Be aware that several common pesticides that are commonly used as part of IPM practices, including Bt and insecticidal soap, will be banned as part of this type of policy. Signs shall be posted in highly visible locations around the perimeter of the area where the pesticide is applied in an open area. Signs shall be of a standardized design that are easily recognizable to the public and workers. Signs shall contain the name and active ingredient of the pesticide, the target pest, the date of pesticide use, the signal word indicating the toxicity category of the pesticide, the date of re-entry to the area treated, and the name and contact number for more information. We recommend posting signs four days prior to and after an application.
Many programs have different amount of times for posting, ranging from one to four days.
The department shall keep records of each pesticide application. The department shall compile a report on pesticide use in the parks annually. The department shall designate a staff person who has a background in IPM to coordinate the IPM program. The IPM committee shall meet monthly. The committee shall be granted powers to consider exemption requests from department staff.