Safe Use of Pesticides Quiz 1: Terminology

Question 1 of 12

Insert the missing word from the following sentence. Choose from one of the following:

terms & conditions rules best practice legislation

The Code of Practice for Using Plant Protection Products refers to the Fill in the blank 1 of 1 that relates to the Safe Use of Pesticides

Question 2 of 12

There are three Codes of Practice that apply to the UK – Northern Ireland, Scotland and England & Wales. True or False?

True

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False

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Question 3 of 12

Which sectors are covered by the Code of Practice? Tick all that apply:

Forestry

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Amenity

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Horticulture

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Agriculture

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Question 4 of 12

Where might you find a list of the specific laws that apply to the safe use of pesticides?

The Code of Practice

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The product label

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A first aid course

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Question 5 of 12

The definition of a pest includes which of the following? Tick all that apply:

An unwanted plant

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A creature that is harmful to plants or trees

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An organism that is harmful to plants or trees

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A creature or organism that is harmful to plant products

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Question 6 of 12

Pesticides are also known as what? Type the missing words in the text below:

Pesticides are also known as Fill in the blank 1 of 1

Question 7 of 12

Pesticides are used to control pests, weeds and diseases. True or false?

True

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False

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Question 8 of 12

Which of the following is the correct definition of an ‘active ingredient’?

A chemical, plant extract, pheromone or micro-organism that has action against plant pests, weeds or diseases

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A chemical, plant extract or micro-organism that has action against plant pests, weeds or diseases

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A chemical, plant extract, pheromone or micro-organism that has action against plant pests and weeds

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Question 9 of 12

The active ingredients found in pesticides have three main uses. What are they? Tick three:

To protect plants or plant products against harmful organisms or prevent the action of those organisms

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To influence the life processes of plants other than as a nutrient

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To destroy unwanted plants, parts of plants or control or prevent the undesired growth of plants

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To promote the growth of plants by applying nutrients

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Question 10 of 12

Match the following three types of plant protection products with the correct purpose. Drag and drop the purposes listed below and place them next to the correct product type.

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Weed control
Disease control
Pest control

Herbicide

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Fungicide

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Insecticide

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Question 11 of 12

Match the following three types of plant protection products with the correct purpose. Drag and drop the purposes listed below and place them next to the correct product type.

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Slug and snail control
Nematode control
Regulate plant growth

Molluscicide

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Nematicides

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Plant growth regulators (PGRs)

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Question 12 of 12

Why is understanding the terminology used in reference to pesticide use essential? Tick all that apply:

It enhances your ability to apply the guidance

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Helps you to understand the information on the product label

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Supports manufacturer’s instructions

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Improves knowledge when reading operator manuals

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