By signing the end of this outdoor IPM plan, the IPM coordinator, Jason  Linn, 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 Early Childhood Center on 7/20/2009 1:17:00 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 Early Childhood Center 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,  Jason  Linn

Objectives
The objectives of the integrated pest management program conducted at the Early Childhood Center 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 Early Childhood Center 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 Early Childhood Center are listed below:
1) Jason  Linn (Outdoor IPM Coordinator)
2) Jason Linn
3) Ann Harper
4) Mark Chirokas
5) Paul Lombardi
6) Edward Burgess
7) Joseph Turowski
8) Felicia Moschella

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 passes this information onto an administrative assistant who decides how the information will be distributed throughout the facility.

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

E. EDUCATION AND TRAINING OF FACILITY OCCUPANTS & STAFF

Staff, teachers, and students will be instructed on how to log pest complaints and be given a brief overview on pest identification and the conditions that promote the pest. Pamphlets and fact sheets will be made available at the time of training and or posted on bulletin boards in specific areas such as the cafeteria and teachers lounge. This information will focus on pest reduction strategies connecting people behavior such as watering plants, feeding birds, eating at desks to pest problems.

F. OUTDOOR MONITORING

The IPM plan will follow a Annually evaluation schedule. When pests are present, Early Childhood Center has chosen an OUTDOOR monitoring schedule that consists of Weekly inspections. When pests are absent the OUTDOOR monitoring schedule will consist of Semiweekly 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..  Early Childhood Center has prepared maps of the outdoor facility and identified the following priority areas for maintenance:

Turf
Athletic field are priority Turf areas

Landscaping
Priority areas of the grounds consist of the building perimeter, playgrounds, athletic fields.

OutdoorGrounds
Priorities are around picnic tables/playground equipment/dumpsters



The following pests have historically and/or currently been a problem at Early Childhood Center:



TURF PESTS		LANDSCAPING AND PLANT PESTS		OUTDOOR GROUNDS PESTS
Insects/pests under the soil or root zone     Grubs (Japanese Beetles, European Chafer, Asiatic Garden Beetles, Oriental Beetles, and other) Weeds     Crabgrass Other		Weeds     Crabgrass Other     None at this time.		Insects observed in and around outdoor grounds of school property.     Mosquitoes & Flies     Stinging Insects Insects in playground area (if applicable)     Yellow Jackets Weeds Noxious weeds noticed on the school grounds     Poison Ivy Other     N/A     N/A     N/A




TURF MANAGEMENT PLAN

The following areas are priority areas for maintenance: Athletic field are priority Turf areas

Cultural Practices

Mowing:
The Abington Park Department chooses to mow at a height of 2 1/2" and aerate twice a year.

Aeration:
The Abington Park department choose to aerate the soil two times annually.

Water Management:
Athletic fields are watered in the early morning hours as needed.

Fertilization:
Fertilizers are applied four times a year at a rate of 1 1/4 lb per thousand square feet. The Abington Parks chooses to use a slow release fertilizer.

Equipment Maintenance:
The Abington Park department maintains and cleans their equipment as per the owners manual.



Turfgrass diseases


Describe the monitoring technique you used for the pests above.


Provide information on how you diagnosed the pests above.


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


Describe any alternative management or biological strategies being used or planned to be used, if any.


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


Insects/pests under the soil or root zone
Grubs (Japanese Beetles, European Chafer, Asiatic Garden Beetles, Oriental Beetles, and other)


Surface and/or thatch pests


Describe the monitoring technique you used for the pests above.
The Abington Park Department monitors the grounds during the periodic upkeep.

Provide information on how you identified the species of pests above.
The Abington Park Department has trained personnel on staff to identify any pest that are present.

Provide details on the non-chemical control measures have you taken to manage the pests above.
Non chemical controls consist of proper watering techniques along with general maintenance of grounds.

Describe any alternative management or biological strategies being used or planned to be used, if any.
No alternative methods are being used at this time.

If you use insecticides, describe your rationale for using them for the pests above.
Insecticides are used on a limited basis by trained personnel and only when required.

