What is the legal authority governing: "What does the Signal Word 'WARNING' indicate on an EPA-regis..."?

This standard is governed by 40 CFR § 156.64(a)(2) under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) and 40 CFR Part 171.

What is the passing score for the EPA Pesticide Applicator exam?

The minimum passing score for the National Core Pesticide Applicator Certification exam is 70% (40 CFR § 171.103).

Pesticide Labeling EASY 40 CFR § 156.64(a)(2)

What does the Signal Word 'WARNING' indicate on an EPA-registered pesticide label under 40 CFR § 156.64?

SPECIMEN LABEL EXCERPT • SENTINEL Turf Herbicide WARNING

EPA Reg. No: 524-591 • Active Ingredient: Prodiamine 65.0%

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A The chemical is practically non-toxic with an oral LD50 greater than 5,000 mg/kg.

B The chemical is moderately toxic (Toxicity Category II) with an oral LD50 of 50 to 500 mg/kg or causes moderate eye or skin irritation. ✓ OFFICIAL VERIFIED CORRECT ANSWER

C The product is slightly toxic (Toxicity Category III) and requires no special protective equipment.

D The product is an unclassified non-hazardous substance exempt from federal storage laws.

40 CFR § 156.64(a)(2)

Official Manual Chapter: Chapter 3: Pesticide Labeling

'WARNING' corresponds to Toxicity Category II (Moderately Toxic). Acute oral LD50 ranges from 50 to 500 mg/kg, dermal LD50 ranges from 200 to 2,000 mg/kg, or the product produces corneal opacity reversible within 7 days or severe skin irritation.

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