Pesticide Certification Ch. 4

What is the purpose of the label on a pesticide container?

• To comply with legal requirements

• To provide information about the manufacturer

• To list the ingredients of the pesticide

• To provide instructions for using the pesticide

What does EPA approval of pesticide labeling ensure?

• The pesticide is effective in controlling pests

• The pesticide is exempt from registration

• The pesticide is safe for humans, wildlife, and the environment

What questions must be answered before a pesticide label is approved?

• How does the pesticide smell? What color is it? What is its texture?

• How poisonous is the pesticide? What happens to it after application? What are the adverse effects on the environment?

• How effective is the pesticide? How long does it last? What are the potential risks to humans?

• How much does the pesticide cost? Where can it be purchased? How is it stored?

What is the difference between general-use and restricted-use pesticides?

• General-use pesticides can be used by anyone, while restricted-use pesticides require certification or supervision

• General-use pesticides are more effective than restricted-use pesticides

• General-use pesticides are less toxic than restricted-use pesticides

• General-use pesticides are exempt from EPA approval

What are minimum-risk pesticides?

• Pesticides that are not effective in controlling pests

• Pesticides that are only used in emergencies

• Pesticides that are highly toxic and require special handling

• Pesticides that pose minimum risk to humans and the environment and are exempt from EPA registration

What is the purpose of special local need registrations?

• To allow states to expand or limit the uses of certain registered pesticides within their jurisdictions

• To require additional testing of pesticides

• To exempt certain pesticides from EPA registration

• To provide additional information on pesticide labels

What are emergency exemptions for pesticides?

• Exemptions that allow the use of pesticides without following label instructions

• Exemptions that allow the use of highly toxic pesticides in emergencies

• Temporary exemptions granted by the EPA for the sale and use of a certain pesticide product for a specific non-registered purpose

• Exemptions that allow the sale of unregistered pesticides

What is the purpose of the pesticide label?

• To provide directions on how to safely and effectively use the pesticide

• To list the ingredients of the pesticide

• To promote the brand name of the pesticide

• To comply with legal requirements

How do you determine the percentage of active ingredient(s) in the formulation?

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  It is listed on the label 

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  It is easily calculated by simple math operations

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  It is found by dividing the active ingredient by the inert ingredients and multiplying the result by 10.

• It is found by subtracting the percentage of inert ingredients from the total ingredients then dividing by 10. 

Active ingredients are 

• In pure form, are not suitable for application

• In concentrated form some are extremely toxic

• Many do not mix well with water

• All of the above