Georgia Correctional Officer (CO) Practice Exam

If there is no active subterranean termite warranty on a structure, what method may the Licensee use to treat the structure?

1. Fumigation only

2. Chemical barrier, bait, or wood treatment

3. Heat treatment only

4. Pesticide spray on the perimeter

The correct answer is: Chemical barrier, bait, or wood treatment

The correct approach to treating a structure without an active subterranean termite warranty is through the use of a chemical barrier, bait, or wood treatment. This method effectively targets active infestations or helps prevent future infestations by creating a protective layer or using bait systems to eliminate termites over time. Utilizing a chemical barrier involves applying insecticides in the soil around the structure to create a protective zone that keeps termites from entering. Baiting systems involve placing bait stations strategically around the property, which attracts termites and, when ingested, disrupts their growth and reproduction cycles. Wood treatments can also be applied to existing wood in the structure to provide additional protection. This option is comprehensive and adaptable to various situations, making it suitable for structures lacking a warranty. Other methods listed may be effective or appropriate, but they do not provide the same breadth of options or preventative measures as utilizing a combination of these treatments.