWER 1) Butyl
Nitrile
Foil-Laminate
How should you contain a spill? - ANSWER 1) Confine the spill
Protect water sources
Absorb liquids
Cover dry materials
Who can you call when you need help managing a spill? - ANSWER 1) Chemtrec
2)Emergency # on pesticide labeling
- Police department or highway patrol
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Presence or absence of water on surface of the site where the pesticides are released
Chemical characteristics of the pesticide
Type of soil in the site where the pesticides are released.
Location of ground water-Its distance from the surface and the geological formations above it
How can you help to prevent pesticides from reaching ground water? - ANSWER 1) Avoid using more pesticides than the label directs
Avoid application methods that present special risks
Keep pesticides from back-siphoning into your water source.
Locate pesticide storage facilities at least 100 ft from wells, springs, sinkholes and other sites that directly link to ground water
Mix-load and equipment cleaning sites 100ft from surface water or direct link to ground water
Dispose of unused pesticides, containers, and equipment and container rinse water correctly
Name at least four factors that you should consider when you must choose around different formulations. - ANSWER 1) Will it cause unwanted harm to plants, animals, or surface.
Application equipment available and best suited for the job
Hazard of drift and runoff
Risk to applicator, workers and other people and animals likely to be exposed
Habits or growth patterns of the pest
Surface to which the pesticides is to be applied
Cost considerations
What phylum do all insect-related animals belong to? - ANSWER Arthropoda
What is the social system of bees and wasps made up of? - ANSWER Workers and Queens
What is the series of events from egg to adult called? - ANSWER Life cycle
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What is another name for a phorid fly? - ANSWER Humpbacked fly
Define "Acute Effects" - ANSWER Illnesses or injuries that may appear immediately after exposer to a pesticide (usually within 24hrs)
Define "Delayed Effects" - ANSWER Illnesses or injuries that do not appear immediately (within 24hrs) after exposure to a pesticide or combination of pesticides
Define "Systemic Effects" - ANSWER Illness or injury to a system in the body that does not appear immediately after exposure to a pesticide or combination of pesticides
Define "Chronic Effects" - ANSWER Illnesses or injuries that appear a long time, usually several years, after exposure to a pesticide
What factors influence whether a pesticide will move offsite in the air? - ANSWER 1) Droplet or particle size
Height and direction of release
Whether the pesticide tends to form vapor
What should you tell the people who will be laundering your clothing about how to protect themselves from pesticides? - ANSWER 1) Wear chemical resistant gloves and apron, especially if handling contaminated items regularly or handling items contaminated with highly toxic pesticides.
- Work in a well-ventilated area and do not inhale steam from the washer-dryer.
When should you use a "Air-Supplying Respirator"? - ANSWER 1) When the pesticide labeling tells you to.
- When the oxygen supply is low
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Define "Labeling" - ANSWER It includes the label itself, plus all other information you receive from the manufacturer about the product when you buy it.
Where would you look to find out whether a pesticide is classified s restricted use? - ANSWER It will appear in a box on the front panel of the pesticide label
What are the "signal" words you may see on a pesticide product? - ANSWER 1) Caution
Warning
Danger
Define "Caution" - ANSWER It indicates that the pesticide product is slightly toxic or relatively nontoxic.
Define "Warning" - ANSWER It indicates that the pesticide product is moderately toxic
Define "Danger" - ANSWER It indicates that the pesticide product is highly toxic
Define "Poison" *skull and crossbones - ANSWER It indicates that the pesticide product is highly toxic as a poison, rather than as a skin or eye irritant.
Does the label contain all the instructions and directions for use that you need to use the product safely and legally? - ANSWER In some cases more instructions and directions may be in other labeling that accompanies the product at the time of purchase.
Pesticide users are required by law to comply with all these types of instructions and directions not just with the label itself.
Define "Entry Statement" - ANSWER It tells you how much time must pass before people can enter a treated area except under special circumstances these entry intervals are set both by EPA and some states.
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What is the front-panel precautionary statement? - ANSWER Signal words and symbols that indicate how acutely toxic the product is to humans "Danger, warning, caution"
Note: "Keep our of reach of children" must appear on every label.
What is restricted-use designation? - ANSWER when a pesticide is classified as restricted, the label will state "restricted use pesticide" in a box at the top of the front panel.
What is pesticide formulation? - ANSWER It is the mixture of active and inert (inactive) ingredients that forms a pesticide product
What is the difference between active ingredients and inert ingredients? - ANSWER Active ingredients are the chemical in a pesticide product that controls pests..Inhert ingredients are the chemicals in a prestige product that are added to make the product safer, more effective, easier to measure, mix and apply, and more convenient to handle
Which would be a better choice if drift were a major concern?
A) Wettable powder Formulation
B) Granular Formulation - ANSWER B) Granular Formulation
Which would be a better choice if you need pesticide to stay on a surface that is not level, such as foliage?
