School IPM Tool Kit
This document was prepared by the Maine Department of Agriculture and the University of Maine
Cooperative Extension under a federal grant provided by the United States Environmental Protection
Agency. The goal of this School Tool Kit is to assist Maine schools in complying with state IPM and
pesticide use regulations. Pests such as stinging insects, rodents, mold, and noxious weeds pose risks to
the health and safety of students and staff, but unnecessary use of pesticides also presents risks. This kit
provides clear and easily applied guidance to help prevent and solve pest problems promptly, economically,
and safely. It recommends practical actions that can be carried out by the school staff with
flexibility to meet the specific needs of your school. This program is designed to be easily adapted into
normal school staff scheduling and training activities.
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