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 Frolio Middle School on 7/17/2009 3:57:00 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 Frolio Middle 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,  Jason Linn

Objectives
The objectives of the integrated pest management program conducted at the Frolio Middle 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 Frolio Middle School 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 Frolio Middle School are listed below:
1) Jason Linn (Outdoor IPM Coordinator)
2) Felicia Moschella
3) Mark  Chirokas
4) Joseph Turowski
5) Jeffrey Knight
6) Edward Wilhelm
7) Edward Burgess

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 in writing with an administrator who then passes the information onto the IPM coordinator when necessary.

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. 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, Frolio Middle School has chosen an OUTDOOR monitoring schedule that consists of Semiweekly inspections. When pests are absent the OUTDOOR monitoring schedule will consist of Weekly 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..  Frolio Middle School has prepared maps of the outdoor facility and identified the following priority areas for maintenance:

Turf
Building perimeter along with the athletics field located in the rear of the Frolio Middle School.

Landscaping
Priority areas of the landscape include building perimeter and athletic fields

OutdoorGrounds
Building openings and athletic fields are a priority for maintenance.



The following pests have historically and/or currently been a problem at Frolio Middle School:



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		Insects observed in and around outdoor grounds of school property.     Mosquitoes & Flies     Stinging Insects Weeds Noxious weeds noticed on the school grounds     Poison Ivy Other




TURF MANAGEMENT PLAN

The following areas are priority areas for maintenance: Building perimeter along with the athletics field located in the rear of the Frolio Middle School.

Cultural Practices

Mowing:
The Abington Park Department chooses to cut the grass at a height of 2 1/2" and aerate two times annually.

Aeration:
The Abington Park Department chooses to aerate the soil two times annually.

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

Fertilization:
Slow release fertilizer is applied at a rate of 1 1/4lb per 1,000 square feet 4 times a year.

Equipment Maintenance:
The Abington Park Department maintains their equipment as per the owner's 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.
Monitoring takes place during the upkeep of the landscape.

Provide information on how you identified the species of 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.
Regular mowing, watering and inspection take place throughout the year.

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

If you use insecticides, describe your rationale for using them for the pests above.
Insecticides are used to prevent the spread of pest when pest has been identified.

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
Flit10 EC	Permethrin,Synthetic pryrthroid	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. 
• 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 when pest are present.

  Provide information on how you identified the species of pests above.
  Species have been identified through trained grounds staff.

  Provide details on the non-chemical control measures have you taken to manage the pests above.
  Non chemical control measures that the Abington Park Department have taken include grass clipping removal, aeration, mowing and weed trimming.

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

  If you use herbicides, describe your rationale for using them for the pests above.
  Herbicides will be used as weed control when non- chemical control measure prove noneffective.

  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

  
  

• Herbicides are only applied by a certified and/or licensed applicator. 
  
  

  LANDSCAPE MANAGEMENT PLAN

  The following areas are priority areas for maintenance: Priority areas of the landscape include building perimeter and athletic fields
  
  Cultural Practices
  
  Monitoring Program:
  The monitoring program for the Frolio Middle School is performed on a day to day basis.
  
  Soil Maintenance:
  Soil maintenance such as testing is done on an as needed basis and mulching is done on an annual basis.
  
  Fertilizer Use Practices:
  Slow release fertilizers are used at a rate of 1 1/4 lbs per 1000 square feet four times a year.
  
  Plant Care:
  Plants are spaced so they are able to grow without obstruction and are mulched on an annual basis.
  
  Watering:
  The athletic fields located behind the Frolio Middle School 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.
  

  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.
  

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

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

  Insects and Related Pests
  

  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 you have taken to manage the pests above.
  

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

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

  Weeds
  Crabgrass
  

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

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

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

  If you use herbicides, describe your rationale for using them for the pests above.
  Herbicides are used as a preventative measure and to limit growth of identified species

  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
  Dimension	dithlopyr	10404-85	crabgrass	preventative
  Prosecutor	Glyphosate	228-366-1040	weeds/ivy	weed control

  
  

• Herbicides are only applied by a certified and/or licensed applicator. 
• Herbicides are applied as a spot treatment when appropriate. 
  
  

  OUTDOOR MANAGEMENT PLAN

  The following areas are priority areas for maintenance: Building openings and athletic fields are a priority for maintenance.
  
  Cultural Practices
  
  OUTDOOR GROUNDS GENERAL MANAGEMENT PRACTICES
  
  Waste Disposal (trash containers and dumpsters):
  Dumpsters are maintained on a daily basis and are scheduled to be emptied at least three times per week.
  
  Light Management:
  Light fixtures are installed at entrance locations. Time clocks and photocell controls are up to date and maintained.
  
  Excess Water Prevention:
  All drainage systems are maintained to ensure that they are operating correctly.
  
  Noxious Weed Management:
  General maintenance of landscaping which includes regular mowing and weed trimming.
  
  Playgrounds (if applicable):
  Visual inspections conducted by playground staff and Abington Park Department.
  
  Nuisance weeds in pavement:
  Preventive crack sealing & application of Prosecutor in problem areas.
  
  Storage Sheds (If applicable):
  N/A
  
  

  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)
  

  Describe the monitoring technique you used for the pests above.
  When pest are present daily inspections take place.

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

  Provide details on the non-chemical control measures you have taken to manage the pests above.
  Non Poison wasp spray and improved landscaping practice.

  If you use insecticides, describe your rationale for using them for the pests above.
  Pest Control

  Pesticide Product Name	Active Ingredient	EPA Registration Number	Target Pest	Rationale for use
  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. 

  Weeds
  Noxious weeds noticed on the school grounds
  Poison Ivy
  

  Describe the monitoring technique you used for the pests above.
  Monitoring takes place during upkeep of the 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.
  No treatment is taking place at this time.

  If you use herbicides, describe your rationale for using them for the pests above.
  To prevent the spread of weeds.

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

  
  

• Herbicides are only applied by a certified and/or licensed applicator. 
• Herbicides are applied as a spot treatment when appropriate. 
• Selective insecticides are used where possible instead of broad spectrum insecticides. 

H. RECORD KEEPING

In the case of Frolio Middle 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, Jeffrey Knight has assigned committee member Felicia Moschella 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, Jeffrey Knight 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 Frolio Middle 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
Prosecutor	Glyphosate	228-366-1040	weeds/ivy	weed control
Anvil 10 +10	Sumethrin, Piperonyl	1020-1688-8329	Mosquito	Elimination
Anvil 10 + 10	Sumethrin, Piperonyl	1020-1688-8329	Mosquito	Elimination
Dimension	dithlopyr	10404-85	crabgrass	preventative
Duet	Prallthrin,Sumethrin, Piperonyl	1021-1795-8329	Mosquito	Elimination
Flit10 EC	Permethrin,Synthetic pryrthroid	8329-67	Mosquito	Elimination
Merit.2%	Imidacloprid	3125-474-961	Grubs	Elimination
Prosecutor	Glyphosate	228-366-1040	Weeds	Weed Control
Tupersan	Siduron	916-319	Crab Grass	weed Control
Duet	Prallethrin	1021-1795-8329	Mosquito	Elimination
Flit 10 EC	Permethrin,synthetic prethrooid	8329-67	Mosquito	Elimination
Tupersan	Siduron	916-319	Crab Grass	Pre-emergent
Prosecutor	Glyphosate	228-366-1040	Weeds	Weed Control

M. WELL WATER SYSTEM

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