Pesticide Product Name	Active Ingredient	EPA Registration Number	Target Pest	Rationale for use
Merit.2%	Imidacloprid	3125-474-961	Grubs	elimination
Anvil 10+10	Sumethrin, Piperonyl	1020-1688-8329	Mosquito	Elimination
Duet	Prallethrin	1021-1795-8329	Mosquito	Elimination
Flit 10 EC	Permethrin,synthetic prethrooid	8329-67	Mosquito	Elimination




• Insecticides are only applied by a certified and/or licensed applicator. 
• Insecticides are used only when monitoring has shown that insects are present. 
• Selective insecticides are used where possible instead of broad spectrum insecticides. 
• Insecticide chemical classes are rotated. 
• Insecticides that are applied preventatively are used only in areas where insects occurred and were documented the previous year and can be expected to occur in current season. 
• Insecticide Use is documented in the STANDARD WRITTEN NOTIFICATION FORM. 

  Weeds
  Crabgrass
  

  Describe the monitoring technique you used for the pests above.
  Routine inspections are conducted during upkeep of landscape or when pest are present.

  Provide information on how you identified the species of pests above.
  The Abington Parks Department has trained grounds staff to identify pest species.

  Provide details on the non-chemical control measures have you taken to manage the pests above.
  The Abington Parks Department will routinely preform the following non - chemical control measures: Clipping removal,aeration,mowing,weed trimming.

  Describe any alternative management or biological strategies being used or planned to be used, if any.
  No alternative management or biological strategies are being used at this time.

  If you use herbicides, describe your rationale for using them for the pests above.
  Herbicides will only be used by qualified personnel for the purpose of weed control.

  Pesticide Product Name	Active Ingredient	EPA Registration Number	Target Pest	Rationale for use
  Prosecutor	Glyphosate	228-366-1040	weeds	Weed control
  Tupersan	Siduron	916-319	Crabgrass	Weed control
  Dimension	dithlopyr	10404-85	Crab Grass	Preventive

  
  

• Herbicides are only applied by a certified and/or licensed applicator. 
• Herbicides are applied as a spot treatment when appropriate. 
• Herbicides that are applied preventatively are used only in areas where weeds occurred and were documented the previous year and can be expected to occur in current season. 
• The herbicide chemical classes are rotated. 
• Selective insecticides are used where possible instead of broad spectrum insecticides. 
• Herbicide Use is documented in the STANDARD WRITTEN NOTIFICATION FORM. 
  
  

  LANDSCAPE MANAGEMENT PLAN

  The following areas are priority areas for maintenance: Priority areas of the grounds consist of the building perimeter, playgrounds, athletic fields.
  
  Cultural Practices
  
  Monitoring Program:
  Monitoring takes place during general upkeep of the grounds. When pest are present monitoring takes place on a day to day basis.
  
  Soil Maintenance:
  Soil maintenance is done on an annual basis.
  
  Fertilizer Use Practices:
  Slow release fertilizers are applied four times a year at a rate of 1 1/4 lbs per 1000 square feet.
  
  Plant Care:
  Plants are spaced so they are able to grow without obstruction and are mulched on an annual basis.
  
  Watering:
  The athletic field located behind the Early Childhood Center are such that the irrigation will operate in the early morning hours as needed.
  
  

  Tree and Shrub Diseases
  

  Describe the monitoring technique you used for the pests above.
  None at this time

  Provide information on how you diagnosed the pests above.
  N/A

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

  If you use fungicides, describe your rationale for using them in for the pests above.
  N/A

  Describe or identify any alternative management or biological strategies being used or planned to be used
  N/A

  Insects and Related Pests
  

  Describe the monitoring technique you used for the pests above.
  Monitoring takes place during maintenance of the property.

  Provide information on how you identified the species of the pests above.
  Trained grounds staff are able to identify species of pest.

  Provide details on the non-chemical control measures you have taken to manage the pests above.
  Non Chemical control measures include the following: mowing, clipping removal, aeration, watering.

  If you use insecticides, describe your rationale for using them for the pests above.
  The Abington Parks Department Will use insecticides on a limited basis as a preventive measure to control the spread of grubs.

  Describe or identify any alternative management or biological strategies being used or planned to be used
  None at this time.

