Delaware Wood Destroying Pest Management Bundle
This course bundle is geared toward the wood destroying pest management applicator. The course bundle contains 18 credits of category 7B training approved by the Delaware Department of Agriculture. Click on course details to view a detailed list of courses.
BUNDLE CONTENTS:
- Respiratory Protection – 1 credit
- Termite Inspection and Treatment – 1 credit
- Wood Destroying Pest Management – 6 credits
- Common Pests of Residential, Industrial & Institutional Structures – 3 credit
- Reading the Pesticide Label: Beyond the Basics – 2 credits
- Personal Protective Equipment and Emergency Response – 1 credit
- Pesticide Emergency Management and Environmental Protection – 1 credit
- Review of Pesticide Use Hazards – 1 credit
- Environmental Fate and Transport of Pesticides – 1 credit
- IPM for Termite Prevention – 1 credit
Respiratory Protection
Course Description
Respirators protect workers against insufficient oxygen environments, harmful dusts, fogs, smokes, mists, gases, vapors, and sprays. These hazards may cause cancer, lung impairment, diseases, or death. Some pesticide labels require the use of a respirator as part of the personal protective equipment. This course outlines the types of respirators available, proper fit, and inspection/maintenance requirements.
After completing this course participants will be able to:
- Discuss the different types of respirators and when to use each type
- Describe the steps of a successful fit test
- Outline the necessary care and maintenance required for each type of respirator
Termite Inspection and Treatment
Course Description
Inspecting and treating termites can be a difficult process. Being familiar with common types of construction is extremely helpful. The following course is a tour of the Mississippi State University Extension termite training facility. The facility consists of 12 different stations, each representing an area of a building or home where termites could enter the structure. The regulations referenced by the presenters are Mississippi regulations for termite treatments. It is the responsibility of the applicator to be familiar with the rules and regulations regarding termite treatment and all pesticide applications for their state.
After completing this course participants will be able to:
- Identify key areas to inspect for termite damage or entry
- Identify common treatment failure points at each station
- Discuss treatment strategies for each station
Wood Destroying Pest Management
Course Description
Termites are just one of the many wood-destroying pests found throughout the United States. Carpenter ants, powderpost beetles, and wood-damaging fungi can also cause severe structural damage if not properly managed. Often times the initial cause of any pest problem is the presence of excess moisture in the structural wood. The source of the excess moisture must be addressed for a permanent solution to the pest problem to be effective. This course will cover the primary wood-destroying pests found through the country, the recommended treatments for each of those pests, and the primary sources of excess structural moisture.
After completing this course participants will be able to:
- Explain the different laws that govern pesticide applications
- Describe termite biology, caste system, and physical characteristics
- Identify other wood-destroying insects such as carpenter ants, powderpost beetles, and carpenter bees
- Explain the different types of termite treatments
- Describe the different types of wood-damaging fungi and outline standard treatment procedures
- Identify common sources of excess moisture within a structure
Common Pests of Residential, Industrial & Institutional Structures
Course Description
This course, which is approved by the Delaware Department of Agriculture, teaches Delaware pest managers how to identify and control interior and exterior pests found in industrial, residential, and institutional buildings. Pests discussed include rats, mice, insects, fungi, weeds, bats, and some birds. The course also explains how to safely manage these pests.
Structural pests can damage foundational wood, infest stored items, and cause human illness. To prevent potential property damage or human injury, pest managers must know how to safely control these pests.
After completing this course, Delaware pest managers will be able to:
- Identify and manage common parasitic, biting, and stinging pests Describe wood-destroying pest damage and explain the importance of treating wood prior to use
- Identify common fabric pests and outline how to manage them
- Identify common vertebrate and invertebrate pests and outline effective management strategies
- Identify common stored-food pests and how to avoid them
Reading the Pesticide Label: Beyond the Basics
Course Description
This training will cover many sections of a pesticide label and safety data sheets. Labels are increasing in complexity and depth of information. It is never suggested that anyone try to memorize a pesticide label. By reviewing parts of a label and recognizing label language and use, we hope that you feel more comfortable with the information on pesticide labels and feel confident in understanding the information the present. Many examples of labels are used in this training that cover a variety of types of pesticides and also represent a variety of sites. It’s essential that we look at REAL label language and not simply make generic statements to evaluate.
There is no endorsement for any company or product by representation of information in this training. All material presented is for educational purposes only and is not intended to purposefully include or exclude any company, tradename, product, use, proprietary, or any other information. Whenever you have questions about interpretations of label language, we encourage you to contact your local extension, land-grant university, department of agriculture, product dealer, or the manufacturer for more information.
