| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 46.60 |
| Liaison | Caitlin McLennan |
| Submission Date | Oct. 22, 2013 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
Utah State University
OP-9: Integrated Pest Management
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
0.24 / 2.00 |
Todd
Hlavaty IPM Coordinator Facilities Maintenance |
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The size of the campus grounds :
1,695.23
Hectares
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The size of campus grounds that are maintained in accordance with a four-tiered IPM plan :
202.34
Hectares
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A brief description of the IPM plan(s) :
The IPM Plan outlines the procedures to be followed to protect the health and safety of students, faculty, staff, and visitors from pests and pesticide hazards while maintaining tolerable pest pressure within USU buildings.
USU IPM Policy Objectives:
• Improve indoor air quality and health by minimizing pesticide use indoors
• Outline a plan of action for response to pest sightings and complaints
• Develop and pest monitoring and control program ensuring the safety and health of students, faculty, staff, and the public
• Prevent loss or damage to structures or property by pests
• Ensure the sustainability of the facilities IPM Program
• Appoint an IPM Coordinator and Committee
• Establish standards for safe pesticide storage and record keeping
• Outline pest tolerance thresholds
USU’s IPM Plan also incorporates voluntary compliance with the regulations promulgated by the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food for pesticide use and licensing of pesticide applicators.
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The website URL where information about the IPM plan(s) is available:
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Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
The acreage only includes cultivated grounds.
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