In The News
Mosquito Handout Sheet For Customers
INSECT REPELLENTS PROVIDE SAFE RELIEF WITH PROPER USE -3/26/2002
Survey: Many Schools Chock-Full of Asthma Triggers
A large number of schools in the US may contain high levels of asthma triggers. -3/4/2002
Manufacturers to Use New Wood Preservatives
Chromated Copper Arsenate (CCA) is a chemical mixture consisting of three pesticidal compounds (arsenic, chromium, and copper) registered for wood preservative uses. EPA is currently reassessing CCA as part of its ongoing reregistration program for older pesticides. Federal law directs EPA to periodically reevaluate older pesticides to ensure that they continue to meet current safety standards. -2/12/2002
National Pesticide Information Center
The National Pesticide Telecommunications Network (NPTN)has changed its name to: National Pesticide Information Center (NPIC) -2/6/2002
New Central Hotline for U.S. Poison Control Centers
Central Hotline for U.S. Poison Control Center announced. -2/4/2002
Scientific Society Supports Integrated Pest Management in Schools
The Entomological Society of America (ESA) supports efforts to implement an IPM approach to control and manage pest problems in schools. To ensure success, state-certified applicators should be employed and other persons involved should be properly trained in scientifically sound IPM. -12/1/2001
