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OCPE Category-7A-General-and-Household-Pest-Control Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | OCPE |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Pesticide Applicator Category 7A General and Household Pest Control Exam |
| Exam Number: | Category-7A-General-and-Household-Pest-Control |
| Exam Duration: | 90 minutes |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 3 years |
| Exam Format: | Multiple Choice, Single Answer |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Exam Price: | $75 USD |
| Passing Score: | 70% |
| Real Exam Qty: | 80 |
| Related Certifications: | Pesticide Applicator Category 7C Pesticide Applicator Category 7B |
| Recommended Training: | OCPE Approved Training Course |
| Exam Registration: | OCPE Official Registration |
| Sample Questions: | ![]() |
| Exam Way: | Online proctored or onsite at approved test centers |
| Pre Condition: | Must be at least 18 years old; no prior exam required, but relevant training recommended |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.ocpe.org/certification/category-7a |
OCPE Category-7A-General-and-Household-Pest-Control Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Laws, Regulations and Safety | 20% | - Storage, transport and disposal - Federal/state/local pesticide laws - Personal protective equipment (PPE) - Label interpretation and compliance |
| Pest Identification and Biology | 25% | - Classification and recognition features - Common household pests: insects, rodents, arthropods
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| Application Methods and Equipment | 20% | - Proper use and safety precautions - Equipment types, calibration, maintenance - Application techniques: crack & crevice, spot, perimeter, broadcast |
| Pesticide Types, Formulations and Properties | 20% | - Chemical families and modes of action
- Toxicity and environmental impact |
| Integrated Pest Management (IPM) | 15% | - Inspection, monitoring and decision-making - Prevention and long-term management - Cultural, mechanical, biological control methods |
Category-7A-General-and-Household-Pest-Control Exam FAQ: Before You Book Your Seat
OCPE Pesticide Applicator Category 7A General and Household Pest Control is an official OCPE exam, listed under exam code Category-7A-General-and-Household-Pest-Control. A passing result earns you the Pesticide Applicator certification at the Professional level. It also ties into Pesticide Applicator Category 7B, Pesticide Applicator Category 7C, extending its value across your certification roadmap. Employers read this credential as verified competence, which is why it keeps appearing in job requirements.
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Passing OCPE Pesticide Applicator Category 7A General and Household Pest Control requires 70%, and the official registration fee is $75 USD. Retakes charge the full $75 USD again, which is why experienced candidates treat preparation as the cheaper exam fee. Verify your readiness with repeated ActualPDF practice scores above the requirement before you commit to a date.
Must be at least 18 years old; no prior exam required, but relevant training recommended
Requirements evolve, so confirm the current conditions before registering on the official exam page.
Registration for OCPE Pesticide Applicator Category 7A General and Household Pest Control goes through the official channels listed here.
When you schedule, note that the exam is delivered Online proctored or onsite at approved test centers.
OCPE recommends the following training for OCPE Pesticide Applicator Category 7A General and Household Pest Control candidates.
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The OCPE Pesticide Applicator Category 7A General and Household Pest Control syllabus spans 5 domains, led by Application Methods and Equipment (20%), Pest Identification and Biology (25%), and Integrated Pest Management (IPM) (15%). The complete topic list is published above; candidates who study the map first rarely get lost later.
OCPE Pesticide Applicator Category 7A General and Household Pest Control Sample Questions:
The term commercial pesticide applicator includes anyone applying pesticides as a service, and the commercial pesticide applicator must be licensed ___ pesticides.
- A. Only to apply general use
- B. To apply any
- C. Only to apply restricted use
Correct Answer: B 🗳️
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Swarming ants and termites are similar, but the termite:
- A. Has a narrow waist
- B. Has bent antennae
- C. Does not have a waist
Correct Answer: C 🗳️
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The first step to obtain information regarding a pesticide would be to:
- A. Read the label and/or SDS sheet
- B. Call your doctor
- C. Contact the EPA
Correct Answer: A 🗳️
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The wasp most likely to sting is the:
- A. Mud dauber
- B. Honeybee
- C. Yellow jacket
Correct Answer: C 🗳️
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The suggested method for earwig control is an:
- A. Exterior treatment along with debris removal along the foundation
- B. Interior baseboard residual spray
- C. Interior and exterior foundation fogging
Correct Answer: A 🗳️
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