General Household Pest Control (GHP) Practice Exam

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• Which agency regulates pest control licenses in Florida?
• What describes the appearance of ghost ants?
• Lowering humidity is an example of which type of pest control?
• What may happen when trying to control pharaoh ants by spraying workers with liquid insecticide.
• Which statement about American roaches is true?
• Exposure to bat and bird droppings can cause health issues such as:
• Which statement best describes ghost ants?
• What is the overall key to pesticide safety?
• Which time period is correct for reinstatement of a revoked certificate?
• Heat exhaustion is caused by _____ than the body can take
• What are vehicle placards used for?
• The entity responsible for maintaining training records of ID cardholders is the
• Which statement about diamond placards is true?
• Where can moth flies breed?
• What is true about German roaches?
• IPM for carpenter ants includes which steps?
• Which statement about biological controls can be used with regular pesticides?
• Which insect is known for constructing nests from mud and provisioning prey for its larvae?
• To inhibit microbial contamination of stored product, which options are effective?
• What best describes a solution pesticide?
• Biological controls are intended to replace other control practices.
• Which cockroach is commonly found around homes and is capable of flight?
• Mites are parasitic to larvae of which stored product pest?
• Which beetle could be described as hunchbacked?
• Which roach is a good flyer, both feral and peridomestic (living in and around human habitation)
• In flea control products, the purpose of including IGRs is to:
• How long before a certified operator can apply for an exam in another category that he did not have training in?
• The nymph of the American dog tick is most likely to attach to which host?
• The licensee must maintain written training records for all identification cardholders for at least a ______ year period.
• In pest control operations, the company certified operator's duties include supervising and training whom?
• Loss of certified operator must be reported within which timeframe?
• What do insect repellents not work on?
• Which is true about big headed ants?
• What is a type of biological control for roaches?
• Which stored product pests chew through the seed coat?
• Who is allowed to buy and use restricted use pesticides by federal law?
• In IPM for roof rats, which principle is emphasized?
• Which term describes the movement of pesticides through air to non-target areas?
• Which statement reflects the regulatory re-registration interval for pesticides?
• Which is the prevalent indoor roach
• Where are you most likely to find German roaches
• Australian cockroaches are most prevalent as outdoor cockroaches in which region?
• Which term describes a diluted pesticide?
• The following statements about labeling are true? 1) The pest must be listed on the label. 2) The site must be listed on the label. Which of the following is true?
• Which statement about biological controls is false?
• Green and blue bottle flies typically indicate the presence of what in a building?
• Timed aerosols are effective against which of the following pest groups?
• How can the general public be assured a pesticide is up to scientific standards and safe for the environment?
• Brown dog ticks can be found on which animals?
• The OSHA Hazard Communication Act requires MSDS for which pesticides?
• If you are allergic and stung by a honey bee, what is the best first aid option?
• Which insect is represented by the mud dauber among the options?
• What do fungus gnats feed on?
• Granular outdoor pest treatments should be applied around which area?
• Pesticide containers should be rinsed a minimum _____ of times.
• Which describes pests being reduced to managing numbers by IPM?
• Which is the most common formulation to control roaches?
• When combining pesticides which Personal Protective Equipment should you use
• How is the ability for pesticides to dissolve described
• Big headed ants are commonly found nesting in which locations?
• Which statement about big headed ants is accurate?
• Adult fleas typically emerge from pupae in how many days?
• If you change your telephone number or home address, by when should you notify the department?
• Residual spray can cause colony fragmentation in Pharaoh ants.
• Which disease is among the most serious fleas may carry?
• Which statement about brown dog ticks is true?
• How long can your license be suspended for?
• The tail of the roof rat is longer than its body.
• A diluted pesticide is a
• Which statement about big headed ants is true?
• Within how many days must an applicant apply for certification after receiving notice of passing the state exam?
• Pesticides are mixed with to enhance action.
• In optimum conditions, how long does it take a cat flea to develop from egg to adult?
• Which mite is most commonly found in buildings and associated with rodents?
• When you change your business address, when does your license renewal occur?
• Which symbol is associated with danger in pesticide hazard labeling?
• Brand-name pesticides with the same active ingredients often differ in
• The smoky brown cockroach is best described as which color?
• What term refers to the triangular sign seen on some pest control vehicles?
• What is the main reason for herbicide drift?
• Which agency governs spills and storage for pest control operations?
• Which statement describes IPM?
• Which statement best describes signs of a carpenter ant problem?
• What is the approximate maximum diameter of an opening a rat can squeeze through?
• Which applicator class covers public health pest control?
• Which statement about the flight capabilities of roaches is true?
• The smoky brown cockroach color is described as:
• Which statement about fleas is true?