A) Wettable powder Formulation
B) Granular Formulation - ANSWER A) Wettable powder Formulation
Which would be best if you were diluting with very hard water or alkaline water?
A) Wettable powder
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Get compatibility chart
Test a small amount of the mixture before mixing large quantities of the pesticides together
What are closed mixing and loading systems? - ANSWER Systems designed to prevent pesticides from coming in contact with handlers or other persons during mixing and loading
What are enclosed application systems? - ANSWER An enclosed, such as a cab or cockpit, that surrounds the occupants and prevents them from coming in contact with pesticides outside of the enclosure
When should you consider installing a pesticide containment system? - ANSWER If you often mix and load pesticides in one place, or if you often clean equipment at one location
What is a collection tray? - ANSWER It can be used at mixing , loading, and equipment cleaning sites where only small amounts of pesticides are handled at a time and portable equipment is used.
Made of sturdy chem-resistant rubber or plastic such as a boot or shoe mat. Must have rim and spout.
What are collections pads? - ANSWER Mixing, loading and equipment cleaning sites where large quantities of pesticides are handled and large equipment is cleaned.
How do you triple rinse containers? - ANSWER 1) Empty the container. Let drain for 30 seconds.
Fill 1/5 to 1/4 full of water.
replace closure, rotate for 30 sec.
Drain for 30 seconds.
Repeat 2. more times.
What should you wear to keep splashes and wafting dust off of your face? - ANSWER Face Shield
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Use a dust/mist filtering respirator when... - ANSWER You are working with dusts for a long period of time
How do you calculate the application rate? - ANSWER Amount pesticide dispersed, divided by the distance covered
Why is it so important to apply the correct amount of pesticides to the target site? - ANSWER If you apply too little pesticide, you may not fully control the pest. Overdosing may cause damage or injuries leave illegal residues and cause you to be fined or to be liable for damage.
RTU= Ready-to-Use. What does it mean? - ANSWER A diluted formulation that is sold at application strength
When a pesticide container is damaged, what actions can you take? - ANSWER 1) Use immediately at labeled strength.
Transfer to original container of the same pesticide with label intact
Transfer to sturdy containers, tightly close and fasten label to the outside
Place entire damaged container and its contents into larger container
If you have excess pesticide materials that are still usable, what can you do with it? - ANSWER 1) Apply to site listed on the labelling
Find someone who can legally use it.
Return to dealer, formulator or manufacture
A good way to remember the steps for a spill emergency is the "3 C's". What are they? - ANSWER Control, Contain, Cleanup
Explain recyclable and recondition able containers - ANSWER You may be able to take rinsed metal or plastic containers to a facility that can recycle them.
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Define Exposure - ANSWER It is the total amount of pesticide that gets on or in the body
Define Toxicity - ANSWER It is a measure of the ability of a pesticide to cause harmful effects
Define Hazard - ANSWER It is the risk of harmful effects from pesticides
Define Soil Permeability - ANSWER It is a general measure of how fast water can move downward in a particular soil
Define Soil Texture - ANSWER It is an indication of the relative proportions of sand and clay in the soil.
What is a habitat? - ANSWER It is the area of land, water and air space that an endangered species needs for survival.
*Such as: Breeding sites, food sources, cover and shelter; and enough surrounding territory to give room for normal population growth and behavior.
What type of soils permit rapid movement into ground water? - ANSWER Course sandy soil generally allow water to carry pesticides rapidly downward.
What type of soil slow down the movement of pesticides into ground water? - ANSWER Soil that are fine-texture and contain organic matter slow the downward movement of water containing pesticides.
Explain how the solubility, absorption, and persistence of a pesticide affect its ability to move into ground water - ANSWER Solubility- Some pesticides. dissolve easily in water and are more likely to move into water systems
Absorption- Some pesticides become tightly attached (strong absorption) to soil particles and are not likely to move out of soul to ground water.
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Persistence- Some pesticides do not break down quickly and retain in the environment for a long time, so are more likely to move into ground water
What pesticides handling activities pose a threat to ground water or endangered species? - ANSWER All handling activities may pose a threat, including mixing, loading, applying, equipment cleaning, storage, transportation, disposal, and spill clean up
List three routes by which pesticides can move offsite - ANSWER 1) In the air (wind)
In the water (runoff)
On or in objects, plants, or animals (including humans) that move or are moving offsite.
Define Non-Point-Source Contamination - ANSWER Pollution that comes from a wide area.
Example: The movement of pesticides into streams after broadcast application.
Define Point-Source pollution - ANSWER It comes from a specific, identifiable place (point)
Example: A pesticide spill that moves into a storm sewer.
What is the environment? - ANSWER It is everything that surrounds us- indoors and outdoors-includes natural elements, man made objects, people, and other living organisms
Compatibility Agents aid in what? - ANSWER They aid in combining pesticides effectively
Spreaders help to do what? - ANSWER Help to coat the treated surface with an even layer of pesticide
Which ant species has a heart-shaped abdomen? - ANSWER Acrobat ants
