Question Set 27 for the CEU Series

To earn one core continuing education unit for the Florida pesticide applicator license or an FNGLA professional designation, review "Harboring Habitats" on this Web site or in the March 2008 issue of Ornamental Outlook. Then answer the following questions and submit this form to the author for grading.

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1. Define endangered species.


2. How does the Endangered Species Act protect an endangered species?


3. In Florida, what percentage of mammals is in danger of extinction?
a. 29%
b. 56%
c. 17%
d. 34%


4. Why is it important to be aware of your application actions when applying a pesticide to a targeted site?


5. Where on the label will you find if a pesticide has the potential for harming an endangered species?


6. List four steps the applicator can take to prevent a pesticide application from impacting an endangered species.


7. If there is a question on wind speed, always
a. apply at 15 mph
b. apply at 10 mph
c. Refer to the label
d. apply at 20 mph


8. What types of information will you find in the Environmental Hazards section of the label?


9. How is the fate of a pesticide’s toxicity to wildlife determined?


10. How can you prevent drift from occurring when applying a pesticide to a target site?




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