MDARD Michigan Core Pesticide Applicator Practice Exam

Which of the following items is commonly found in a spill response kit?

1. Heavy-duty detergent

2. First aid supplies

3. Inventory of pesticides in storage

4. Personal protective equipment for employees

The correct answer is: Heavy-duty detergent

A spill response kit is designed to contain materials and tools that assist in managing and mitigating chemical spills safely and effectively. Heavy-duty detergent is often included because it can help to clean up spills of certain non-hazardous materials. This is important for ensuring that any residues left behind are properly managed and do not pose further environmental or safety risks. While first aid supplies, inventories of pesticides, and personal protective equipment are all important components of overall safety and compliance in pesticide application and storage, they serve different primary functions. First aid supplies address injuries rather than spills, an inventory helps keep track of chemicals but isn't useful in a spill scenario, and personal protective gear is vital for protecting workers handling chemicals but does not directly contribute to the containment or cleanup of a spill itself. Therefore, the inclusion of heavy-duty detergent in a spill response kit makes it the most relevant item listed for directly addressing spills.