Free Worker Protection Section Practice Questions

Sample Practice Questions

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1. 1Which condition makes New Hampshire's Worker Protection chapter apply to an agricultural or handler employer's pesticide use?

   1. A. The pesticide labeling incorporates the Worker Protection Standard by reference
   2. B. The pesticide is federally classified for restricted use
   3. C. The applicator holds a state restricted-use permit
   4. D. The pesticide was purchased from a licensed dealer

   Answer: A

   Explanation: Pes 1101.02 applies to employers using pesticides whose "labels incorporate" the Worker Protection Standard "by reference". Restricted-use classification, applicator credentials, and dealer licensing are real regulatory conditions but do not trigger this chapter.

   Reference: Pes 1100 — Pes 1101.02

2. 2A private applicator employs workers and handlers on a WPS-covered farm. How often must the applicator ensure they receive pesticide safety training?

   1. A. Annually
   2. B. Every two years
   3. C. Every three years
   4. D. Only once at hiring

   Answer: A

   Explanation: EPA's WPS overview requires employers to "Provide annual pesticide safety training." As their employer, the private applicator must ensure annual training.

   Reference: Agricultural Worker Protection Standard (WPS) | US EPA — Complying with the WPS

3. 3Where must an agricultural employer display required WPS safety, emergency, and pesticide-application information?

   1. A. Only inside the pesticide storage room
   2. B. Only in the employer's off-site office
   3. C. Together at a central location readily accessible to workers and handlers
   4. D. Only on each application vehicle

   Answer: C

   Explanation: EPA requires the information to be displayed together "in a central location on the agricultural establishment where it is readily accessible" to workers and handlers.

   Reference: Information to Display at a Central Location Under the Worker Protection Standard | US EPA — Where and when must the information be displayed?

4. 4When must handler PPE be inspected for leaks, holes, tears, or worn places?

   1. A. Before each day of use
   2. B. At the end of each month
   3. C. Only after a spill
   4. D. Only when the label changes

   Answer: A

   Explanation: EPA requires employers to "Inspect all PPE before each day of use for leaks, holes, tears, or worn places."

   Reference: Personal Protective Equipment for Pesticide Handlers | US EPA — Duties Related to Personal Protective Equipment

5. 5Which workplace is an agricultural establishment under the WPS definition?

   1. A. A commercial pesticide handling establishment
   2. B. A plant-production nursery
   3. C. A pesticide retail dealership
   4. D. A pesticide-producing establishment

   Answer: B

   Explanation: Pes 1102.02 defines an agricultural establishment as "any farm, forest, nursery, or greenhouse." The other options are real pesticide-sector establishments but are not agricultural establishments under this definition.

   Reference: Pes 1100 — Pes 1102.02

6. 6By what point must a New Hampshire handler employer ensure that a handler has received required WPS training?

   1. A. Within seven days after the first task
   2. B. Before the handler performs any handling task
   3. C. Before the end of the calendar year
   4. D. When the first application record is filed

   Answer: B

   Explanation: Pes 1103.02 requires each handler to be trained "prior to performing any handling tasks."

   Reference: Pes 1100 — Pes 1103.02

7. 7When does the outdoor WPS application exclusion zone exist?

   1. A. Only during the pesticide application, moving with the equipment
   2. B. From purchase until disposal of the product
   3. C. For 30 days after every application
   4. D. Only while workers harvest the crop

   Answer: A

   Explanation: EPA states, "The AEZ only exists during the application, moves with the equipment during application."

   Reference: Agricultural Worker Protection Standard (WPS) | US EPA — Application Exclusion Zone

8. 8What must an employer do with pesticide-contaminated PPE at the end of a handler's shift?

   1. A. Let the handler wear it home for cleaning
   2. B. Prevent the handler from wearing or taking it home
   3. C. Store it with the handler's personal clothing
   4. D. Place it in the lunch area until the next day

   Answer: B

   Explanation: EPA says, "Do not allow any handler to wear home or take home PPE contaminated with pesticides."

   Reference: Personal Protective Equipment for Pesticide Handlers | US EPA — Duties Related to Personal Protective Equipment

9. 9Which person is acting as a WPS agricultural worker rather than as a handler or another covered role?

   1. A. A paid employee harvesting greenhouse tomatoes
   2. B. A self-employed applicator mixing an agricultural pesticide
   3. C. A crop advisor entering during an application
   4. D. A person laundering pesticide-contaminated handler PPE

   Answer: A

   Explanation: EPA says agricultural workers perform tasks "related to growing and harvesting plants" while handlers mix, load, or apply pesticides. Harvesting makes option A the worker; the other listed activities fall under handler or separate WPS protections.

   Reference: Agricultural Worker Protection Standard (WPS) | US EPA — Groups Covered by the WPS

10. 10Which document authorizes another person to request WPS pesticide application and hazard information on a worker's behalf?

    1. A. Safety Data Sheet
    2. B. Pesticide application record
    3. C. Pesticide safety training record
    4. D. Written representative designation

    Answer: D

    Explanation: EPA defines a designated representative as a person "designated in writing by a worker or handler" to exercise the right of access on that person's behalf.

    Reference: Agricultural Worker Protection Standard (WPS) | US EPA — Designated Representative