By signing the end of this outdoor IPM plan, the IPM coordinator, Matthew  Flandreau, 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 The Goddard School on 10/19/2009 4:18:00 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 The Goddard 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,  Matthew  Flandreau

Objectives
The objectives of the integrated pest management program conducted at the The Goddard 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 The Goddard 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 The Goddard School are listed below:
1) Matthew  Flandreau (Outdoor IPM Coordinator)
2) Sheri  Flandreau
3) Rebecca Putnam

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

At the initial yearly teacher in-service the director will describe the IPM plan to all staff.

F. OUTDOOR MONITORING

The IPM plan will follow a Annually evaluation schedule. When pests are present, The Goddard School has chosen an OUTDOOR monitoring schedule that consists of Daily 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..  The Goddard School has prepared maps of the outdoor facility and identified the following priority areas for maintenance:

Landscaping
The front of the building



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



TURF PESTS		LANDSCAPING AND PLANT PESTS		OUTDOOR GROUNDS PESTS
		Other     None





LANDSCAPE MANAGEMENT PLAN

The following areas are priority areas for maintenance: The front of the building

Cultural Practices

Monitoring Program:
At the beginning of each season, the plant species are monitored.

Soil Maintenance:
Soil testing was completed upon the opening of the building and would be completed again as neccessary.

Fertilizer Use Practices:
Fertilizers are used as needed during the Spring/Summer months. Fertilizers are dispersed on Friday evenings as fast release after the close of school.

Plant Care:
Mulch is used sparingly in the front of the building away from child play areas.

Watering:
Automatic sprinkler system, operates twice a week or as needed for fertilization.



Tree and Shrub Diseases


Describe the monitoring technique you used for the pests above.
Landscaping company reports weekly

Provide information on how you diagnosed the pests above.
Not Applicable

Provide details on the non-chemical control measures have you taken to manage the pests above.
Not Applicable

If you use fungicides, describe your rationale for using them in for the pests above.
Not Applicable

Describe or identify any alternative management or biological strategies being used or planned to be used
Not Applicable

Pesticide Product Name	Active Ingredient	EPA Registration Number	Target Pest	Rationale for use
None




• Fungicides are applied by a certified and/or licensed applicator. 
• The disease was identified by a laboratory diagnostic test. 
• Fungicides are rotated based upon chemical group. 
• Fungicides that are applied preventatively are used only in areas where diseases occurred and were documented the previous year and can be expected to occur in current season. 
• Fungicide Use is documented in the STANDARD WRITTEN NOTIFICATION FORM. 

  Insects and Related Pests
  

  Describe the monitoring technique you used for the pests above.
  The landscaping company monitors the outdoor areas on a weekly basis.

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

  Provide details on the non-chemical control measures you have taken to manage the pests above.
  Monitoring playground for atmosphere that is inviting to ticks (Tall grass, etc. ) and eliminating.

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

  Describe or identify any alternative management or biological strategies being used or planned to be used
  None to Date

  Pesticide Product Name	Active Ingredient	EPA Registration Number	Target Pest	Rationale for use
  Talstar	Bifenthrin	1686	insects	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
  

  Describe the monitoring technique you used for the pests above.
  The Landscaping Company reports weekly.

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

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

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

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

  Pesticide Product Name	Active Ingredient	EPA Registration Number	Target Pest	Rationale for use
  Confront	Triclopye	2154476-BG40LB	Weeds	elimination

  
  

• 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 The Goddard 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, Rebecca Putnam has assigned committee member Rebecca Putnam 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, Rebecca Putnam has assigned committee member Matthew Flandreau 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 The Goddard 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
Eco PCO	rosemary oil	none	crawling insects	if spray is needed
Confront	Triclopye	2154476-BG40LB	Weeds	elimination
None
Talstar	Bifenthrin	1686	insects	elimination
Suspend SC	deltamethrin	432-763	insects	if needed

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
________________________________________________	__/______/___
Administrator, Director, or Principal	Date

Outdoor IPM Plan originally submitted on: 1/26/2005 1:11:00 PM
Plan updated by Rebecca Putnam on: 10/19/2009 4:18:00 PM