Oregon Pesticide Practice Test

Under federal law, which statement about trained and certified applicators is true?

1. They may apply and/or supervise the application of restricted use pesticides

2. They are not required to follow pesticide labels

3. They can apply any pesticide without any restrictions

4. They only need to complete a one-time training session

The correct answer is: They may apply and/or supervise the application of restricted use pesticides

Trained and certified applicators are specifically authorized to apply or supervise the application of restricted use pesticides under federal law. This designation ensures that these individuals possess the necessary knowledge and skills to handle potentially hazardous substances safely and effectively. The training and certification process is designed to promote safe pesticide use practices, helping to protect the applicator, the public, and the environment. The other choices do not reflect the requirements set forth by federal law. For instance, the statement about not needing to follow pesticide labels is incorrect, as adherence to the label instructions is mandatory regardless of certification status. Additionally, claiming that certified applicators can apply any pesticide without restrictions misrepresents the specific regulatory guidelines, which include various categories and uses for pesticides that require careful compliance. Lastly, the notion that only a one-time training session is required overlooks the ongoing education and renewal processes meant to ensure that applicators remain informed about best practices and any updates in regulations or pesticide technology.