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Location
Corpus Christi, TX
Start Date
9-4-2007 12:00 AM
Description
Depending on the part of the United States, the pest service professional could be fighting several different species of rats and mice. In many situations the service professional may find not just one, but multiple species cohabitating. In the urban/suburban setting there are three primary hazards that must be taken into account prior to placing any rodenticide out for controlling rodents: primary non-target exposure; secondary non-target exposure; and secondary pest infestations from rodenticide placements. Reduction of hazard is based on proper identification of the target so that the correct treatment can be implemented to achieve the fastest results while reducing the potential liability exposure. Proper liability exposure reduction includes the understanding of rodent biology and habits, understanding of local regulations, understanding of corporate policies, and the ability of the service professional to communicate these issues to the home or business owner. Hazard reduction is also dependent upon cooperation between the two parties involved. If these issues are completely understood, agreed on and carried out, the possibility of having an issue that results in unnecessary hazard or liability exposure can be greatly reduced.
Recommended Citation
Meek, F. (2007). Reducing rodenticide hazards: Urban/suburban settings. In Nolte, D.L., Arjo, W.M., & Stalman, D. (Eds.), The Twelfth Wildlife Damage Management Conference (168-169). Corpus Christi, TX: National Wildlife Research Center.
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Reducing Rodenticide Hazards: Urban/Suburban Settings
Corpus Christi, TX
Depending on the part of the United States, the pest service professional could be fighting several different species of rats and mice. In many situations the service professional may find not just one, but multiple species cohabitating. In the urban/suburban setting there are three primary hazards that must be taken into account prior to placing any rodenticide out for controlling rodents: primary non-target exposure; secondary non-target exposure; and secondary pest infestations from rodenticide placements. Reduction of hazard is based on proper identification of the target so that the correct treatment can be implemented to achieve the fastest results while reducing the potential liability exposure. Proper liability exposure reduction includes the understanding of rodent biology and habits, understanding of local regulations, understanding of corporate policies, and the ability of the service professional to communicate these issues to the home or business owner. Hazard reduction is also dependent upon cooperation between the two parties involved. If these issues are completely understood, agreed on and carried out, the possibility of having an issue that results in unnecessary hazard or liability exposure can be greatly reduced.