W. Va. Code R. § 61-12J-3

Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 45, November 8, 2024

Section 61-12J-3 - Integrated Pest Management

3.1. Integrated Pest Management is a system of controlling pests in which pests are identified, action thresholds are considered, all possible control options are evaluated and selected controls are implemented. Control options, which include biological, chemical, cultural, manual, and mechanical methods, are used to prevent or remedy unacceptable pest activity or damage. Choice of control options is based on effectiveness, environmental impact, site characteristics, worker/public health and safety, and economics. The goal of an integrated pest management system is to manage pests and the environment to balance benefits of control, costs, public health and environmental quality. Integrated pest management takes into account site-specific factors and takes advantage of all pest management options.

3.2. Schools, child care centers and family child care facilities or contracted pesticide application businesses covered by this rule shall not apply pesticides unless monitoring as specified in Section 6 of this rule indicates pests are present.