Chapter 2 - State Law & Regulations

Question 1

Which of the following state agencies is not involved in pesticide regulation?

a. Texas Department of Agriculture
b. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
c. Texas Commission on Environmental Quality

Answer 1

b. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service

Question 2

Under the Texas Pesticide Law, pesticides used in this state must be registered with the Texas Department of Agriculture, even if they are already registered with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
true or false?

Answer 2

true

Question 3

_____ ____________ is your responsibility to inform the nearby residents or adjacent landowners before you apply pesticides.

Answer 3

Prior notification

Question 4

In addition to state government, even county commissioners courts may set rules on the use of certain pesticides.
true or false?

Answer 4

true

Question 5

Even with a commercial applicator license, you must still obtain a spray permit before using regulated herbicides. true or false?

Answer 5

true

Question 6

Specialty fertilizer in containers with capacities of 50 pounds or less that are labeled for ornamental and turf use are exempt from classification as state-limited-use pesticides or regulated herbicides.
true or false?

Answer 6

true

Question 7

The Texas Structural Pest Control Act requires you to give public notice at least __ hours before commencing indoor pesticide treatments?

Answer 7

48 hours

Question 8

Which agency enforces the Texas Solid Waste Disposal Act?

a. Texas Department of Agriculture
b. Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
c. Texas Commission on Aging
d. Texas Hazardous Waste Commission

Answer 8

b. Texas Commission on Environmental Quality

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