Q: Synthetic pesticides can be quite strong, dangerous to apply, and damaging to the environment. To ensure it’s necessary to treat your lawn at all, first determine if you have grubs, and then decide if the problem is big enough to require treatment.  Look for indications that there are grubs in your lawn, such as holes, grass with no roots, browning patches, and patches that feel spongy. To determine for sure if you have grubs, dig up a square-foot (30 cm by 30 cm) patch of grass to a depth of two inches (five cm) and look for grubs. Don’t treat your lawn if there are fewer than five grubs, and avoid treating if your lawn is healthy and you find fewer than 10. If there are 10 or more grubs, treat your lawn. When you’ve gone through and determined for certain that you have grubs and need to treat, you can use a curative pesticide that will kill grubs almost immediately. The two types of curative pesticides you can use are carbaryl and trichlorfon (sold under the brand name Dylox).  Water your lawn both before and after applying the pesticide to ensure that the chemical sinks in to the soil to where the grubs are. Apply curative pesticides to your lawn in fall, spring, and before May. You can find these types of pesticides in home and hardware stores. Make sure you wear gloves, a protective mask, and other safety gear when applying pesticides. There is another type of pesticide that can help control grubs, and it’s a preventive pesticide that’s meant to kill upcoming generations. Typically, this type of pesticide is applied in June or July, after you’ve already sprayed with a curative pesticide.  To protect pollinators such as bees from the pesticide, mow your lawn to remove flowering weeds before applying the product.  To stop your grass from burning, water your lawn thoroughly all summer after applying the insecticide. Preventive pesticides include those sold under the brand names Merit and Mach 2.
A: Determine if a synthetic pesticide is necessary. Try a synthetic pesticide for all grubs. Apply a preventive insecticide for next year.

Q: Before you remove the old zipper, look at how it is sewn into the item. It is important to sew your new zipper in the same way.  For example, is the zipper material visible or hidden? Does the zipper material peak out from behind the raw edges of the item fabric a certain amount? If so, how much? Take note of anything you notice and take measurements as well. Record what you find to help you as you sew the new zipper into place.
A: Note how the old zipper is positioned before you remove it.

Q: While entry-level jobs on oil rigs are plentiful and technically don't require any experience, few companies will hire a "green hand" to work on their billion-dollar platforms. In general, oil rig workers only need to be 18 or older, have a high school diploma, and pass a pre-employment drug test. Successful applicants have usually pursued oil rig training independently or bring transferable skills to the job. All workers must meet certain minimum standards and certifications to work on an oil rig. Since many oil rigs are in international waters or even in foreign countries, it is important to be aware of what documents you'll need if you must enter another country for the work. Most companies will arrange for a current work visa for people working outside their native country. Oil rig jobs are available in some of the world's most exotic locations, including the coasts of Africa and the waters of Southeast Asia. Workers from other regions often get jobs in these areas, but they must complete a full course of immunizations before they will be hired. Some of the most common required vaccinations include Hepatitis A; Hepatitis B; Tetanus; Polio; Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR); Meningitis; Typhoid Fever; Seasonal Influenza; and Yellow Fever. Many trade schools and colleges offer classes on various facets of the oil industry, including oil rig work. Most classes blend coursework with hands-on field experience. Companies often provide training for workers looking to advance their careers in specialized fields. All offshore workers are required to earn an Offshore Survival & Firefighting certificate. Specialized workers like electricians, scaffolders, and welders must hold a state-issued license or certificate in order to work on a rig.
A: Determine whether you meet the basic requirements. Ask about the work visa requirements. Get the necessary immunizations. Find specialized training courses. Complete the required certifications.

Q: Salutations are words like "Hi" and "Hello." These are simple sayings used right when you meet someone. There are many salutations in French (just like in English). Below are a few of the most common (with pronunciation guides):   Bonjour (Hello/Good day): Bohn-zhoou. The "zh" is pronounced like the "ge" in "deluge." The n and r are very delicate — almost silent.   Bonsoir (Good evening): Bohn-swah. Here, again, the n is very delicate.  Bonne nuit (Goodnight): Bun nwee . The n isn't as delicate here. You can use "bonjour" in nearly all situations, so it's a good one to memorize. The others are only used later in the day. This is an informal greeting. It's a little like "Hi" or "Hey" in English. It's perfectly fine to use this around friends, family members, and children, but you probably won't want to use it for a new boss or professor — this can be disrespectful.  Salut (Hi [informal]): Sah-loo. The "loo" actually uses a subtle sound that's not common in English — it's a little like "liu" with a very soft ee sound at the beginning. A good pronunciation example is here. After the salutation, you can let the other person know who you are. Again, there are a few different ways to do this (which are listed below). Only use the informal options for friends, family members, children, and so on.   Je m'appelle ______ (My name is ______): Zhuh mah-pell (your name). Again, the zh here is pronounced like the "ge" in "deluge."  Je suis ______ (I am ______): Zhuh swee (your name).  Moi c'est ______ (I'm  ______ [informal]): Mwah say (your name). Another informal option is to simply say your name after salutations are exchanged. This is a little like saying, "Hi. Judy." (if your name's Judy) as you shake someone's hand. In English, when you meet someone, you usually end your introduction with "nice to meet you," "It's a pleasure," or another similar phrase. French is no different. Use the phrases below to show you're happy to make someone's acquaintance:  "Ravis de vous connaitre" (Pleased to meet you): Ra-vee deh voo con-net-tray. The French r sound is made by lifting the back part of the tongue towards the roof of the mouth. The resulting sound is more delicate and airy than the English r sound. "Ravis de vous rencontrer" (Nice to meet you): Ra-vee deh voo ohn-con-tray. The meaning is the same as the phrase above. Note that the second r is silent.  Enchanté (Delighted): Ohn-shon-tay.  If the other person says one of these first, use de même (duh meh-muh), or "same to you."
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Use the right salutation for the time of day. If you're on close terms, use "salut" instead. State your name. Listen to the other person's introduction, then offer a pleasantry.