Preparing a School Integrated Pest Management Plan

IPM or integrated pest management is the most sensible, economical and sustainable method of managing pests in any situation with the least possible risk to people, property and the environment. IPM can be defined in numerous ways according to the situation, but common aspects in most definitions are prevention, regular monitoring and use of multiple suitable and compatible techniques (as opposed to relying on one single method) to reduce pest populations and maintain them at levels that do not cause injury or concern.

This document is intended to help you develop an implementable IPM Plan for your school/school district.