What is the core philosophy behind IPM?
Integrate knowledge of pest biology, monitoring, prevention, and targeted treatments to reduce risks and rely on pesticides only when needed.
What three conditions must exist for a pest infestation?
Food, water, and harborage.
What is a threshold level?
The point at which pest activity becomes unacceptable and triggers action.
Why is record-keeping essential in IPM?
It documents conditions, tracks trends, proves compliance, and guides future treatments.
What is the purpose of a site inspection?
Identify pests, causes, conducive conditions, and determine treatment options.
What is meant by “green pest management”?
Using methods that minimize environmental impact, prioritize prevention, and reduce pesticide usage.
What is habitat modification?
Altering the environment to make it unsuitable for pest survival.
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CHAPTER 1 — FLASHCARDS7
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CHAPTER 2 — INTRODUCTION TO ENTOMOLOGY12
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CHAPTER 3 — INSECT DEVELOPMENT, CLASSIFICATION & IDENTIFICATION12
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CHAPTER 4 — PESTICIDES12
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CHAPTER 5 — SAFETY & PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT12
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CHAPTER 6 — EQUIPMENT12
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CHAPTER 7 — COCKROACHES56
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CHAPTER 8 — SUBTERRANEAN TERMITES71
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CHAPTER 9 — WOOD-DESTROYING INSECTS76
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CHAPTER 10 — ANTS, BEES, WASPS & SOCIAL HYMENOPTERA98
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CHAPTER 11 — STORED FOOD PESTS78
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CHAPTER 12 — FABRIC & MUSEUM PESTS77
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CHAPTER 13 — OCCASIONAL INVADERS81
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CHAPTER 14 — BITING & STINGING PESTS102
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CHAPTER 15 — SPIDERS & RELATED ARTHROPODS77
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CHAPTER 16 — RODENTS101
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CHAPTER 17 — BIRDS82
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CHAPTER 18 — URBAN WILDLIFE42
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CHAPTER 19 — FLIES76
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CHAPTER 20 — SANITATION & PEST MANAGEMENT IN FOOD PLANTS83
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CHAPTER 21 — PEST MANAGEMENT IN FOOD-HANDLING & PRODUCTION FACILITIES72
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CHAPTER 22 — FUMIGATION65
