Branch 2 Test PEST TYPES | Exam Reviews 2024 Q& A
1. A registered company which changes the address of its principal or branch office must notify the registrar: **** Within 30 days
In the event of death or serious injury relating to pesticide use by licensee, it must be reported to the ***...
1. A registered company which changes the address of its principal or branch office
must notify the registrar: **** Within 30 days
In the event of death or serious injury relating to pesticide use by licensee, it must be
reported to the **** 1. State, EPA, Ag Board immediately.
DIV. OF OCCUP SAFETY & HEALTH, DPR, CAL EPA
1. If the individual qualifying manager leaves the employ of the registered company, the
registered company must: **** Notify the Registrar in writing within 10 days
A person with a Branch 3 Operator License and a Branch 2 Field Rep license, in order
to renew for a 3 year period, needs **** 8 (Rules and Regs), 4 (tech Br II), 4 (tech Br
III), 2 (general), 2 (IPM)
After June 30, 1984, the license of both operators and field representatives will be
renewed every: **** 3 years providing educational requirements are met
1. Fumigation crews should have two respiratory protection devices approved for the
type of gas they are using: T OR F **** TRUE
The active ingredient for Phostoxin is: **** a. Hydrogen Phosphide
1. Bait stations must be marked with a: **** Signal word
Name of the rodenticide used
Name, address, and phone number of the company
1. Records of wages and wage rates and job classifications must be kept for a period of
**** 7 years
What's the temp of the steamer used for Bed bugs? **** 212-220 F.
1. What should a customer do before service for:
Bed Bugs:
Fleas:
Stored product pest: **** a. Bed Bugs: empty drawers, clean bed sheets & mattress
pads, vacuum
b. Fleas: remove clutter, vacuum, steam clean carpets, have pets treated
c. Stored product pest: find & discard source, remove drawer/cabinet contents,
vacuum/clean cabinets, new shelf paper after c & c trtmt.
Spraying a lawn for fleas where do you treat? **** Perimeter, shaded areas, kennel
areas, dog runs
,1. Describe Nesting, how to treat, and harborage for the following: **** a. Carpenter
Bees: chew half inch L-shaped gallery in soft, weathered wood, eggs laid & provisioned
w/pollen ball, sawdust-like frass, treat opening (preferably dust, but liquid can be used)
and seal opening.
Fabric Moth:feed mainly on woolens and other materials of animalorigin (i.e. hair),
clothing, carpets, rugs, drapes; stained materials more vulnerable; inspect&find source-
remove/treat; dry-cleaning effective, store items in air-tight containers after cleaning,
possible chem trtmt to carpets/rugs, freezing/cold storage, moth balls of some use, if
expensive—do not treat with insecticides
How much is the fee for the principal office to change addresses? **** $25.00
What flour beetle flies? **** RED FLOUR B. FLIES
1. What size mesh is used for bulb (granular) **** 15
You have ants in an intensive care unit, how do you treat? **** Identify ant, find source,
least toxic, follow the label, exclusion and baits primarily.
1. When does applicator or field rep license expire? (How many years or days issued.
**** a. Field Rep: June 30th every third year.
b. Applicator: On issue date anniversary every third year, at 12:00 midnight.
What tick is known for spreading or giving Lyme disease? **** (Western) blacklegged
tick in western U.S.—Ixodes sp.
Who is to be notified of a pesticide spill? **** County Agriculture Commissioner or
Local Authorities.
1. If requested, notice of fumigation must be given to the local fire department at least
_______hours prior to the time fume begins. **** 2
1. How to treat stored product pests: **** i. Home: find & discard source, clean,
vacuum cabinets, c & c treatment, Pheromone trapping; large facility
ii. Large Facility: Space fog, fumigation might be needed.
1. How many young do paper wasp queens produce in one year? **** A paper wasp
queen produces several hundred in a year and lives several years, so I believe the
answer is approximately 100.
1. If requested by the County Ag Commissioner, notice of each fumigation will be given
the commissioner's office at least ____hours prior to the time fumigation begins. ****
24
, 1. What is the minimum amount of nymphal stages in a bed bugs life cycle prior to
adulthood? **** 5
1. What is the typical length of time a bed bug needs to complete each blood meal? ****
3-10 minutes
1. Which of the following features characterize a brown recluse spider? **** Violin
shaped markings on top of cephalothorax
1. Where does the larval stage of the Cluster fly develop? **** Earthworms
1. What is the maximum space between the placements of traps when dealing with a
severe mouse infestation? **** 6 feet
1. Which of the following pesticide formulations should be used to avoid visible
residues? **** Emulsifiable concentrations
1. Which of the following recommendations should be made to a homeowner prior to a
flea treatment? **** Sweep and clean all tile and wood floors
1. Where do bumble bees nest? **** Usually in the ground or an already made hole in
wood.
1. Gophers are __________? **** Rodents
1. What type of standard headgear is recommended? **** Chemical resistant wide-rim
hat
1. For rodent exclusion, what is the minimum distance from the bottom of a door that a
kick-plate should cover? **** No less than 1 foot and fit the jambs and door linings.
1. What is the minimum time warning signs must be posted prior to and after a pesticide
application at a school? **** 24 hours before and 72 hours after the application
1. Which bird is the largest predator of rodents? **** Owl
How much is the renewal fee for Field Rep License? **** $30
1. What is the first thing you should do when you detect the presence of a pest that you
think you may need to control? **** Identify the pest to be sure you know exactly what
the problem is.
You applied a pesticide, but it did not control the pest. Name three reasons why your
control effort might have failed. Here are the possibilities; all are correct: ****
misidentifying the pest
pest resistance
The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
Guaranteed quality through customer reviews
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card or Stuvia-credit for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller smartchoices. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for $8.79. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.
