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Ohio School IPM Program

Ohio School IPM Program. Barbara Bloetscher Dept. Entomology Slides from Joanne Kick-Raack, State Program Director, Pesticide Education Program and Dr. David Shetlar, Dept. Entomology. Problems with Pesticides in Schools….

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Ohio School IPM Program

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  1. Ohio School IPM Program Barbara Bloetscher Dept. Entomology Slides from Joanne Kick-Raack, State Program Director, Pesticide Education Program and Dr. David Shetlar, Dept. Entomology

  2. Problems with Pesticides in Schools…. • Pesticides are being used by unlicensed teachers, staff and janitors during school hours • Lack of accurate record keeping • Use of pesticides not necessarily applied appropriately (not consistent with label directions)

  3. Rat bait spread around trash

  4. Ant Bait in open places… Station is upside down!

  5. New Rules Related to IPM OAC 901:5-11-14 Integrated Pest Management Standard- optional but rules must be followed for those who claim to use IPM. OAC 901:5-11-15 Pesticide Use in Schools- mandatory

  6. What is IPM? Ohio Revised Code 921.01 “Integrated pest management (IPM)- a sustainable approach to managing pests by combining biological, cultural, physical, and chemical tools to minimize economic, health, and environmental risks.”

  7. School IPM Standard- what it is OAC 901:5-11-14 • ODA established this rule as a consumer protection standard. • Using IPM is optional, but… • If claim to use IPM, must follow guidelines in the Rule. • Applies to all non-agricultural areas. • Prevents false claims of using IPM

  8. IPM Standard OAC 901:5-11-14 • Applies to anyone involved in IPM activities for non-ag use in Ohio • Pesticide businesses • School personnel- teachers, staff, maintenance, custodians etc. • Individuals conducting IPM activities

  9. IPM Standard- how does it work? Schools, businesses, etc. stating they have an IPM program must follow criteria in ODA Rules. These rules maintain consistent, safe program for all schools enlisted. Schools can become “Star Certified” via National IPM Institute which is a quality rating (good reason to increase tax levy!)

  10. IPM Standard ComponentsOAC 901:5-11-14 Conduct a comprehensive site assessment Determine needs, priorities and measures to be taken Establish a strategy, schedule, and specific recommendations for site monitoring and assessment Evaluate results and go back through all 4 steps again

  11. Details of School IPM Standard.. • Will be discussed later in more detail. • In IPM program pesticides may be used but.. • Once make decision to use a pesticide then must follow OAC 15 “Pesticide Use in Schools” for structural pest control

  12. New RulePesticide Use in Schools Applies to schools, education service centers, community schools, STEM schools; and non-public schools chartered by the state board of education under Revised Code. Applies only to structural (including perimeter) pest applications --not lawns, athletic fields etc.

  13. Rule based on potential for exposure • School not in session –no/little exposure • School in session • Type of pesticide/application in area where no/little exposure • All other applications— require posting and restrict entry

  14. B.(1) When are pesticides allowed? The school day has concluded When school is not in session under the school board calendar Before school if the longer of 4 hours, or the minimum label reentry time has elapsed since the end of the application

  15. 2. The pesticide is applied when the school building is in use if… • Persons other than pesticide applicators and necessary school staff are not scheduled to be in the treatment during or for the longer of 4 hours, or the minimum time specified by the label. • Area is posted with signs

  16. Post Treated Area with signs • The sign must be at least 8 ½ x 11” • Letters are at least 1” high • “Pesticide Treatment Area, Do Not Enter Before (the date and time where re-entry will be permitted into the treatment area)." • Re-entry is the later of 4 hrs, or the minimum time specified on the label, after treatment ends.

  17. 3. For these pesticides you do not need to post signs: • Manufactured paste or gel baits; • Paraffin-based rodent control products in tamper-resistant bait stations, • Termite-baiting stations; • Rodenticides placed in wall voids or areas inaccessible to humans; • Disinfectants, sanitizers, and anti-microbial agents; • Dusts used in unoccupied areas

  18. 4. For all pesticide applications, this info must be given to contact person: Date and time that the pesticide was applied; Treatment area; Target pests; Brand name and EPA registration number of the pesticide applied; and Time or conditions for re-entering the treatment area as specified by the label of the pesticide applied, if any is specified. (**Sanitizers, disinfectants are exempt)

  19. Develop Prior Notification Policyfor (B.2) applications—made when school is in session The method of prior notification shall be determined by school. Parents or guardians of children, faculty & staff who are enrolled or employed at the school may request and receive notifications of service visits and pesticide applications made at the school. Emergency provisions described.

