Oregon Pesticide Practice Test

If a label states "Extremely hazardous by skin contact-rapidly absorbed through the skin," which signal word would likely be used?

1. Caution

2. Warning

3. Danger

4. Attention

The correct answer is: Danger

The label stating "Extremely hazardous by skin contact-rapidly absorbed through the skin" indicates a high level of risk associated with the chemical's exposure through the skin. In pesticide labeling, the signal words are a standardized way to communicate the degree of hazard. The signal word "Danger" is typically used for substances that are highly toxic and pose significant risks to health, including rapid absorption through the skin. This term effectively conveys the urgency of the risk, alerting users to take extreme precautions when handling the product. On the other hand, "Caution" is generally reserved for products that pose a lower risk and "Warning" is used for those with a moderate risk. "Attention" is not a standard signal word used in pesticide labeling. Thus, "Danger" is the appropriate term that reflects the serious nature of the hazard specified on the label.