After completing this course participants will be able to:
- Discuss different types of pesticide registrations.
- Identify where to find specific information on the pesticide label.
- Identify pests and site usage according to the label, and recognize information on safety data sheets.
Personal Protective Equipment and Emergency Response
Course Description
PPE comprises the clothing and devices you wear to protect your body from contact with pesticides. Wearing PPE can reduce exposure (dermal, inhalation, ocular, or oral) and thereby lower the chances of pesticide injury, illness, or poisoning. It is important that all pesticide applicators and handlers understand the protections and limitations of PPE. Proper PPE selection, use, and care are essential.
Although pesticide accidents and emergencies are rare, they do occur. Pesticides spilled on the ground or burning in a fire can contaminate water, soil, and air; damage plants; injure livestock, wildlife, or pets; and endanger the health of the applicator and emergency responders. Pesticide spills and fires may lead to financial loss due to cleanup, liability claims, and fines assessed by government agencies. Do all that you can to prevent accidents, but be prepared in case of emergency.
After completing this course participants will be able to:
- Identify where on the label to find the minimum clothing and personal protective equipment (PPE) required to handle a given pesticide product.
- State the criteria to properly select skin, eye, and respiratory protection required by the pesticide label based upon your expected use and exposure.
- Discuss how pesticide releases from spills and fires can endanger humans and the environment.
- Explain how to execute an emergency response plan.
Pesticide Emergency Management and Environmental Protection
Course Description
Pesticides are designed to be toxic to living organisms so they can control pests (e.g., plants, insects, rodents,
fungi, and bacteria). At the same time, pesticides must be used with special care to avoid harming nontarget organisms, including pesticide applicators, handlers, and anyone else exposed to the product. Pesticides can have both short-term
and long-term effects on humans. As a result, pesticide users need to be concerned with the hazards associated
with exposure to the chemical and not exclusively with the toxicity of the pesticide.
After completing this course participants will be able to:
- Identify common exposure routes for various pesticides and application methods.
- Discuss the appropriate first aid response to oral, ocular, dermal, and inhalation exposures to pesticides.
- Explain the hazard level classification system for pesticides, including the corresponding signal words.
Review of Pesticide Use Hazards
Course Description
When applied incorrectly, pesticides can be dangerous to humans, non-target organisms and the environment. This one-credit course contains crucial training on the toxicity and hazards of pesticides and is approved by the Delaware Department of Agriculture.
Pest managers must be aware of the potential damage to the environment, wildlife and non-target organisms associated with pesticide use, including injury to pets, water contamination, phytotoxicity in plants and human exposure.
Become familiar with the three categories of toxicity, factors that influence toxicity, pesticide classification and designations based on function/targeted pests—all important tools in preventing hazardous pesticide exposure.
After completing this course participants will be able to:
- Explain pesticide toxicity and the different hazards of human pesticide exposure.
- Recognize strategies to minimize excessive pesticide exposure risk to pets, plants, and the environment.
- Describe the characteristics of various pesticide formulations.
- State the appropriate measures to take in case of pesticide accidents.
Environmental Fate and Transport of Pesticides
Course Description
Pesticides are a key factor in pest management but it is important to understand what happens to those pesticides after the application. This course will review some key characteristics of environmental factors that can affect how pesticides move and degrade in the environment.
After completing this course participants will be able to:
- Describe the elements of the environment that can play a role in chemical processing such as soil composition and moisture
- Describe the role of microbes and the factors that change populations
- Identify the factors that affect pesticide drift
- Explain the ways that pesticides can be decomposed
- Identify the connections between pesticide properties and potential for groundwater contamination
- Explain application techniques that can minimize impacts
IPM for Termite Prevention
Course Description
Termites are one of the most destructive pests in the United States. They are responsible for more than 2 million dollars in damage each year. In many states, building codes require the use of liquid termiticide when constructing new structures. But there are several common-sense IPM practices that can be implemented to make a structure less inviting to termites from the start. This course will provide a review of IPM principles, termite biology, and several solid IPM practices to make any structure less attractive to termites.
After completing this course participants will be able to:
- Explain the principles of Integrated Pest Management and how they apply to termite prevention.
- Describe the life cycle of a termite and be familiar with termite behavior.
- Recommend several IPM practices that can reduce the risk of a structure being invaded by termites.