Illinois Pesticide General Standards Test Study Guide Latest Update 2024 with 250 Questions and Verified Correct Answers Guaranteed Success A biennial weed is?
- Grows and sets seed every other year, staying dormant underground on alternate
- Flowers and set seeds twice per year
- Grows vegetatively for two years and flowers and set seed on the third year
- Grows vegetatively for one year and flowers and set seeds during the second year -
years
CORRECT ANSWER: Grows vegetatively for one year and flowers and set seeds
during the second year
A chemical that modifies a pesticides physical properties and/or enhance its
performance? - CORRECT ANSWER: An Adjuvant
A highly soluble pesticide is...? - CORRECT ANSWER: Poorly absorbed and more
likely to leach
An individual who applies pesticides for any purpose on property other than that owned, rented of leased by themselves or their employers is a...? - CORRECT
ANSWER: Commercial For Hire Pesticide Applicator
Applicators of "restricted" use pesticides must keep records for two years of what? -
CORRECT ANSWER: Product used, amount applied, size of area treated, crop,
commodity, and location, and name of applicator
Best way to get rid of excess chemical? - CORRECT ANSWER: Dilute excess and
reapply to area
Broadleaf weeds differ from grasses how? - CORRECT ANSWER: They have netted
veins that are usually less elongated than that of grass leaves
Can you mix 2 pesticides? - CORRECT ANSWER: Yes. Make sure they retain
properties
Can you mix two pesticides together if the label doesn't specify they can be mixed? -
CORRECT ANSWER: Yes, your responsibility is to make sure they retain their
properties
Caution - CORRECT ANSWER: Low/slight Toxicity
Danger/Poison - CORRECT ANSWER: High Toxicity
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Depends on droplet size, wind speed, and wind direction - CORRECT ANSWER:
Particle drift
Depends on warm weather, wind, and low humidity - CORRECT ANSWER: Vapor drift
Emergency notifications should be made to who in the event of a large pesticide spill? -
CORRECT ANSWER: Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)
For treatment to be effective against perennial weeds? - CORRECT ANSWER: Must
use a translocated herbicide to control vegetative reproductive structure
GPM= - CORRECT ANSWER: (GPA x MPH x W(ins)) /5940
Hazard - CORRECT ANSWER: the chance of harm to a person
Hazard= - CORRECT ANSWER: Toxicity + Exposure
How can weeds harm plants and animals in various ways? - CORRECT ANSWER:
Weeds reduce plant growth and crop yields by competing with more desirable plants for moisture, nutrients, light, and growing space
How can you tell two pesticides are not compatible? - CORRECT ANSWER: The
mixture may curdle, gel or become sludge like
How do you delay resistance? - CORRECT ANSWER: Use pesticides when necessary
and other controls when possible
How do you determine if the pesticide you are using is prone to volatilization? -
CORRECT ANSWER: Check the label, it often indicates
How do you measure flow rate at all nozzles in a boom sprayer? - CORRECT ANSWER: By using a flow meter or by collecting the Spray in a measuring container for
- minute
How do you prevent back-siphoning of pesticide back into the water supply? -
CORRECT ANSWER: Keeping an air gap or using anti-siphoning devices on garden
hoses
How do you proper clean your nozzles? - CORRECT ANSWER: Move to an area
where it is safe and use a nozzle brush to clean nozzles
How long is certification valid in Illinois, before an applicator/operator must retest? -
CORRECT ANSWER: Each exam is valid for a period of up to 3 years as long as
annual renewal forms are submitted
How many legs do mites have? - CORRECT ANSWER: 4 pairs, eight legs 2 / 3
How many years must records of restricted pesticide applications be maintained? -
CORRECT ANSWER: 2 years
How much of a 8EC pesticide is needed to provide 1 pound of A.I.? - CORRECT
ANSWER: 0.125 gallons or 1 pint
How much of a 20G pesticide is needed to provide 1 pound of A.I.? - CORRECT
ANSWER: 5 pounds
How often should you read the pesticide label? - CORRECT ANSWER: Every time
purchased
How often should you read the pesticide label? - CORRECT ANSWER: Every time you
purchase the product- can be used up to the phase out date
How should you clean clothes with concentrated chemicals on them? - CORRECT
ANSWER: DON'T, you throw them away
How should you clean Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)? - CORRECT ANSWER:
Clean immediately after use with soap and warm or hot water followed by at least cold wash rinses. Do not wash contaminated clothes with family laundry.
How should you clean spills and leaks? - CORRECT ANSWER: Absorptive clay,
activated charcoal, vermiculite, pet litter, saw dust, or pesticide-absorbent material
How should you mix when in a closed area? - CORRECT ANSWER: Create as much
ventilation as possible around mixing pad or loading area by opening doors and windows or by mixing and loading outdoors
How should you store herbicide? - CORRECT ANSWER: Store downwind and downhill
from houses, play areas and ponds Store away from human and livestock areas to avoid contamination in case of fire Signs posted with a locked door
How should you transport herbicide? - CORRECT ANSWER: Checks to make sure all
containers are not leaking. Do not transport with: Food animal feed or animal supplies.Tie down and secure containers
How should you transport pesticides? - CORRECT ANSWER: In an open vehicle so
that fumes and spills will not contact driver or passengers
How would you determine if the pesticide you are using is prone to volatilization? -
CORRECT ANSWER: Check the label, often indicates
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