This is the foundation upon which all other IPM actions are based. The periodic inspections may be done by a staff member, a specialist with the school district, a local health department person or a structural pest control technician. If the school does not have a person on staff who can meet the above qualifications, then the principal should appoint a staff person to act as the IPM coordinator for the school who will work with the above person. Guidelines for Periodic Inspections. In large facilities, a pest control technician will want to become familiar with the entire operation before making an inspection.
Pests can occur in machinery, stacked products, dumpsters, product spills, etc.
In kitchens and storage areas, excessive clutter, poor lighting, unaccessible storage areas and rooms located above or below infested materials are special target sites. All inspections should be conducted with bright flashlights. A knife or spatula, a good hand lens, screwdrivers and mirrors are also useful equipment. Inspect the pathway taken by incoming supplies to detect problems. Special attention should be given to all spills.