Core Module Quiz 3

1. FIFRA allows the Environmental Protection Agency to _____.*

2. Which of the following is true of pesticide registration?*

a. The Environmental Protection Agency approves any pesticide if the manufacturer provides an adequate label.
b. The Environmental Protection Agency only registers pesticides for use if data shows that they won’t cause unreasonable risk to humans or the environment.
c. To be used in Maine, ALL pesticide products must be registered with the Maine Board of Pesticides Control.
d. b. and c.

3. A license is required to apply pesticides _____.*

4. Which of the following is TRUE?*

a. Pesticides can be applied as often as needed.
b. Pesticides can be applied to a crop twice a year, maximum.
c. Pesticides cannot be applied at a frequency that would result in pesticide residues exceeding tolerances set by the EPA.
d. None of the above.

5. The Food Quality Protection Act allows the EPA and FDA to consider ____ when establishing pesticide residue tolerances.*

6. Someone with a private applicator’s license can legally apply pesticides on _____.*

7. What exam(s) does an Agricultural Basic Applicator have to pass?*

8. Municipal ordinances have placed additional restrictions on _____ in some Maine towns.*

9. Special restrictions apply if you are treating with _____ft of the high-water mark.*

10. Which of the following application sites may require posting or notification?*

Phone

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