About School IPM

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stone bulletUntil recently, IPM has been primarily concerned with the growing of food crops. IPM in schools is one aspect of the growing interest in what is often call Urban or Community IPM. 

IPM programs in K-12 schools may address: 

  • Structural and building pests such as rodents and insects
  • Pests associated with food service areas
  • Use of antimicrobial pesticides for molds in ductwork and other enclosed areas and janitorial supplies
  • Weeds, insects, diseases, and vertebrate pests associated with lawns, recreational turf, landscape plantings, and interior plants
Elements often included in IPM program for schools: 
  • Public discussion on the public goals, values, and purpose of IPM
  • Coordination of IPM with other facility systems (purchasing, building and landscape construction, maintenance, food service, waste and recycling, loading dock, etc.) 
  • Development of school or school district polices
  • Purchasing procedures for pesticides and hazardous materials
  • Inclusion of IPM criteria in contracts for pest management services
  • Information, training and education about IPM for administrators, managers, staff, students, parents, school vendors, and the public

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