By signing the end of this outdoor IPM plan, the IPM coordinator, Sally D'Arcangelo, of this School Age Childcare Program and the Pest Management Professionals described above acknowledge, and agree to the terms of this OUTDOOR integrated pest management plan.

A. INTRODUCTION

In compliance with the Act Protecting Children and Families from Harmful Pesticides the Auburn Youth & Family Services on 10/22/2007 1:49:00 PM has prepared the following outdoor IPM plan about pest control and pesticide use.

This plan describes the pest management practices for outdoor areas of Auburn Youth & Family Services and clearly states it’s pesticide use policies.

A copy of the plan has been filed with the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR), and at least one printed copy must be kept on site and made available to the public upon request.

By centralizing all of the information about this facility’s pest management practices the plan serves as a guide to direct this facility’s IPM coordinator,  Sally D'Arcangelo

Objectives
The objectives of the integrated pest management program conducted at the Auburn Youth & Family Services are listed below.

	Reduce children’s exposure to pesticides and pesticide residues whenever possible.
	Manage pests that may occur on facilities to prevent interference with the learning environment of the students.
	Provide the safest playing or athletic surfaces possible.

In light of these objectives, the Auburn Youth & Family Services has selected the following as it’s IPM policy statement.

B.POLICY STATEMENT

Structural and landscape pests can pose significant problems for people and property. Pesticides can pose risks to people, property, and the environment. It is therefore the policy of this school to incorporate Integrated Pest Management (IPM) procedures for control of structural and landscape pests. The objective of this program is to provide necessary pest control while minimizing pesticide use.

C. IPM COMMITTEE

The tasks set before an IPM committee are to:

	Develop an IPM plan. The IPM plan is in essence, a document that describes the organization and implementation of IPM on school grounds.
	Evaluate progress of the IPM program.
	Communicate about IPM - Facilitate communication within the school about IPM practices.
	Assist in development of contract specifications.
	Provide notification to parents about pesticide use.

The OUTDOOR committee members selected for the Auburn Youth & Family Services are listed below:
1) Sally D'Arcangelo (Outdoor IPM Coordinator)

D. COMMUNICATING IPM WITHIN THE FACILITY

Pest Management Personnel to Building Staff:


The Pest Management Professional communicates with the IPM coordinator of the facility. The IPM coordinator then posts this information in a common viewing area dedicated to the subject of integrated pest management. In addition, the IPM coordinator also communicates information to the staff supervisors who then distribute the information to all the staff and occupants concerned.

Staff/Students communicate with their supervisors who then pass information onto the IPM coordinator.

E. EDUCATION AND TRAINING OF FACILITY OCCUPANTS & STAFF

Staff will receive information annually through notices/memos.

F. OUTDOOR MONITORING

The IPM plan will follow a Semiannually evaluation schedule. When pests are present, Auburn Youth & Family Services has chosen an OUTDOOR monitoring schedule that consists of Daily inspections. When pests are absent the OUTDOOR monitoring schedule will consist of Quarterly inspections.

The following technique will be used to monitor for pests:  Reports from facility staff and students (pest reporting forms) would prompt the IPM coordinator to contact the facility’s Pest Management Professional who would then conduct a facility audit.

G. COURSE OF ACTION TAKEN FOR OUTDOOR PESTS

Outdoor property includes the turf, landscaping, and the outdoor grounds such as building exterior, playground equipment, etc..  Auburn Youth & Family Services has prepared maps of the outdoor facility and identified the following priority areas for maintenance:

Turf
No maintenance is necessary at this point as the building is still a newer building and in good condition.

Landscaping
There are no priority areas for landscaping maintenance at this time.

OutdoorGrounds
At this time, there are no priorities for outdoor maintenance.



The following pests have historically and/or currently been a problem at Auburn Youth & Family Services:



TURF PESTS		LANDSCAPING AND PLANT PESTS		OUTDOOR GROUNDS PESTS
Other     none		Other     THere are no landscaping pest problems at this time.		Other     There are no other outdoor insect problems.     There are no other outdoor pest problems.     There are no other outdoor weed problems.




TURF MANAGEMENT PLAN

The following areas are priority areas for maintenance: No maintenance is necessary at this point as the building is still a newer building and in good condition.

Cultural Practices

Mowing:
The grounds are mowed/trimmed by the Auburn Parks Department.

Aeration:
The soil has not been aerated.

Water Management:
Small container gardens and potted plants are watered on a biweekly basis throughout the summer months. The lawn is not watered at all.

Fertilization:
No fertilizer is used.

Equipment Maintenance:
The Auburn Parks Department maintains their equipment.



Turfgrass diseases


Insects/pests under the soil or root zone


Surface and/or thatch pests


Weeds




LANDSCAPE MANAGEMENT PLAN

The following areas are priority areas for maintenance: There are no priority areas for landscaping maintenance at this time.

Cultural Practices

Monitoring Program:
IPM Coordinator will inspect grounds on a semi-annual basis. No problems have been found at this time, therefore no action has been taken.

