Integrated Pest Management (IPM)

Definition: Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is an effective and environmentally sensitive approach to pest management that relies on a variety of common-sense practices. IPM utilizes a combination of tactics such as habitat modification, exclusion, sanitation and monitoring.

Implementation: The UCSB IPM program works as follows:

A UCSB IPM Committee was established in November 1995. The goal of the committee is to develop IPM policies for the campus, minimize use of pesticides and maximize utilization of IPM.
Requests for pest control for your workplace can be made by calling Facilities Management at x8153.
For questions regarding IPM policies/procedures or activities of the committee please contact Ali Aghayan at x8533.
Requests for pesticide disposal can be made by calling EH&S at x3293.

Resources:

Integrated Pest Management Accomplishments 1994-2009

Use of Pesticide Policy 5435

West Nile Virus

Pesticide SOP [PDF]

Indoor Ant Control - Facilities Management Flyer [PDF]

Indoor Ant Control - Housing & Residential Services Flyer [PDF]

Rodent Exclusion Techniques [PDF]