By signing the end of this outdoor IPM plan, the IPM coordinator, Robyn Morin, of this Daycare 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 Creation Station on 7/29/2009 11:04:00 AM has prepared the following outdoor IPM plan about pest control and pesticide use.

This plan describes the pest management practices for outdoor areas of Creation Station 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,  Robyn Morin

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

B.POLICY STATEMENT

It is the policy of this school to implement Integrated Pest Management procedures to control structural and landscape pests and minimize exposure of children, faculty, and staff to pesticides.

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 Creation Station are listed below:
1) Robyn Morin (Outdoor IPM Coordinator)
2) Donald Morin
3) Kate  Boden

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.

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

E. EDUCATION AND TRAINING OF FACILITY OCCUPANTS & STAFF

When issues arise staff will approach IPM coordinator with issues they see. Non-chemical solvents will be used first and the area will be monitored daily to check for pests. If it is a continual problem that seems to be growing and daily cleaning and maintenance isn''t helping then the professional pest management company will be called for further solutions.

F. OUTDOOR MONITORING

The IPM plan will follow a Annually evaluation schedule. When pests are present, Creation Station has chosen an OUTDOOR monitoring schedule that consists of Daily 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 IPM coordinator would setup monitoring traps throughout the school and inspect them on a regularly scheduled interval (selected in the prior question).

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..  Creation Station has prepared maps of the outdoor facility and identified the following priority areas for maintenance:

OutdoorGrounds
We do not have any outside problems



The following pests have historically and/or currently been a problem at Creation Station:



TURF PESTS		LANDSCAPING AND PLANT PESTS		OUTDOOR GROUNDS PESTS
				Pests     Ants Other





OUTDOOR MANAGEMENT PLAN

The following areas are priority areas for maintenance: We do not have any outside problems

Cultural Practices

OUTDOOR GROUNDS GENERAL MANAGEMENT PRACTICES

Waste Disposal (trash containers and dumpsters):
Trash picked up weekly

Light Management:
Only keep needed lights on

Excess Water Prevention:
Empty any containers of water after a rainstorm

Noxious Weed Management:
None

Playgrounds (if applicable):
Any nests reported will be sprayed and removed at night when school is closed

Nuisance weeds in pavement:
Maintain weeds by removing them

Storage Sheds (If applicable):
Keep shed closed



Insects observed in and around outdoor grounds of school property.
Ants


Pests
Ants


Insects in playground area (if applicable)


Describe the monitoring technique you used for the pests above.
Daily checks when ants are present When not present check monthly

Provide information on how you identified the species of the pests above.
Ants have several characteristics which make them easy to recognize. They have a very narrow "waist" like a wasp, usually with one or two small "bumps" on the stalk connecting the abdomen to the rest of the body. The antennae are prominently elbowed. (Termite antennae are straight, never elbowed.) The hind wings of adults are substantially shorter than the front wings. Most ants are wingless, but at certain times of the year, winged males and females may be seen swarming in great numbers. Swarms may appear in spring, summer, or fall, depending on the species.

Provide details on the non-chemical control measures you have taken to manage the pests above.
Daily cleaning of floors Making sure any gaps are filled in between floor and walls

If you use insecticides, describe your rationale for using them for the pests above.
Have not used yet just daily cleaning works

• Insecticides are used only when monitoring has shown that insects are present. 

  Weeds
  Noxious weeds noticed on the school grounds
  

  Describe the monitoring technique you used for the pests above.
  

  Provide information on how you identified the species of the pests above.
  

  Provide details on the non-chemical control measures have you taken to manage the pests above.
  

  If you use herbicides, describe your rationale for using them for the pests above.
  

H. RECORD KEEPING

In the case of Creation Station, 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, Robyn Morin has assigned committee member Donald Morin 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, Robyn Morin has assigned committee member Donald Morin 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 Creation Station. 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.