How to Implement Integrated Pest Management (IPM) the School System Marc L. Lame Indiana University School of Public and Environmental Affairs Dr. Marc Lame, Indiana University

PREFACE: Where am I coming from? As an ex-IPM Specialist - frustrated As an ex-enviro. Regulator - confused As a taxpayer/parent - angry As a teacher/administrator - hopeful As an entomologist - excited Dr. Marc Lame, Indiana University

Dr. Marc Lame, Indiana University CONTENTS: WHAT DOES THE SCHOOL COMMUNITY WANT? WHY DO WE HAVE PESTS? A SHIFT IN MANAGEMENT From NO POWER TO EMPOWER HOW TO GET STARTED KEEPING THE SNOWBALL ROLLING Dr. Marc Lame, Indiana University

The School Community Demands: a SAFE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT!! Dr. Marc Lame, Indiana University

A SAFE LEARING ENVIRONMENT Security - regarding invaders Structural integrity - injuries Comfortable atmosphere – not too hot, not too cold Sanitary/orderly facilities –clean and uncluttered Poison free – germs, drugs, chemicals AT AN AFFORDABLE PRICE!!! Dr. Marc Lame, Indiana University

current support system for public schools SAFE, LEARNING ENVIRONMENT c u s t o d i a l m a i t e n c k i t c h e n A d m i n. t e a c h r s s t u d e n education Dr. Marc Lame, Indiana University

current supportive roles: custodial - cleaning the environment (sanitation) maintenance - maintaining the environment (security, energy conservation, grounds…) kitchen staff - providing sanitary food administration - political, program, and resource management students (parents)/teachers - occupants and policy drivers Dr. Marc Lame, Indiana University

Regarding Pests We want, we demand No Pests! No Pesticides! Dr. Marc Lame, Indiana University

The traditional pest management model SAFE, LEARNING ENVIRONMENT SAFE, LEARNING ENVIRONMENT e x t r m i n a o r = PCO P E S T I C D = Dr. Marc Lame, Indiana University

a Shift in Pest Management SAFE, LEARNING ENVIRONMENT SAFE, LEARNING ENVIRONMENT c u s t o d i a l m a i t e n c k i t c h e n A d m i n. t e a c h r s P C O s t u d e n Staff - job related technologies Admin. - policies quality management Teachers/students - curriculum EDUCATION: Dr. Marc Lame, Indiana University

a Shift to IPM = = S c h e d u l T r e a t m n s SAFE, LEARNING ENVIRONMENT SAFE, LEARNING ENVIRONMENT S c h e d u l T r e a t m n s S a n i t o C u l t r a C h e m i c a l E x c l u s i o n M e c h a n i l = = monitoring, prevention, treatment (identification, biology, technology) EDUCATION: Dr. Marc Lame, Indiana University

The Foundation is Education Knowledge is Power Power to prevent pests Power to monitor for problems Power to control Dr. Marc Lame, Indiana University

Dr. Marc Lame, Indiana University prevention Doing what you do now---just think pests!!! Security = exclusion Energy conservation = exclusion Sanitation = nothing to eat Clutter control = no place to live Dr. Marc Lame, Indiana University

Dr. Marc Lame, Indiana University monitoring Doing what you do now---just think pests!!! Is there a problem? How big is the problem? Who needs to know? COMMUNICATION!!! Who better to monitor than the inhabitants of the facility??? Dr. Marc Lame, Indiana University

Dr. Marc Lame, Indiana University control Doing what you do now---just think pests!!! Repair what is broken Remove the source of the problem Communicate with the responsible person Professional improvement Dr. Marc Lame, Indiana University

What Integrated Pest Management IS NOT ·          A term or job description added to an unwilling or unqualified individual (the school district must either employ or contract with a qualified Pest Management Professional). ·          A “low bid” process subject to unqualified exterminators, or qualified Pest Management Professionals who will not be able to perform to professional standards Dr. Marc Lame, Indiana University

Dr. Marc Lame, Indiana University IPM is NOT ·          An “out of sight, out of mind” contractual function. The school community must be willing to communicate with their Pest Management Professional in order to facilitate long term cultural controls (practices to reduce attracting pests) and mechanical control (practices to exclude pests) Dr. Marc Lame, Indiana University

Dr. Marc Lame, Indiana University IPM is NOT ·           A chemical pesticide program to prevent pests from entering schools ·          A no chemical pesticide option. There are situations where chemical pesticides are necessary and can be used safely. Dr. Marc Lame, Indiana University

Minimum Implementation Standards The school administration is aware of what their pest management program is. Those responsible for the cultural (sanitation) and mechanical (exclusion) components of IPM have been trained to incorporate them into existing job responsibilities . Those responsible for the chemical pesticide component of IPM are certified PCOs (with instructions to treat as needed and based on monitoring) Dr. Marc Lame, Indiana University

Steps for successful implementation 1 - Develop the resources necessary to provide a quality and sustainable program 2 - Administrative commitment because “it’s the right thing” 3 – Conduct a Pilot Program 4 – Confirm, Recognize and Reward 5 – Sustain and Expand District-wide 6 -Take Over the World Dr. Marc Lame, Indiana University

Dr. Marc Lame, Indiana University 1 - Develop the resources necessary to provide a quality and sustainable program Experienced “peers” Pest Management Professionals Program coordinators – “on site” and team Local Health Department buy in State and Federal cooperation Media Dr. Marc Lame, Indiana University

2 - Administrative commitment because “it’s the right thing” – Approach the highest school authority possible, outline your resources, describe a model PILOT program which can “meet their needs” Delegate authorized “point person” Sign a detailed MOU Designate Pilot Schools – whose principals will be contacted by the Administration Dr. Marc Lame, Indiana University

3 – Conduct a Pilot Program Assess the pest problems Assess the pest management Assess the costs of pest management Communicate “Conducive Conditions” “program awareness” training for staff Newsletters One-on-one training for staff and PCOs Evaluate and Nurture Dr. Marc Lame, Indiana University

4 – Confirm, Recognize and Reward Communicate results (midterm and final) to the school community – particularly the decision makers Invite media participation (over and over) Recognize program participants with plaques, etc. Recognize participants as invited speakers (statewide and out-of-state) Dr. Marc Lame, Indiana University

5 – Sustain and Expand District-wide IPM Policy development and adoption by the school board Development and designation of the IPM Coordinator – AND/OR… Implement a service contract based on “requests for qualifications” Use internal participants as “peer experts” – “the best way to learn is to teach” Dr. Marc Lame, Indiana University

Dr. Marc Lame, Indiana University 6 -Take Over the World Arrange for the “point person” to work with government officials to develop a statewide implementation plan Pressure public officials to develop a funded and implementable IPM certification program Don’t take “no” for an answer Dr. Marc Lame, Indiana University

Dr. Marc Lame, Indiana University Questions??? Dr. Marc Lame, Indiana University