1. Pest Management Professionals using Best Management Practices GARY KUNSELMAN SENIOR VECTOR CONTROL BIOLOGIST ALAMEDA COUNTY VECTOR CONTROL DISTRICT

2. P est M anagement P rofessional Aka PCO (Pest Control Operator), “Bug man” Licensed by the Structural Pest Control Board (Department of Consumer Affairs) Branch I: Structural fumigation Branch II: General Pest (Rodents, cockroaches, Bed bugs etc) Branch III: Wood Destroying organisms (Termite etc.) Pesticide applications and compliance with the Structural Pest Control Act regulated by County Department of Agriculture.

3. Categories of Licenses Applicator Certificate Individuals are not trained to identify pests. Apply pesticides only. Field Representative License (Branch 1,2,3) Individuals are qualified to secure structural pest control work, identify infestations or infections, make inspections, apply pesticides, submit bids for or otherwise contract, on behalf of a registered company Pest Control Operator’s License Individuals (businesses) are permitted with a Pest Control Business License to operate a Pest Control business in the State of California. Applicators and Field Representatives cannot perform pest control on their own. They must perform their work under the License of an Pest Control Operator.

4. Pest Management Professional (PMP) A PMP starts as a Field Representative (FR) working under a licensed Pest Control Company for a minimum of two or three years practicing the specific pest control category (Branch I, II, III). After two years the Field Representative can apply to the State Pest Control Board (SPCB) to take the Pest Control Operators exam. SPCB will verify the Field Representative has completed the necessary qualifications. The Field Representative will be required to take a Pre-OP exam. The Pre-Op exam includes a three day – 20 hour preparation course. Successful completion of the Pre-Op exam allows the individual to take the Pest Control Operators Exam. Completion of the Pest Control Operators Exam allows the individual to start a pest control business for only the categories completed.

5. Why are Bed bugs such a problem to deal with? 1.Cost 2.Control requires 100% elimination 3.All parties involved must adequately perform their duties 4.Limited pest control tools and pesticides 5.Difficult situations (e.g. low-income multi-unit residences)

6. MANAGEMENT Pest Management Professiona l (PMP ) TENANT(S) BED BUGS All three groups must do their part to hope for any control of bedbugs!! Regulatory or advising agency BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES An Integrated Pest Management program which involves all parties!!

7. Bed Bug IPM Pest Control Companies Standards of Procedures for their personnel to follow with Bed Bug Operations. Guidelines for the Homeowners/Renters Guidelines for the Landlords and Property Administrators

8. Guidelines and Responsibilities Renter or Homeowner Responsible for preparing the infested rooms for treatment. Removing all clutter Sealing up clothing and personal belongings in bags for heat treatments by laundering. Thorough vacuuming and cleaning of all surfaces and cracks and crevices in the infested rooms. Removing all pets and fish until completion of treatments. Encase all mattresses with approved bed bug encasement bags after treatments are completed and as directed by the PCO.

9. BMP basics PMP should provide well-documented inspection and assessment report Proper identification of pest Level of infestation Structural and environmental conditions conducive to bed bugs Recommend treatment options based on inspection and assessment Structural modifications Treatment options Tenant/Homeowner preparation check list and possibly outreach/education Post treatment options

10. Important to hire a knowledgeable pest control company. Do they provide a well prepared and thorough pre-treatment preparation list for management & tenants Are they prepared to communicate with management and tenants Do they provide other services to the resident ( Prep room, treat personal items, encasements, etc)

11. Do they use professional equipment and proper pesticides Follow regulation requirements for PCOs Follow pesticide label Pre pesticide application notification Submit Service Slip ( states what pesticide(s) used ) NO!!!! Base board jock Happy customer

12. Does the company offer post application monitoring Follow up visual inspections Place active monitors Place passive monitors Use canine detection Verifi detector active monitor Passive monitors Does the firm offer various treatment options

13. Types of treatments/methods Fumigation (Vikane) Heat – whole house or separate unit Pesticide applications ( Most commonly used by PMPs ) Non-chemical or least toxic products Vacuum,, Steam, freezing EPA exempt products e.g. essential oils Combination of the above

14. Fumigation is a method of using a lethal gas to exterminate pests within an enclosed space. Vikane Sulfuryl fluoride SO2F2 Methyl Bromide CH3Br Phosphine gas ( Aluminum & Magnesium phosphide ) Pros: Effective with a large widespread infestation. Effective for cluttered rooms. Less tenant preparations. Con: Expensive No residual effect Must vacate building for 3+ days

15. Pros: Effective with a large widespread infestation. Effective for cluttered rooms. Less tenant preparations. Con: Expensive No residual effect Heat (whole house or room)

16. Non pesticide VACUUM STEAM Freezing (CO2) Encasements

17. Commonly used pesticides 1. EPA exempt or least toxic Diatomaceous earth CedarCide – Cedar oil + silica

19. Commonly used pesticides 2.Pyrethroids Permethrin Beta-Cyfluthrin (Tempo Ultra SC ) Deltamethrin (Suspend SC ) Lambda-Cyhalothrin: (Demand CS, Cyonara 9.7, Cyzmic CS) Sumithrin - Bedlam

20. Dual pesticides Use more than one active ingredient. Most commonly used by PMPs STERI-FAB® - d-Phenothrin and isopropyl alcohol (can use on mattress) TEMPRID SC - Beta-Cyfluthrin + Imidacloprid (neonicotinoid) TRANSPORT GHP®– Bifenthrin + Acetamiprid (neonicotinoid) VARIOUS DUST FORMULATIONS Pyrroles (Pro-insecticide means that it is metabolized into an active insecticide after entering the host) PHANTOM® - Chlorfenapyr - Slow acting, retreat only after 28 days

21. DUSTS (desiccant) Diatomaceous Earth Silica Limestone Silica/DE + pesticide Pesticide only Boric Acid - NO DRIONE DELTAMETHRIN INSECT GROWTH REGULATORS Pyriproxifen Hydroprene

22. Capturing the ABC’s of profession bed bug management a summary of survey responses WIPMC Bed Bug Work Group

24. Best Management Practices Summary (BMPs must be used to achieve control) 1.Know biology and behavior of the target pest 2.Know what treatment options needed for specific situation 3.Know difficulties of specific situation and formulate plan with that in mind 4.Recommend structural, environmental, behavioral modifications to reduce Bed bug habitat 5.Choose appropriate pesticide (toxic, non-toxic, if any) and treat right places (treat bed bug harborages and potential harborages) 6.Ensure tenant and management are informed and know their responsibility