Structural Pest Control Applicator Practice Exam

Which of the following is NOT a route of pesticide exposure?

1. Inhalation

2. Dermal

3. Ocular

4. Subcutaneous

The correct answer is: Subcutaneous

Subcutaneous exposure refers to the introduction of substances beneath the skin, typically through injection. In the context of pesticide exposure, this route is not commonly recognized. Pesticides mainly enter the body through inhalation, which involves breathing in airborne particles; dermal exposure, which occurs when pesticides come into contact with the skin; and ocular exposure, which involves pesticides coming into contact with the eyes. Each of these routes is relevant to understanding potential risks when using pesticides and the safety precautions required to mitigate exposure. Subcutaneous exposure, however, does not align with the typical pathways through which individuals come into contact with pesticides in a structural pest control setting.