  Pesticide Product Name	Active Ingredient	EPA Registration Number	Target Pest	Rationale for use
  Anvil 10 +10	Sumethrin, piperonyl	1020-1688-8329	Mosquito	Elimination
  Duet	Prallthrin, Sumethrin, piperonyl	1021-1795-8329	Mosquito	Elimination
  Flit 10 Ec	Permthrin, Synthetic Prythroid	8329-67	Mosquito	Elimination
  Merit .2%	Imidacloprid	3125-474-961	Grubs	elimination/preventive

  
  

• Insecticides are only applied by a certified and/or licensed applicator. 
• Insecticides are used only when monitoring has shown that insects are present. 
• Selective insecticides are used where possible instead of broad spectrum insecticides. 
• Insecticide chemical classes are rotated. 
• Insecticides that are applied preventatively are used only in areas where insects occurred and were documented the previous year and can be expected to occur in current season. 
• Insecticide Use is documented in the STANDARD WRITTEN NOTIFICATION FORM. 

  Weeds
  Crabgrass
  

  Describe the monitoring technique you used for the pests above.
  Inspections take place during routine maintenance of grounds.

  Provide information on how you identified the species of the pests above.
  The Abington Parks Department has staff trained to identify pest species.

  Provide details on the non-chemical control measures have you taken to manage the pests above.
  The Abington Parks Department uses the following non chemical control techniques: grass clipping removal and aeration

  If you use herbicides, describe your rationale for using them for the pests above.
  Herbicides are used on a limited basis and only used when required.

  Describe or identify any alternative management or biological strategies being used or planned to be used
  None at this time

  Pesticide Product Name	Active Ingredient	EPA Registration Number	Target Pest	Rationale for use
  Prosecutor	Glyphosate	228-366-1040	Weeds	Weed Control
  Tupersan	Siduron	916-319	Crab Grass	Weed Control
  Dimension	Dithlopr	10404-85	Crab Grass	Preventive

  
  

• Herbicides are only applied by a certified and/or licensed applicator. 
• Herbicides are applied as a spot treatment when appropriate. 
• Herbicides that are applied preventatively are used only in areas where weeds occurred and were documented the previous year and can be expected to occur in current season. 
• The herbicide chemical classes are rotated. 
• Selective insecticides are used where possible instead of broad spectrum insecticides. 
• Herbicide Use is documented in the STANDARD WRITTEN NOTIFICATION FORM. 
  
  

  OUTDOOR MANAGEMENT PLAN

  The following areas are priority areas for maintenance: Priorities are around picnic tables/playground equipment/dumpsters
  
  Cultural Practices
  
  OUTDOOR GROUNDS GENERAL MANAGEMENT PRACTICES
  
  Waste Disposal (trash containers and dumpsters):
  Dumpsters are monitored on a daily basis and emptied three times a week.
  
  Light Management:
  To minimize pest which may be attracted to night time illumination the Abington Public Schools chooses to use photo eye controls for the exterior lighting.
  
  Excess Water Prevention:
  Buildings are monitored on a weekly basis by building custodians
  
  Noxious Weed Management:
  Monthly inspections by Abington Parks Dept
  
  Playgrounds (if applicable):
  Monitoring playground equipment, maintenance of waste containers in those locations
  
  Nuisance weeds in pavement:
  Yearly crack sealing of paved areas
  
  Storage Sheds (If applicable):
  Monthly routine inspections
  
  

  Insects observed in and around outdoor grounds of school property.
  Mosquitoes & Flies
  Stinging Insects
  

  Pests
  Mosquitoes & Flies
  Stinging Insects
  

  Insects in playground area (if applicable)
  Yellow Jackets
  

  Describe the monitoring technique you used for the pests above.
  The IPM plan will follow a monthly evaluation schedule. When pest are present daily inspections will take place.

  Provide information on how you identified the species of the pests above.
  The Facility's contracted Pest Management Professional will give the final determination of identification of said pest and then instruct the IPM Coordinator as to the proper course of action.

  Provide details on the non-chemical control measures you have taken to manage the pests above.
  Victor Poison Free wasp and Hornet Killer with natural plant extract.

