By signing the end of this outdoor IPM plan, the IPM coordinator, Andy  Bressi, of this School 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 Brookline High School on 12/11/2009 2:30:00 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 Brookline High School 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,  Andy  Bressi

Objectives
The objectives of the integrated pest management program conducted at the Brookline High School 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 Brookline High School has selected the following as it’s IPM policy statement.

B.POLICY STATEMENT

This plan has been developed to ensure the health and safety of students, teachers, staff, administration and all others using the Baker School’s grounds, while at the same time controlling pest populations in an effective and environmentally-sound manner. This plan will rely on sanitation, habitat modification, monitoring and the use of non-toxic and least-toxic products and techniques to control pests, rather than the use of potentially dangerous chemical pesticides. When it is determined that pesticides are needed, only those allowed by the Children’s and Families Protection Act will be used. Further, only certified and or licensed individuals will be able to use these pesticides. Our policy prohibits the use of any pesticide by unlicensed staff. It will be the Parks and Open Space Division’s policy to make the appropriate notification and posting as well as keep records of all pesticide use. A copy of the IPM plan will be maintained in the Parks and Open Space office and be available upon request. This plan recognizes that IPM is a collaborative effort involving the Parks and Open Space facilities staff and pest control operators, among others, and that the gathering and sharing of information is critical to ensuring the success of this IPM initiative.

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 Brookline High School are listed below:
1) Andy  Bressi (Outdoor IPM Coordinator)
2) Andy Bressi
3) Erin  Chute
4) Tom Brady
5) Patrick Maloney
6) Peter  Gorman

D. COMMUNICATING IPM WITHIN THE FACILITY

Pest Management Personnel to Building Staff:


All staff have been instructed to record any sightings in the IPM log book located in the parks and open space office. The logbook contains sheets that indicate the identification of pest (if known), number seen, date, time, and location. The logbook also includes a site map so that the exact location of the sighting is recorded. Andy Bressi (IPM Coordinator) will work directly with a representative of Waltham Services Inc. (Pest Control Contractor) as required to cover monitoring reports. The Zone Managers will be responsible for notifying Andy Bressi (IPM Coordinator) of logged complaints from staff. Waltham Services Inc.(Pest Control Contractor) will respond to the log complaints. If any sanitation, structural or operation changes are noted, it will be written in the log along with remedial recommendation. Specific service reports will also be placed in the log binder that documents particular actions taken by Waltham Services Inc. Staff, foreman and laborers will be instructed on how to log pest complaints and be given a brief overview on pest identification and the conditions that promote pests. Pamphlets and fact sheets will be made available at the time of training and or posted on bulletin boards in specific areas such as outside the administrations office. Training that is more specific will be held annually and separately for the Parks and Open Space Division.

All staff have been instructed to record any sightings in the IPM log book located in the parks and open space office. The logbook contains sheets that indicate the identification of pest (if known), number seen, date, time, and location. The logbook also includes a site map so that the exact location of the sighting is recorded. Andy Bressi (IPM Coordinator) will work directly with a representative of Waltham Services Inc. (Pest Control Contractor) as required to cover monitoring reports. The Zone Managers will be responsible for notifying Andy Bressi (IPM Coordinator) of logged complaints from staff. Waltham Services Inc.(Pest Control Contractor) will respond to the log complaints. If any sanitation, structural or operation changes are noted, it will be written in the log along with remedial recommendation. Specific service reports will also be placed in the log binder that documents particular actions taken by Waltham Services Inc. Staff, foreman and laborers will be instructed on how to log pest complaints and be given a brief overview on pest identification and the conditions that promote pests. Pamphlets and fact sheets will be made available at the time of training and or posted on bulletin boards in specific areas such as outside the administrations office. Training that is more specific will be held annually and separately for the Parks and Open Space Division.

E. EDUCATION AND TRAINING OF FACILITY OCCUPANTS & STAFF

All staff have been instructed to record any sightings in the IPM log book located in the parks and open space office. The logbook contains sheets that indicate the identification of pest (if known), number seen, date, time, and location. The logbook also includes a site map so that the exact location of the sighting is recorded. Andy Bressi (IPM Coordinator) will work directly with a representative of Waltham Services Inc. (Pest Control Contractor) as required to cover monitoring reports. The Zone Managers will be responsible for notifying Andy Bressi (IPM Coordinator) of logged complaints from staff. Waltham Services Inc.(Pest Control Contractor) will respond to the log complaints. If any sanitation, structural or operation changes are noted, it will be written in the log along with remedial recommendation. Specific service reports will also be placed in the log binder that documents particular actions taken by Waltham Services Inc. Staff, foreman and laborers will be instructed on how to log pest complaints and be given a brief overview on pest identification and the conditions that promote pests. Pamphlets and fact sheets will be made available at the time of training and or posted on bulletin boards in specific areas such as outside the administrations office. Training that is more specific will be held annually and separately for the Parks and Open Space Division.

F. OUTDOOR MONITORING

The IPM plan will follow a Annually evaluation schedule. When pests are present, Brookline High School has chosen an OUTDOOR monitoring schedule that consists of Weekly inspections. When pests are absent the OUTDOOR monitoring schedule will consist of Monthly inspections.

The following technique will be used to monitor for pests:  The facility’s contracted Pest Management Professional would conduct regular pest inspections and would then instruct the IPM coordinator as to the proper course of action.

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..  Brookline High School has prepared maps of the outdoor facility and identified the following priority areas for maintenance:



The following pests have historically and/or currently been a problem at Brookline High School:



TURF PESTS		LANDSCAPING AND PLANT PESTS		OUTDOOR GROUNDS PESTS

H. RECORD KEEPING

In the case of Brookline High School, 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 Annually basis.

J. NOTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS & EXEMPTIONS

During the creation of this IPM plan, Hal Mason has assigned committee member Andy Bressi 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, Hal Mason has assigned committee member Andy Bressi 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 Brookline High School. 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.

I attest, to the best of my knowledge, that the above information is complete, accurate and true

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IPM Coordinator Signature	Date
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Administrator, Director, or Principal	Date

Outdoor IPM Plan originally submitted on: 12/11/2009 2:09:00 PM
Plan updated by James Pagliarulo on: 12/11/2009 2:30:00 PM