Notification of occupants is a cornerstone of a comprehensive IPM program. Whenever the use of toxic pesticides or rodent baits is deemed necessary to combat an infestation either inside or on the grounds, the IPM manager must issue an alert to all buildi

Notification of occupants is a cornerstone of a comprehensive IPM program. Whenever the use of toxic pesticides or rodent baits is deemed necessary to combat an infestation either inside or on the grounds, the IPM manager must issue an alert to all building occupants:

• at least 72 hours before application of toxic pesticides or baits under normal conditions;
• or within 24 hours after toxic applications in emergency conditions.