• Which statement best describes IPM?
• Which outcome might occur when spraying Pharaoh ant workers with liquid insecticide?
• American cockroaches prefer which type of environment?
• To help reduce pesticide resistance, which practice is recommended?
• This wasp uses pulp to make nests under eves and trees
• Which option is a correct description of a solution in pesticide formulations?
• The term used for how long a pesticide remains effective after application is which of the following?
• Which statement is true regarding bats in pest management constraints?
• Among the listed roaches, which two are commonly confused visually?
• Which statement about license changes is true?
• In IPM practice, what role does inspection and monitoring play?
• Probation period for a licensed pest control business could not exceed.
• How can the Asian roach be differentiated from the German roach?
• Which statement about Australian cockroaches is most true?
• Which arrangement regarding sleeves and gloves is correct during application?
• Which pair is often mistaken for each other due to similar appearance?
• The most common area of pesticide exposure is
• Asian roaches differ from German roaches in that
• Wettable powders can be abrasive to spray nozzles.
• Which statement best describes the Florida woods roach's outdoor habitat?
• Cockroaches undergo which type of metamorphosis?
• Which two pests are commonly involved in damage to fabric and feathers?
• Which statement correctly reflects why Africanized honey bees are considered more dangerous than regular bees?
• Pesticide resistance is increased most by
• Blow flies typically emerge from
• Which of the following is listed as a single-dose anticoagulant rodenticide?
• When treating with liquid pesticide below the shoulders, your protective gloves should be
• Which is best chemical control of filth flies
• The most important way to prevent birds from attacking stored products.
• What are the 3 Cs of pesticide spill control?
• What is the best time to check for carpenter ants?
• Which insect is a stored product pest associated with grain and seed damage?
• A pest control employee ____ solicit for services claiming infestation when not existing.
• Under 482 FS, what cannot a certified operator do?
• Regarding dog ticks and disease, which statement is true?
• The airborne movement of pesticides to non-target areas is described as
• Flea management includes which of the following?
• The 3 Cs of pest control are?
• How long before a revoked certificate can be reinstated?
• What term describes how long a pesticide lasts?
• IGRs are often mixed with other pesticides to
• For an operator applying for an additional pest control category exam, the minimum time as an ID cardholder with a company certified in that category is:
• Which statement is true regarding labeling with respect to site listing?
• Which practice would most contribute to resistance development?
• Which statement about labeling is true?
• Pesticides dissolved in a carrier are called
• Adult fleas require
• German roaches are most commonly found in which indoor area?
• Bats cannot be killed because
• Which approach is least effective for ant control?
• Which factor causes spray to leave the target area?
• Which statement is false about how pest elimination can be achieved?
• To avoid pesticide exposure to the eyes while pouring into a tank, you should wear
• What term describes the ability of pesticides to dissolve?
• The principal diet of flea larvae is which of the following?
• Who is required to keep records of pesticide applications?
• Bromadiolone is categorized as what kind of rodenticide?
• Which chemical formulation is most toxic to honeybees?
• In IPM, the goal is to suppress pests rather than eradicate them.
• What is identified as the primary control of house flies?
• What do diamond placards on a vehicle indicate?
• Which feature is a correct description of German cockroaches?
• Which statement accurately reflects the notification requirements within 10 days for a licensee?
• The best way to control problem birds is by?
• Which statement best describes typical pest elimination responsibility?
• For cat fleas in the larval stage, which developmental stage would an insect growth regulator (IGR) prevent them from becoming?
• Humpback flies are typically found in which environment?
• Which statement about biological controls is true?
• Which is common host for brown dog ticks?
• How should you use your protective gloves relating to long sleeved shirt when pointing down while making application.
• Which is false about brand name pesticides with the same active ingredients
• Which statement accurately describes the Asian roach?
• Under 482 FS, which action is prohibited for a certified operator?
• The term 'Australian' in roach identification refers to which species category?
• What condition would cause flea pupae to emerge as adults?
• Ticks can spread which diseases?
• Which disease is historically associated with fleas?
• When cleaning personal protective equipment or clothing that may be contaminated by pesticides, use
• For certificate renewal, what is the correct grace period and late fee?
• Which of the following is false about using biological pest control measures?
• Mites occasionally feed on which larvae?
• Which of the following best matches the concept of IPM?
• Most pesticide labeling requires chemical resistant gloves because which parts are most likely to be exposed?
• How should you store your respirator.
• A negative effect of using only IGRs for flea control is
• Adult cat fleas feed on what substance?
• Which item must be kept at the business location?
• In IPM, which principle focuses on preventing pests from entering spaces in the first place?
• Which statement correctly describes a Norway rat?
• This stored-product pest damages grain by feeding on seeds.
