A "Back to School" Quiz: Do You Know What "IPM" Is?National Pest Management Association The National Pest Management Association (NPMA), a non-profit organization with more than 5,000 members, was established in 1933 to support the professional pest control industry’s commitment to the protection of public health, food and property, reflected both in the (NPMA NPMA National Pest Management Association NPMA National Property Management Association NPMA National Petroleum Management Association NPMA National Project Management Association NPMA Non-Preemptive Multiple Access NPMA National Podiatric Medical Association ) encourages parents' support of properly implemented Integrated Pest Management Integrated Pest Management (IPM), planned program that coordinates economically and environmentally acceptable methods of pest control with the judicious and minimal use of toxic pesticides. (IPM (1) (Impressions Per Minute) Generally refers to document scanners that scan both sides of the page at the same time. Thus, a scanner that scans at 100 ppm (pages per minute) can provide 200 ipm. See ppm and document scanner. ) programs in schools FAIRFAX, Va. -- With the new school year upon us, Integrated Pest Management (IPM) - a cutting edge approach to pest control pest control n → control m de plagas pest control n → lutte f contre les nuisibles pest control pest n - is likely to reemerge as a "hot" topic for local school districts. Currently, thirty-three states have passed legislation addressing some matter related to IPM in schools. Yet, for an issue that is finding political traction, 67% of the general public report having little to no knowledge of IPM (2007 survey, NPMA/Harris Interactive). With pests posing a year round concern in schools, school districts continue to play a central role in the IPM debate. Parents need to be able to make informed decisions about IPM in their schools, especially considering the threat pests may pose to both health and property. "We encourage parents to educate themselves about IPM and to serve as advocates for its proper implementation, especially in schools," said Cindy Mannes, vice president of public affairs Those public information, command information, and community relations activities directed toward both the external and internal publics with interest in the Department of Defense. Also called PA. See also command information; community relations; public information. for NPMA. "IPM involves common sense and sound solutions for treating and controlling pests through inspection, identification and treatment. Treatment options vary from sealing cracks to removing water sources to applying products, when necessary. Most importantly Adv. 1. most importantly - above and beyond all other consideration; "above all, you must be independent" above all, most especially , though, a proper IPM execution requires a partnership with a licensed pest professional." To provide consumers with a comprehensive, "go-to" resource about integrated pest management, NPMA has recently launched www.WhatIsIPM.org. This site offers the public timely information on IPM. Additionally, WhatisIPM.org features a "virtual home" tour, which affords visitors a "hands-on" opportunity to learn how pests enter a home and how IPM techniques can help to prevent infestations. As the "go to" information source for parents and school administrators, WhatisIPM.org also features a section on IPM in schools. To learn more about integrated pest management visit www.WhatIsIPM.org. For information on finding a local pest professional, visit www.pestworld.org. The NPMA, a non-profit organization with more than 5,000 members, was established in 1933 to support the pest management industry's commitment to the protection of public health, food and property. |
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