Indiana Pesticide Applicator Core Practice Exam

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What is a legal obligation of a pesticide applicator regarding product labels?

To utilize pesticides in any manner desired
To follow all directions written on the label
To ignore label instructions when necessary
To apply pesticides only after obtaining verbal approval

The correct answer is: To follow all directions written on the label

A pesticide applicator has a legal obligation to follow all directions written on the label because pesticide labels provide crucial information about the safe and effective use of the product. Labels include details such as application rates, targeted pests, proper usage techniques, and safety precautions to protect humans, animals, and the environment. Adhering to the directions on the label ensures compliance with federal and state regulations. Failure to follow the label can lead to misuse of the product, which may have harmful consequences, including legal penalties, environmental damage, and health risks to non-target organisms. The label is considered a legal document, and applicators must treat it as such to ensure responsible pesticide application.