Integrated Pest Management Pest Exclusion Allen Wilson IPM Coordinator Laura Ehninger Custodial Supervisor Westerville City School District
Practical Advice 3Inspect from a pest’s perspective 3Pest Proofing = exclusion 3Sanitation = nothing to eat 3Clutter control = no place to live Remember – Food Water Shelter
Structural Voids
Pavement Ants
Evidence of pavement ants in building
Ant Exclusion
Stinging Insect Exclusion
Nest at the Bus Stop
Wasp Exclusion Steel wool & silicone sealant.
Yellow Jacket Exclusion
Most effective way to remove or eliminate a pest. Long-term prevention
Bat Observation & Exclusion
Bat House Construction
Completed bat houses ready to paint!!
Follow Up: Observation
Important Exclusion Tips: Identify the pest Be prepared Use appropriate sealants/materials Follow up inspection & follow up
Thank You Dr. Marc Lame, Indiana University Dawn Gouge & Jennifer Snyder, Arizona University Jerry Jochim, MCCSC, Indiana Ohio State University, Jennifer Andon, Dr. David Shetlar, Barb Bloetscher