• Which must be kept at business location
• Among dog ticks, which species is associated with human diseases?
• The ____________ roach lives primarily outdoors?
• Flea pupae emergence occurs in how many days?
• Which statements are true about carpenter ant control?
• Which storage arrangement for a respirator is correct?
• How many wing pairs do flies have?
• What are toxic tracking powders used for?
• If you change your business address, when does your license automatically expire?
• How many classroom training hours is long term ID technician cardholder required to take annually
• How long before a cat flea will emerge from cocoon in an occupied home?
• Which statement about German roaches reproduction is true?
• Which changes cause your business license to expire?
• Fleas are known to carry which of these diseases?
• Grain mites feed on which of the following?
• Which is a solution?
• When dealing with carpenter ants, which factor should you investigate to find the nest?
• Which statement about fleas is true
• Which two roaches are almost impossible to visually tell apart?
• Which substance is most readily absorbed through skin when pesticides are involved?
• What are pheromone traps used for?
• Brown dog ticks commonly infest which animal?
• Pharaoh ants are particularly difficult to control because
• American dog seed ticks are usually found on which host?
• What does the state give credit for in out-of-state continuing education unit (CEU) acceptance?
• What is required to be displayed on all vehicles and trailers used for pest control?
• A second way to describe humpback flies' typical habitat is...
• Which washing cycle is recommended for cleaning PPE contaminated with pesticides?
• What must you show from the department to obtain an occupational pest control license?
• Fleas have which type of mouthparts?
• Insect mites are parasitic on which larvae?
• Chemtrec provides information for which topics?
• Which applicator class would a person who engages in public health or nuisance arthropod control fall into?
• Which of the following is an example of a single-dose anticoagulant rodenticide?
• American dog seed ticks are most commonly found on which host?
• Which statement about brown dog ticks is true besides the first one?
• Which Florida agency and statute governs pest control company's business licenses and pesticide application?
• What is the triangular sign found on certain pest control vehicles commonly called?
• Blow flies are commonly associated with which type of substrate?
• An accidental poisoning or death must be reported within how many hours?
• Which roach is the most prevalent outdoor roach in south Florida?
• Which statement about American dog ticks is true?
• What is the maximum probation period for a licensed pest control business?
• Which roach is commonly cited as being more outdoor-adapted in south Florida?
• Why are flea control products mixed with IGRs?
• Which wasp forms a single cell to deposit one egg?
• Ants are closely related to termites
• Grain mites are commonly associated with which substance?
• Which two pests feed on upholstery and feathers?
• Bat and bird droppings can cause health issues such as:
• When using granules to treat for outdoor pests, which area should be treated?
• What does pesticide cross resistance refer to?
• Which diseases do roaches not carry?
• In Florida pest identification resources, which species is outdoor-dominant in the south region?
• What characteristic makes Africanized honey bees more dangerous than regular bees?
• A pesticide dissolved in a carrier is known as
• Which statement is true about wettable powders?
• Lowering humidity for stored product pest control is an example of
• Timed aerosols are effective controls for which pests?
• What is the purpose of bio-controls in pest management?
• Which statement best describes the use of biological pest control measures?
• Which roach is described as having wings so short they don’t appear to exist and is often found outdoors in sheltered locations like stacked lumber, leaf litter, and firewood?
• Cockroaches undergo which type of metamorphosis?
• Which statement about fleas is true?
• Which item must be kept at business location?
• Which option is the most commonly used for roach control?
• Which of the following is an IPM strategy?
• Which pest control company employees do not need ID cards?
• Which term describes a mixture that does not settle out?
• The most common product used for roach control is?
• Mites are parasitic to larvae of which stored product pest?
• The least effective way to treat for ants is?
• Which mixture does not settle out or separate?
• Which changes must be reported within 10 days?
• Which statement accurately describes the relationship between cross-resistance and pesticide classes?
• Green and blue bottle flies indicate
• Which pair are visually similar among common roaches?
• Which option is an example of a biological control for roaches?
• Which two roach species are difficult to distinguish by appearance?
• Which roach species are described as primarily outdoor in Florida?
• One step in incorporating IPM methods in dealing with a roof rat problem might not be
• Which of the following is a biological control method for roaches?
• Which statement is true about using IGRs against flea larvae?
• In south Florida, which outdoor roach is most common?
• Which practice is identified as the primary control for house flies?
• Which causes sterility in roaches in the nymphal stage?
• German cockroaches have which thorax markings?
• What is a primary duty of the company certified operator?
• When treating a house near a person on the chemical sensitive registry list, which statement is not true?
• Mites occasionally feed on the larvae of which moth?
• Which is a principle of integrated pest management (IPM)?