Pesticide Applicator Ch. 1

What are the two classifications of pesticides according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency?

• Restricted-use and general-use

• Private and commercial

• Certified and licensed

• Public and private

In North Carolina, what is required to obtain a pesticide license?

• Attending a pesticide school and passing an open-book exam

• Passing a closed-book exam and paying the required fees

• Completing a training program and passing a practical exam

• Obtaining a certification in a specific category

Who is required to have a license under the North Carolina Pesticide Law?

• Farmers, nursery operators, and sod producers

• Individuals compensated to apply pesticides to someone else's property

• All of the above

• Public operators and golf course operators

What is the consequence of applying pesticides without a license?

• Fines and severe penalties

• No consequences

• Revocation of certification

• Suspension of license

What is the purpose of attending a pesticide school?

• To prepare for the certification exams

• To obtain a license

• To become a pest control consultant

• To earn continuing education credits

How often must private applicators recertify?

• Every five years

• Every three years

• Every year

• Every two years

What are the requirements for recertification as a private applicator?

• Pass the Core Exam and an exam for a category

• Pass the Private Pesticide Applicator Exam or earn continuing education credits

• Pay for and pass the Core Exam and specialized category area exam(s) again

• Earn 4 hours of continuing education credits within 3 years

What is the minimum age requirement to become a private applicator?

• 21 years old

• No age requirement

• 18 years old

• 16 years old

What is the purpose of a license in structural pest control?

• To become a registered technician

• To sell restricted-use pesticides

• To obtain certification in specific phases

• To give permission to apply or supervise the application of pesticides

What is the purpose of the Structural Pest Control and Pesticide Division?

• To enforce the North Carolina Pesticide Law

• To provide training and testing for pesticide certification

• To conduct pesticide schools for prospective applicators

• To regulate the structural pest control industry and improve the quality of services