SCHOOL IPM (Integrated Pest Management)
What causes more damage to your health - Pest or Pesticide? School administrators and others who have decision-making responsibilities for pest management in and around school buildings and grounds should know that safer options exist. Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is a proven method of pest control that emphasizes simple, prevention practices that cause the least harm to people and the environment. IPM focuses on eliminating the cause of pests by minimizing access to food, water, and hiding places. Schools have a responsibility to provide safe and healthy learning environments. Protecting Children in Schools from Pests and Pesticides Pesticides are powerful tools for controlling pests. However, pesticides need to be used carefully and judiciously, especially when used in sensitive areas where children are present. Children are more sensitive than adults to pesticides. Young children can have greater exposure to pesticides from crawling, exploring, or other ha