Ben Gianakos of Ransford, . By signing the end of this outdoor IPM plan, the IPM coordinator, Dawn Murphy, 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 Here We Grow Preschool on 7/26/2010 5:35:00 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 Here We Grow Preschool 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, Dawn Murphy Objectives
The objectives of the integrated pest management program conducted at the Here We Grow Preschool 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 Here We Grow Preschool 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 Here We Grow Preschool are listed below:
1) Dawn Murphy (Outdoor IPM Coordinator)
2) Wayne Prouty
3) Dawn Murphy
4) Craig Premo
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
Annual training that covers procedures for pest-reporting and pest prevention, plus prohibited methods.
F. OUTDOOR MONITORING
The IPM plan will follow a Annually evaluation schedule. When pests are present, Here We Grow Preschool has chosen an OUTDOOR monitoring schedule that consists of Monthly 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.. Here We Grow Preschool has prepared maps of the outdoor facility and identified the following priority areas for maintenance:
Landscaping
Playground.
OutdoorGrounds
Playground.
The following pests have historically and/or currently been a problem at Here We Grow Preschool:
| TURF PESTS | | LANDSCAPING AND
PLANT PESTS | | OUTDOOR GROUNDS
PESTS |
| |
Other | | | None reported to date. |
| |
Pests
| | | Stinging Insects |
Insects in playground area (if applicable)
| | | Yellow Jackets |
Other |
|
LANDSCAPE MANAGEMENT PLAN
The following areas are priority areas for maintenance: Playground.
Cultural Practices
Monitoring Program:
Monthly inspection by Ransford.
Soil Maintenance:
Monthly inspection by Ransford.
Fertilizer Use Practices:
N/A
Plant Care:
Mulch turned four times per year and replaced as needed.
Watering:
Town water.
Tree and Shrub Diseases
Describe the monitoring technique you used for the pests above.
N/A
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.
Monthly inspection by Ransford.
Provide information on how you identified the species of the pests above.
Occassional seasonal bees.
Provide details on the non-chemical control measures you have taken to manage the pests above.
N/A
If you use insecticides, describe your rationale for using them for the pests above.
Recommended by Ransford.
Describe or identify any alternative management or biological strategies being used or planned to be used
N/A
Pesticide
Product
Name | Active
Ingredient | EPA Registration
Number | Target
Pest | Rationale
for use |
| Tempo Dust | | 3125-569 | Bees | Recommended by Ransford. |
- 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.
Weeds
Describe the monitoring technique you used for the pests above.
N/A
Provide information on how you identified the species of 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 herbicides, describe your rationale for using them for the pests above.
N/A
Describe or identify any alternative management or biological strategies being used or planned to be used
N/A
OUTDOOR MANAGEMENT PLAN
The following areas are priority areas for maintenance: Playground.
Cultural Practices
OUTDOOR GROUNDS GENERAL MANAGEMENT PRACTICES
Waste Disposal (trash containers and dumpsters):
Waste Management Dumpster - trash removal weekly.
Light Management:
No outside lights in playground area.
Excess Water Prevention:
Gutters cleaned. Drain system in place.
Noxious Weed Management:
Monthly inspection.
Playgrounds (if applicable):
Monthly inspection.
Nuisance weeds in pavement:
Monthly inspection.
Storage Sheds (If applicable):
N/A - no storage sheds.
Insects observed in and around outdoor grounds of school property.
Stinging Insects
Pests
Stinging Insects
Insects in playground area (if applicable)
Yellow Jackets
Describe the monitoring technique you used for the pests above.
Monthly inspection by Ransford. Regular inspection prior to each use.
Provide information on how you identified the species of the pests above.
By site.
Provide details on the non-chemical control measures you have taken to manage the pests above.
N/A
If you use insecticides, describe your rationale for using them for the pests above.
Recommended by Ransford.
Pesticide
Product
Name | Active
Ingredient | EPA Registration
Number | Target
Pest | Rationale
for use |
| Tempo Dust | | 3125-569 | Bees | Recommended by Ransford. |
- 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.
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 Here We Grow Preschool, 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, Dawn Murphy has assigned committee member Dawn Murphy 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, Dawn Murphy has assigned committee member Craig Premo 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 Here We Grow Preschool. 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 |
| Tempo Dust | | 3125-569 | Bees | Recommended by Ransford. |
| Tempo Dust | | 3125-569 | Bees | Recommended by Ransford. |
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
| ________________________________________________ | __/______/___ |
| IPM Coordinator Signature | Date |
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| ________________________________________________ | __/______/___ |
| Administrator, Director, or Principal | Date |
Outdoor IPM Plan originally submitted on: 2/18/2008 7:19:00 PM
Plan updated by Dawn Murphy on: 7/26/2010 5:35:00 PM