Quiz If You Handle Chemicals: What You Need to Know

Pictogram: a symbol on a white background within a red diamond. There are twelve pictograms under the GHS.    True or False

A signal word on the label is used to indicate the relative level of severity of a hazard and alert the reader to a potential hazard.      True or False

The SDS includes information such as the properties of each chemical; the physical, health, and environmental health hazards; protective measures; and safety precautions for handling, storing, and transporting the chemical.    True or False

Pesticide Toxicity is measured in terms of the “LD50” or “LC50”.    True or False

“LD50” represents the Lethal Dose required to kill 50% of the test animals. “LD50” is measured in terms of milligrams of pesticide per kilogram of body weight. A high LD50 number would indicate a very toxic material.      True or False

 “LC50” – Fumigant Toxicity is measured in terms of the “LC50” which represents the Lethal Concentration of the fumigant in the air that is required to kill 50% of the test animals.        True or False

The signal word DANGER has a lethal dose of a few drops to a teaspoon.       True or False

The signal word CAUTION, Category III is slightly toxic and has a lethal dose of 1 ounce to 1 pint or 1 pound.         True or False

Service containers are containers that are filled with an EPA-registered pesticide by an applicator and usually transported to a use site where the pesticide will be applied by the applicator.        True or False

An applicator can leave a service container with a customer for the customer to apply later if the client is under a service contract.       True or False

Federal regulations require the rinsing of liquid pesticide containers. Violation of these regulations is punishable by criminal and/or civil penalties. When an empty container is recycled or disposed of according to label directions, it must be properly rinsed. Approved pesticide container recyclers can accept only properly rinsed containers.         True or False

There is no need to wear PPE when triple rinsing a chemical container.           True or False

Store pesticides out of reach of children and pets. If possible, keep pesticides in a locked cabinet in a well-ventilated utility area.           True or False

Never store pesticides in cabinets with or near food, animal feed, or medical supplies unless it’s on property you own.          True or False

Never transfer pesticides to soft drink bottles or other containers unless you keep it in your service vehicle.           True or False

When storing pesticides on shelving, place liquid formulations on lower shelves and dry formulations above them.          True or False

Post weatherproof signs, stating “Danger – Pesticides – Keep Out!” or a similar warning on each door and in any windows of the facility. In some cases, it may be advisable to post the warning signs in one or more languages in addition to English. Post the name, address, and phone number of a contact person at the primary entrance to the storage area.         True or False

It is illegal to use a pesticide in a manner inconsistent with its label.         True or False

The precautionary statements contain the following:  
a. Personal protective equipment (PPE)
b. Physical or chemical hazards (not shown)
c. Environmental hazards
d. Bee hazards
True or False

Precautionary statements. This section contains information about potential hazards related to the product’s use, including risks to humans, domestic animals, other nontarget organisms, wildlife, and the environment.          True or False