A general-use pesticide is defined as one that may harm humans or the environment when used according to label directions.

• A. True
• B. False
• C. Sometimes True
• D. Not applicable

Answer: (B)

General-use pesticides are products that the general public can buy and use because the label directions are designed to keep risks to people and the environment at an acceptable level when followed. Saying a general-use pesticide may harm humans or the environment when used according to label directions implies harm is expected despite following the instructions, which isn’t how this designation works. The label provides safety steps, application rates, re-entry times, required protective equipment, and other restrictions to minimize risk. Restricted-use pesticides are the more hazardous ones that require specialized certification to purchase and apply. So the statement isn’t true for general-use products.