First, I want to take a moment to thank our veterans. I realize many of you won't get this until next week, but know that each day I am grateful for your service.
This week I got a link to a new bed bug video done by Rutgers University with funding from the Northeastern IPM Center. You could use this short video to train staff and residents on bed bugs. View it on YouTube at: http://youtu.be/QCZ5bgb3ol0
The video covers:
- Bed bug identification: images of the bugs and the evidence they leave behind;
- Biology and behavior: the life cycle, spots and when they hide and bites;
- Inspection: using a flashlight to look for bed bugs;
- IPM control options:
- Clutter reduction,
- Vacuum,
- Steam,
- Encasements,
- Laundry,
- Sealing cracks and crevices,
- Monitoring using interceptor traps, and
- Insecticides;
- What to do while traveling; and
- Extra precautions for your bed.
The video gives a nice summary of a basic bed bug treatment plan at 6:10. (http://youtu.be/QCZ5bgb3ol0?t=6m10s)
Enjoy!
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