Soil Maintenance:
There is no soil maintenance procedure at this time.

Fertilizer Use Practices:
There are no fertilizers used at this time.

Plant Care:
Mulch is used in small, decorative areas in front of the building.

Watering:
Small container gardens and potted plants are watered on a bi-weekly basis during summer months. The lawn is not watered.



Tree and Shrub Diseases


Describe the monitoring technique you used for the pests above.
The IPM Coordinator will inspect the building on a monthly basis and the grounds on a semi-annual basis.

Provide information on how you diagnosed the pests above.
No pests were found at this time.

Provide details on the non-chemical control measures have you taken to manage the pests above.
No measures were taken at this time.

If you use fungicides, describe your rationale for using them in for the pests above.
No fungicides were used at this time.

Describe or identify any alternative management or biological strategies being used or planned to be used
No measures were taken at this time.

Insects and Related Pests


Describe the monitoring technique you used for the pests above.
The IPM Coordinator will inspect the building on a monthly basis and the grounds on a semi-annual basis.

Provide information on how you identified the species of the pests above.
No pests were found at this time.

Provide details on the non-chemical control measures you have taken to manage the pests above.
No measures were taken at this time.

If you use insecticides, describe your rationale for using them for the pests above.
No insecticides were used at this time.

Describe or identify any alternative management or biological strategies being used or planned to be used
No measures were taken at this time.

Weeds


Describe the monitoring technique you used for the pests above.
The IPM Coordinator will inspect the building on a monthly basis and the grounds on a semi-annual basis.

Provide information on how you identified the species of the pests above.
No pests were found at this time.

Provide details on the non-chemical control measures have you taken to manage the pests above.
No measures were taken at this time.

If you use herbicides, describe your rationale for using them for the pests above.
No herbicides were used.

Describe or identify any alternative management or biological strategies being used or planned to be used
No measures were taken at this time.



OUTDOOR MANAGEMENT PLAN

The following areas are priority areas for maintenance: At this time, there are no priorities for outdoor maintenance.

Cultural Practices

OUTDOOR GROUNDS GENERAL MANAGEMENT PRACTICES

Waste Disposal (trash containers and dumpsters):
Trash is stored is trash receptacles behind the building. The trash receptacles are put out for trash collection on Tuesdays.

Light Management:
No measures have been taken at this time to minimize outdoor light as this has not been a problem.

Excess Water Prevention:
No measures have been taken at this time to reduce or prevent stagnant water as this has not been a problem.

Noxious Weed Management:
No measures have been taken at this time to minimize noxious weeds as this has not been a problem.

Playgrounds (if applicable):
AYFS does not have any playground equpiment.

Nuisance weeds in pavement:
No measures have been taken at this time to minimize noxious weeds as this has not been a problem.

Storage Sheds (If applicable):
No measures have been taken at this time to prevent pests in our shed as this has not been a problem.



Insects observed in and around outdoor grounds of school property.


Pests


Insects in playground area (if applicable)


Describe the monitoring technique you used for the pests above.
The IPM Coordinator will inspect the building on a monthly basis and the outdoor grounds on a semi-annual basis.

Provide information on how you identified the species of the pests above.
There were no pests found at this time.

Provide details on the non-chemical control measures you have taken to manage the pests above.
No measures were taken at this time as no pests were found.

If you use insecticides, describe your rationale for using them for the pests above.
No insecticides were used at this time.

Weeds
Noxious weeds noticed on the school grounds


Describe the monitoring technique you used for the pests above.
The IPM Coordinator will inspect the building on a monthly basis and the outdoor grounds on a semi-annual basis.

Provide information on how you identified the species of the pests above.
There were no pests found at this time.

Provide details on the non-chemical control measures have you taken to manage the pests above.
No measures were taken at this time as no pests were found.

If you use herbicides, describe your rationale for using them for the pests above.
No herbicides were used at this time.

H. RECORD KEEPING

In the case of Auburn Youth & Family Services, OUTDOOR monitoring records will be maintained through: The use of forms which will be filled out by the person monitoring the facility

I. EVALUATING THE PROGRAM

The IPM plan will be evaluated on a Semiannually basis.

J. NOTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS & EXEMPTIONS

During the creation of this IPM plan, Sally D'Arcangelo has assigned committee member Sally D''Arcangelo with the responsibility of assembling and issuing all the documents that accompany the standard written notification whenever pesticides are applied outdoors.

K. IN THE EVENT OF A HEALTH EMERGENCY

During the creation of this IPM plan, Sally D'Arcangelo has assigned committee member Sally D''Arcangelo with the responsibility of applying for an emergency waiver.

L. LIST OF PESTICIDES TO BE USED OUTSIDE THE FACILITY

The following list includes all the pesticides that will be used outside Auburn Youth & Family Services. This list includes all herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that will be used in the event that chemical is required.



Pesticide Product Name

Active Ingredient

EPA Registration Number

Target Pest

Rationale for use

M. WELL WATER SYSTEM

The school does not have its own on site well water system.