Microbial Pest Management | Michigan Exam Prep

Managing microbial pests in water systems is essential for human health and the wider environment. This course will cover pest identification and methods of control. It will also discuss common application methods and ways to protect yourself from hazards when using biocides.

After completing this course participants will be able to:

• Identify the common pests of cooling towers, air washers, evaporative condensers, paper mills, sewer treatment, and the like.
• Outline the facets of an integrated pest management approach to microbial pest management.
• Discuss the intricacies of biocide selection, application, and safety.

This course covers:

Microbial Pest Management

• Pests and Pest Management
• Pest Identification
• Pesticides
• Biocides and the Environment
• Pesticides and Human Health
• Pesticide Handling, Storage, and Disposal
• The Pesticide Label
• Pesticide Application Equipment
• Pesticide Laws and Regulations??

Final Assessment