Florida Indoor Air Quality Solutions, IAQS Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is a comprehensive
approach to eliminating and preventing pest problems with an emphasis on
reducing pest habitat and food sources. IPM is a safer and usually less
costly option for effective pest management.
A well-designed
integrated pest management program is both effective and environmentally
sensitive. IPM relies on a combination of:
low-impact pesticides;
comprehensive information about pests;
available and economical pest control methods; and
safety considerations for people, property, and the environment
Pests seek habitats that provide basic needs -- air,
moisture, food, and shelter. Pest populations can be eliminated,
prevented, or controlled by:
Creating inhospitable pest environments;
Removing basic elements that pests need for survival; or
Blocking pest access into buildings.
Pests may also be managed by other methods such as traps and vacuums.
Managing Pests in Buildings Common
pests found in buildings (or on property grounds) include flies,
cockroaches, yellow jackets, ants, spiders, mice, and termites. Although
they can help control pests, pesticides need to be used carefully. Some
building occupants may be more sensitive to pesticides than others.
Public concern about health and environmental risks associated with
pesticides and other chemicals is always increasing.
There are many safe IPM practices for buildings:
Keep vegetation, shrubs, and wood mulch at least one foot away from structures.
Fill cracks and crevices in walls, floors, and pavement.
Empty and clean lockers and desks at least twice a year.
Clean food-contaminated dishes, utensils, and surfaces right away.
Clean garbage cans and dumpsters at least bimonthly.
Collect and properly dispose of litter or garbage at least once a week.
Identify the problem or pest before taking action.
Apply smaller amounts of fertilizers several times
during the year (spring, summer, and fall, for example) rather than one
heavy application.
Use spot applications or pesticides (if necessary) rather than area-wide applications.
Store pesticides in well-ventilated buildings that are inaccessible to undesignated personnel or located offsite.
Lock lids of bait boxes and place bait away from the runway of the box.
Establish an IPM Program for Your Building An
efficient IPM program can and should be integrated with other building
management activities, such as preventive maintenance, janitorial
practices, landscaping, occupant education, and staff training.
To establish an IPM program in your building:
Step 1:
Develop an official IPM Policy Statement. In addition to showing the
companies support for an integrated approach to pest management, the
statement should outline methods to educate and train staff, store
pesticides, notify employees and building occupants of pesticide
applications, and keep accurate records. This policy statement can also
act as a guide for the IPM manager while developing an IPM program.
Step 2:
Designate specific roles for pest management personnel, building
occupants, and key decision-makers. For example, encourage occupants to
keep their areas clean, encourage employees to learn about IPM practices
and follow them at home, designate a qualified person to be the pest
manager, and gain the support decision-makers who control the funds for
IPM projects. Establish methods for good communication among these
groups of people, and educate or train them in their respective roles.
Step 3: Set
specific pest management objectives for each site. Tailor each
objective to the site and situation. Examples of objectives for
buildings may include preserving the integrity of building structures or
preventing interference with the working environment of the employees.
Step 4: Inspect
site(s) to identify and estimate the extent of pest problems. After
identifying potential pest habitats in buildings and property grounds,
develop plans to modify the habitats (for example, exclusion, repair,
and sanitation). Establish a monitoring program that involves routine
inspections to track the success of the habitat modifications and to
estimate the size of the pest population.
Step 5: Set
thresholds for taking action. These thresholds are the levels of pest
populations or site environmental conditions that require remedial
action. It is important to consider sensitive individuals when setting
thresholds.
Step 6: Apply IPM strategies to control pests
when you reach an action threshold or to prevent pest problems. These
strategies may include redesigning and repairing structures,
establishing watering and mowing practices, and storing pesticides in
well ventilated areas. Refer to the IPM Checklist for a list of possible
strategies for indoor and outdoor sites as well as information on safe
pesticide use and storage.
Step 7: Evaluate the results of
your IPM practices to determine if pest management objectives are being
met. Keep written records of all aspects of the program, including
records for state and local regulations.
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