Wyoming Pesticide Applicator Certification Practice Test

What is the Triple Rinse Method?

1. A drift control adjuvant, such as cellulose or gel, used to promote the formation of a greater proportion of large droplets in a spay mixture.

2. Weather related event that occurs when cool air is trapped near the surface under a layer of warm air.

3. As specified by the pesticide product label, PPE that is made of material that allowed no measurable movement of water or aqueous solutions through the material during use.

4. The process of decontaminating an empty pesticide container by partially filling the container with water, replacing the lid, shaking the container, and then pouring the rinsate in the spray tank. This process is repeated three times.

The correct answer is: The process of decontaminating an empty pesticide container by partially filling the container with water, replacing the lid, shaking the container, and then pouring the rinsate in the spray tank. This process is repeated three times.

The correct answer is D: The Triple Rinse Method is the process of decontaminating an empty pesticide container by partially filling the container with water, replacing the lid, shaking the container, and then pouring the rinsate into the spray tank. This process is repeated three times. This method is essential to ensure that all residues of the pesticide are removed from the container, reducing the risk of contamination and ensuring safe disposal. By performing the triple rinse method, pesticide applicators can prevent environmental pollution and protect themselves and others from unnecessary exposure to potentially harmful chemicals. Options A, B, and C are incorrect because they do not accurately describe the Triple Rinse Method.