the contractor on one of our project is requesting to use a first-generation rodenticide which is supplied in a solid paste form, packaged in individual sachets (not pellets), rather than in a block. would this be acceptable or should we rather request that they use solid blocks with the same active ingredients? the rodenticide is placed in locked dispensers.
many thanks!
Jason Franken
Sustainability ProfessionalLEEDuser Expert
608 thumbs up
September 4, 2012 - 11:02 am
For other types of pesticides, the method of application will be important (i.e. broadcast spraying, crack and crevice application, etc.). However, the important thing to remember in this case is that rodent baits are not considered least toxic under any circumstances. The reference guide seems to prefer the use of solid blocks, but if the product is in a locked dispenser and proper notification is issued, I'm not sure whether it would be a big deal to use the paste.
Jutta Berns
onwer and principalecocentric (pty) ltd.
130 thumbs up
September 4, 2012 - 1:30 pm
many thanks for the responses! in terms of the principle intent of this credit component, i also think we would be meeting the intent by using paste because all other requirements and precautions seem to be met. in the meantime we had to advise the contractor to use blocks - just to be on the safe side!