District Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Policy Statement
Beaver County School District is committed to the principles and practice of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) to reduce and/or eliminate pests which have public health or property damage significance. Specifically, this plan is put in place to address pests that are vectors for disease, carry allergens that are likely to affect individuals with allergies or respiratory problems, or may sting or bite causing mild to serious reactions in some individuals.
Education Resources for Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
IPM State Rule: R392-200-7. Sanitary Facilities and Controls.
(12) Pest Management.
(a) The governing body shall minimize in school buildings or on school grounds the presence of pests that are vectors for disease, carry allergens that are likely to affect individuals with allergies or respiratory problems, or may sting or bite causing mild to serious reactions in some individuals.
(b) The governing body shall adopt integrated pest management (IPM) practices and principles to prevent unacceptable levels of pest activity with the least possible hazard to people, property, and the environment.
(c) The governing body shall have a written integrated pest management plan written by the governing body or provided by the contracted pest management contractor whether IPM is implemented as an internal process or contracted to a pest management professional. The plan shall include sections that cover the following topics: an IPM policy statement; IPM implementation and education; pest identification, monitoring procedures, reporting and control practices; approved pesticides; procedures for pesticide use; a policy for the notification of students, parents, and staff; and applicator requirements. Guidance for an IPM plan can be found in publications of the IPM Institute of North America. The Department or the Local Health Officer may require changes in a school's IPM plan if the plan neglects or causes a threat to the health or safety of the occupants of a school.
(d) The governing body shall use non-chemical management methods whenever possible to provide the desired control. The governing body shall use a full range of control alternatives including: identification and removal or repair of conditions that are conducive to pests; structural repair and sealing; improved sanitation; removal of clutter or harborage; elimination of food sources; exclusionary measures to protect doors, windows and any other opening to the outside against the entrance of insects, rodents, and other animals. A no-action alternative shall also be considered in cases where the pest has no public health or property damage significance.
(e) If the governing body chooses to not use a contracted pest control contractor, school personnel who apply pesticides shall follow the Utah Dept. of Agriculture pesticide regulation R68-7. The applicator shall apply all products according to the pesticide label directions.
Pest Reporting Procedures
Anyone may report pest problems to their local school office or the Beaver County School District office at 435.438.2291. Schools shall report pest problems to the District facilities staff as they are observed.
Notification to Students, Parents, and Staff of IPM Plan
All schools shall make available to the public the District’s IPM policy and procedures in their school handbooks. All schools shall also make available the IPM policy and procedures on their school website. The District shall develop an internet website which can be used as a central resource for IPM resources.
Use of Non-Chemical Management Methods
Where possible, use of non-chemical management methods should be used to provide for the desired pest control. These methods include:
Identification and removal or repair of conditions that are conducive to pests
Structural repair and sealing
Improved sanitation
Removal of clutter or harborage
Elimination of food sources
Exclusionary measures to protect doors, windows, and any other opening to the outside against the entrance of insects, rodents, and other animals
“No Action” Alternative
If the pest(s) has no public health or property damage significance, no action is required.
Approved Pesticide List & Related Application Requirements
The District shall develop an approved pesticide list and shall train all school custodians when and how to use approved pesticides and specific application requirements.
District Approved Pesticide List (link)
Use of Licensed/Certified Independent Pest Control Contractor
The District shall contract with a licensed/certified independent pest control contractor. The independent contractor shall:
• Ensure and assist the District in meeting all pest control and public health requirements as outlined in laws, rules, and regulations
• Develop and implement a plan to address the outdoor problem of gophers, moles, ground squirrels, prairie dogs, rodents, and other outdoor pests at all schools and building sites
• Conduct a quarterly inspection of all district schools and buildings and make recommendations for pest control treatment to the district after each quarterly inspection
• Minimize use of non-chemical management methods where reasonably possible and ensure the safety of students is given high priority
• Make recommendations and provide support to train district personnel for pest control management practices
• Have current relevant licenses and certifications
• Submit to a background check before working on school campuses