General Colorado Commercial Pesticide Application Practice Exam

Which type of workers does the WPS specifically aim to protect?

1. Only pesticide handlers

2. Agricultural workers and pesticide handlers

3. All factory workers

4. Supervisors and managers in agricultural settings

The correct answer is: Agricultural workers and pesticide handlers

The Worker Protection Standard (WPS) is specifically designed to protect agricultural workers and pesticide handlers who may be exposed to pesticides in their workplace. Agricultural workers are those who perform tasks related to the cultivation of plants, such as planting, cultivating, or harvesting, and they may come into contact with pesticide residues left on crops or in the environment. Pesticide handlers, on the other hand, are those who mix, load, or apply pesticides and are at risk of direct exposure during the application process. The WPS includes requirements for training, notification, and safety measures that benefit these two groups, ensuring they have access to important safety information and resources. The focus on these workers arises from the potential risks associated with pesticide exposure, highlighting the importance of occupational safety in agricultural settings. Other options, such as factory workers or supervisors and managers, are not encompassed by the WPS, as it is specifically tailored to the agricultural sector and those directly involved with pesticides.