  If you use insecticides, describe your rationale for using them for the pests above.
  Insecticides are used on an as needed basis and are only applied by a certified and/or licensed applicator

  Pesticide Product Name	Active Ingredient	EPA Registration Number	Target Pest	Rationale for use
  speckoz	NEO PYNAMIN	1021164972113	wasp	elimination of pest
  Anvil 10+10	Sumethrin, Piperonyl	1020-1688-8329	Mosquito	Elimination
  Duet	Prallethrin,Sumethrin,Piperonyl	1021-1795-8329	Mosquito	Elimination
  Flit 10 EC	Permethrin, Synthetic Pyrethoid	8329-67	Mosquito	Elimination
  Merit.2%	Imidacloprid	3125-474-961	Grubs	Elimination

  
  

• Insecticides are only applied by a certified and/or licensed applicator. 
• Insecticides are used only when monitoring has shown that insects are present. 
• Selective insecticides are used where possible instead of broad spectrum insecticides. 
• Insecticides that are applied preventatively are used only in areas where insects occurred and were documented the previous year and can be expected to occur in current season. 
• Insecticide Use is documented in the STANDARD WRITTEN NOTIFICATION FORM. 

  Weeds
  Noxious weeds noticed on the school grounds
  Poison Ivy
  

  Describe the monitoring technique you used for the pests above.
  Inspections are conducted during upkeep of the landscape.

  Provide information on how you identified the species of the pests above.
  Grounds staff are trained to identify pest species.

  Provide details on the non-chemical control measures have you taken to manage the pests above.
  Non Chemical control measure that are taken consist of grass clipping removal,aeration,mowing,and trimming of overgrowth.

  If you use herbicides, describe your rationale for using them for the pests above.
  Herbicides will be used for the purpose of weed control when non chemical measures are not sufficient.

  Pesticide Product Name	Active Ingredient	EPA Registration Number	Target Pest	Rationale for use
  Prosecutor	Glyphosate	228-366-1040	Weeds/Ivy	Weed Control
  Tupersan	Siduron	916-319	Crab Grass	Weed control
  Dimension	Dithlopyr	10404-85	Crab Grass	Preventive

  
  

• Herbicides are only applied by a certified and/or licensed applicator. 
• Herbicides are applied as a spot treatment when appropriate. 
• Herbicides that are applied preventatively are used only in areas where weeds occurred and were documented the previous year and can be expected to occur in current season. 
• The herbicide chemical classes are rotated. 
• Selective insecticides are used where possible instead of broad spectrum insecticides. 
• Herbicide Use is documented in the STANDARD WRITTEN NOTIFICATION FORM. 

H. RECORD KEEPING

In the case of Early Childhood Center, 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, Ann Harper has assigned committee member Ann Harper 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, Ann Harper has assigned committee member Jason Linn 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 Early Childhood Center. 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
Dimension	dithlopyr	10404-85	Crab Grass	Preventive
Anvil 10 +10	Sumethrin, piperonyl	1020-1688-8329	Mosquito	Elimination
Duet	Prallthrin, Sumethrin, piperonyl	1021-1795-8329	Mosquito	Elimination
Flit 10 Ec	Permthrin, Synthetic Prythroid	8329-67	Mosquito	Elimination
Merit.2%	Imidacloprid	3125-474-961	Grubs	elimination
Tupersan	Siduron	916-319	Crabgrass	Weed control
Prosecutor	Glyphosate	228-366-1040	Weeds	Weed Control
Tupersan	Siduron	916-319	Crab Grass	Weed Control
Dimension	Dithlopr	10404-85	Crab Grass	Preventive
Merit .2%	Imidacloprid	3125-474-961	Grubs	elimination/preventive
Anvil 10+10	Sumethrin, Piperonyl	1020-1688-8329	Mosquito	Elimination
Duet	Prallethrin	1021-1795-8329	Mosquito	Elimination
Flit 10 EC	Permethrin,synthetic prethrooid	8329-67	Mosquito	Elimination
Prosecutor	Glyphosate	228-366-1040	weeds	Weed control
speckoz	NEO PYNAMIN	1021164972113	wasp	elimination of pest
Anvil 10+10	Sumethrin, Piperonyl	1020-1688-8329	Mosquito	Elimination
Duet	Prallethrin,Sumethrin,Piperonyl	1021-1795-8329	Mosquito	Elimination
Flit 10 EC	Permethrin, Synthetic Pyrethoid	8329-67	Mosquito	Elimination
Merit.2%	Imidacloprid	3125-474-961	Grubs	Elimination
Prosecutor	Glyphosate	228-366-1040	Weeds/Ivy	Weed Control
Tupersan	Siduron	916-319	Crab Grass	Weed control
Dimension	Dithlopyr	10404-85	Crab Grass	Preventive

M. WELL WATER SYSTEM

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