Table 2.
Item | Trained (%) | Non-Trained (%) |
---|---|---|
Which type of pesticide application procedure involves the uniform application of a pesticide to an entire area or field? | ||
Directed-spray application | 2.8 | 30.4 |
Broadcast application [C] | 72.2 | 13.1 |
Band application | 25.0 | 56.5 |
Chi-square = 31.269, p = 0.000 | ||
Which technique would help to minimize off target drift during spraying? | ||
Use the largest droplets for coverage [C] | 61.1 | 17.4 |
Increase the height of the nozzles | 11.1 | 4.3 |
Increase pressure and travel speed | 27.8 | 78.3 |
Chi-square = 20.988, p = 0.000 | ||
Which statement about disposing of pesticide containers is true? | ||
Pour the rinsates down the drain | 2.8 | 21.7 |
Disposed of in accordance with the label [C] | 94.4 | 76.1 |
Reuse the containers | 2.8 | 2.2 |
Chi-square = 6.251, p = 0.043 | ||
Which property of a pesticide would make it more likely to move with water in surface runoff? | ||
High solubility [C] | 44.4 | 26.1 |
High adsorption | 25.0 | 34.8 |
High volatility | 30.6 | 39.1 |
Chi-square = 3.047, p = 0.2179 | ||
Which parts of the body are most likely to be exposed to pesticides during spraying? | ||
The hands and forearms [C] | 72.2 | 34.8 |
The eyes and lungs | 11.1 | 39.1 |
The feet and legs | 16.7 | 26.1 |
Chi-square = 12.253, p = 0.002 |
[C]: correct answer.