  20. - Must designate a school employee as a contact person for pesticide applications made at the school (except disinfectants). - This contact person shall maintain for inspection by ODA: Records for 1 year following the date of the pesticide application; Documentation that requested notifications were made according to the established school policy Contact person for pesticide applications

  21. Wrap up…When can pesticides be applied to school buildings? When school building is not in use When area to be treated will not be in use for 4 hours or longer if the label requires it, and the treated area is posted When treating with baits according to labeled directions for use When treating unoccupied areas with dusts according to labeled directions for use. Exterior surface sprays for structural pest control are also under these rules

  22. When pesticides are applied, Schools must: • Follow rules for various types of applications • Designate a contact person • Establish a notification policy • Keep notification info for 1 year. • Maintain records for ODA

  23. Reminders • Additional laws apply to school employees who make applications. • Proper licensing, training, direct supervision of employees. • ODA requires applicators to keep records for 3 yrs. (Application records require more info than notification records). • Use consistent with the label! • … and other pesticide laws.

  24. To make pesticide applications you must be…. A licensed commercial applicator or A trained serviceperson working under direct supervision of a licensed applicator

  25. Commercial Applicator License Required if you… Apply pesticides to the property of another for hire Work for any government agency—federal, state, county, twp, city, village Or, apply pesticides to areas defined in law as “publicly accessible” Whether the pesticide is restricted or general use …even homeowner or low toxicity products

  26. License Information: ODA has many license categories. * General Pest Control (ODA Category 10A) Ornamental plants (Category 6A) Turfgrass (Category 8) What does this mean? Either earn more license categories Or, work with applicators who have the appropriate categories

  27. Can you apply? You have a license for turf applications Can you make applications for Multi-colored Asian lady beetles that get into the school?

  28. General Pest Control, ODA Category 10A YES! YES! NO! NO!

  29. NO! NO! Ornamental Pest Control, ODA Cat. 6A Lawn Pest Control, ODA Cat. 8 YES! YES!

  30. Licensing Procedure License application is $35 ODA provides study materials Select exam site and pre-register Must pass “Core” & all necessary categories. If do not pass all exams, only retake ones you did not pass One year to pass or start over,--No charge for exams

  31. Certification vs. Licensing Annual license fee. Certification lasts 3 years Certification means demonstrate competence by testing Once you are certified initially, you can attend recertification programs instead of retesting

  32. Ohio Trained Serviceman An employee of a commercial applicator who has been instructed in the proper use of the equipment and all pesticides with which he/she is to work. Unlicensed Works under the instruction and control of a licensed applicator Can work indefinitely as servicemen—no requirement currently in Ohio to become licensed

  33. Direct Supervision Definition of Direct Supervision Applicator must demonstrate instruction and control over trained service person they supervise 25 miles or available within 2hrs. It is an unlawful act if you fail to provide supervision

  34. Trained Serviceman New employees must be trained before first occupational exposure to pesticides. Read ODA trained serviceman manual or equivalent training. Verification of training must be kept in personnel records during employment and 3 yrs thereafter. Signed by supervisor and employee. Must provide labels and proper protective equipment—labels must be in vehicle or at worksite if applicator not on site.

  35. A trained serviceman is someone who… Applies pesticides Assists with pesticide applications Cleans, repair, or maintain pesticide application equipment—such as boom sprayers, backpacks etc. that may contain residue Mix, load, or transfer pesticides into application equipment. Dispose of pesticides or containers with pesticides in them

  36. Pesticide Applicator Recordkeeping

  37. Ohio Requirements for Record keeping Records required for all applications (even spot applications). Record information on the day of application Business must keep records for 3 years and make available to ODA Different items for outdoor and structural applications Submit records to pesticide business registered location or employer within 10 business days.

  38. Commercial ApplicatorPesticide Application Records Certified applicator (name, certification number) and all applicators. Name and address of person contracting for service. Month, day, year of application. Type and size of area to be treated. Location or identification of treatment area. Brand name, EPA registration number

  39. Commercial ApplicatorPesticide Application Records Total amount of each pesticide used If diluted, total volume of use dilution applied Type of application equipment used Time of day –start and stop time Wind direction and speed, air temperature, and other weather conditions if applicable.

  40. Pesticide storage requirements Do not store pesticides above or against sensitive items (feed, food, medication, toys) No drain or must plug drain Lock for security

  41. More information on ODA Rules Ohio Dept Agriculture www.agri.ohio.gov OSU Pest Ed- http://pested.osu.edu/ OSU School IPM- http://bugs.osu.edu/ whatever

  42. Plant and Pest Diagnostic Clinic 8995 E. Main St. Reynoldsburg, OH 43068 (614) 292-5006 http://ppdc.osu.edu Extension Entomologists: http://bugs.osu.edu Ohio State Factsheets:http://ohioline.osu.edu For Diagnostic Services

  43. Thank you! • Ohio Dept. Agriculture • EPA • Safe Zone IPM • School IPM Stakeholders • OSU Extension

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