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C o m p o n e n t s o f a n IP M P r o g r a m

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Purdue
Purdue University
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Depar tment o f Entomology
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Entomology
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IPM Technical Resource Center
IPM Technical Resource Cent er
Integrated Pest Management for Schools and Childcare Facilities

Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is based on an understanding of pest biology and


habits, and uses a number of strategies, not just pesticides, to control pests. Good
communication between administrators, staff, and the pest management professional is
critical to the success of any school or childcare IPM program.

IPM Program Checklist:

Adopt an IPM policy. Adopt a policy and/or guidelines that state how pests will be
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managed in your facilities and on grounds. An important consideration in policy
development is establishing a procedure for notification of pesticide use.

Designate an IPM Coordinator for each building. This person will act as a liaison
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between the building occupants and the pest management professional. Staff
members should report any pest sightings to this person so that they can be
communicated to the pest management professional. Any recommendations made by
the pest control technician (for cleaning or repairs, etc) should be relayed by the IPM
Coordinator to the administration.

Inspect all buildings and grounds. Inspections should be performed by a pest


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management professional or another person who is knowledgeable about pest biology
and habits. The inspector will note situations that are conducive to pest populations
and recommend repairs, sealing of pest entry points, clutter reduction, improved
sanitation, and monitoring procedures.

Perform repairs as needed to prevent pest access to buildings or to hiding spaces in


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walls and equipment. Also, repair any leaks and eliminate standing water wherever
possible.

Review sanitation practices and reduce clutter. Sanitation includes areas such as
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kitchen cleaning and maintenance, waste disposal procedures, and elimination of
clutter. Clutter is an important harborage for many pests, including rodents, spiders,
and cockroaches. Elimination of cardboard and conversion to box-less storage is
recommended, particularly in food areas. Sanitation is pest control!

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Set up a monitoring program for pests. Monitoring means regular careful
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any pest sightings to the IPM Coordinator.
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Identify potential pest species found and determine a control strategy (if one is
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Only apply pesticides when a known pest is present. Preventive treatments are
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If a pesticide is needed, select the least hazardous pesticide. Among the products
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Keep records of pest activity and control measures taken (chemical and other
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Evaluate the program on a regular basis.
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Become a Certified IPM school or childcare center. Once your facility is
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following all of the above practices, you will be qualified for recognition in as an IPM
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Contact Al Fournier (email link) for more information.

Many pest control professionals provide inspection and monitoring services and will
work with you to implement an IPM program. Be sure that contracted services are
consistent with your IPM policy. For an IPM program to work, school must do their part
to improve sanitation, reduce clutter, and implement repairs and exclusion techniques
recommended by the pest management professional.

For specific questions about implementing these steps, call the Toll-free IPM Hotline at
1-877-668-8IPM.

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