BPM006073.M24-0005_Solicitation_SOW__Plans__Specifications_Pest_Control_and_IPMP_Pest_Control_Term_Contract.pdf

SCOPE OF WORK (M24-0005)

Pursuant to the provisions of the Arizona Procurement Code, A.R.S. §41-2501 et seq., the Arizona Department of Emergency and Military Affairs (ADEMA) herein referred to as the Department intends to establish a contract for Pest Control Services for the Army National Guard @ various locations throughout Arizona. The Contractor shall provide the necessary personnel, chemicals, and equipment to provide pest control services as specified in accordance with the Contract requirements.

1. Site Coordinator

SITE LOCATION SITE COORDINATOR PHONE NUMBER

NORTHERN ARIZONA

Bellemont Readiness Center Tom Foote 928.773.3248 cell 480-640-9025 Camp Navajo * Tom Foote 928.773.3248 cell 480-640-9025 Flagstaff Readiness Center Tom Foote 928.773.3248 cell 480-640-9025 Prescott Readiness Center Tom Foote 928.773.3248 cell 480-640-9025 Show Low Readiness Center Tom Foote 928.773.3248 cell 480-640-9025

CENTRAL ARIZONA

Buckeye Training Site * Dan Welch 623-693-6887 Chandler Readiness Center Lisa Durkin 1-847-848-3695 Coolidge Readiness Center Lisa Durkin 1-847-848-3695 Florence Military Reservation * Tyler Foster 520-251-8439 Florence Military Reservation Readiness Center Tyler Foster 520-251-8439

Gilbert Readiness Center Lisa Durkin 1-847-848-3695 Glendale Readiness Center Lisa Durkin 1-847-848-3695 Mesa Readiness Center Lisa Durkin 1-847-848-3695 Papago Park Military Reservation * Lisa Durkin 1-847-848-3695 Roosevelt Readiness Center Lisa Durkin 1-847-848-3695 Sky Harbor Airport Hangar Brian Alexander 602-302-9340 Sunnyslope Readiness Center Lisa Durkin 1-847-848-3695 Tempe Readiness Center Lisa Durkin 1-847-848-3695

Casa Grande Readiness Center Tom Price 520-750-5102 Cell 602-725-1993 Douglas Readiness Center Tom Price 520-750-5102 Cell 602-725-1993 Fort Huachuca Tom Price 520-750-5102 Cell 602-725-1993 Gila Bend AAF Tom Price 520-750-5102 Cell 602-725-1993 Safford Readiness Center Tom Price 520-750-5102 Cell 602-725-1993 Nogales Readiness Center Tom Price 520-750-5102 Cell 602-725-1993 Picacho Peak Stagefield Tom Price 520-750-5102 Cell 602-725-1993

Silver Bell Army Aviation Heliport Tom Price 520-750-5102 Cell 602-725-1993 Silverlake Readiness Center Tom Price 520-750-5102 Cell 602-725-1993 Storefront Tucson Tom Price 520-750-5102 Cell 602-725-1993 Valencia Readiness Center Tom Price 520-750-5102 Cell 602-725-1993 Yuma Readiness Center Tom Price 520-750-5102 Cell 602-725-1993

2. WORK SCHEDULE

2.1 Upon issuance of the Department’s standard Intent to Award Letter the contractor shall furnish a complete service schedule. The service schedule must indicate the date each site is scheduled for service and is subject to the approval of the respective Site Coordinator.

2.2 The Department reserves the right to make adjustments in the schedule at any time. To include but not limited to the accelerations of individual scheduled service treatment in lieu of re-treatment.

2.3 In the event that the normal day to service is a State holiday, the Contractor shall perform the service on the working day, PRIOR to the holiday.

2.4 All work shall be complete during an eight (8) hour period. Monday through Thursday, excluding State holidays, unless designated as an emergency or approved by the Department.

2.5 All requests, for re-treatment or modifications to service schedule, shall be coordinated with the Site Coordinator.

3. REQUIRED MONTHLY SERVICE

3.1 Service shall include surveillance, clean out and control of, but not limited to; roaches, gnats, weevils, fleas, ants, silverfish, wasps, hornets, crickets, flies, spiders (including black widows) scorpions, mites, carpet beetles and moths. Contractor shall conduct surveillance, and treat when surveillance justifies, every interior room and closet in each facility and immediately around the base exterior, windows frames and door jams during the contract period on a monthly basis (or as otherwise stated), to also include the immediate exterior of the building.

3.2 Contractor guarantees all pest control treatments for thirty (30) calendar days following treatment.

The Department expressly reserves the right to request re-treatment should pest infestation re-appear during the guarantee period. Re-treatment must be performed within two (2), no later than five (5) working days following notification at no additional charge to the Department.

4. CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES

The Site Coordinator or their authorized representative shall decide all questions that may arise as to the quality and acceptability of any work performed under the contract.

4.1 The Contractor shall treat all buildings as indicated for the control of the above named pests in

Paragraph 3.1 (or as otherwise stated).

4.2 Monthly service shall first, and foremost, be a surveillance visit. During the monthly service, the

Contractor must speak to/interview the Site Coordinator, or another representative familiar with pest issues at the site, to determine ongoing issues. Only after it has been confirmed by the Contractor that physical (e.g., sealing external openings to inside the building) and cultural (e.g., proper food storage) techniques have been completed and/or considered by the Site Coordinator, can control efforts (e.g., chemicals, traps, and other control methods) be implemented.

4.3 Any exterior attachments to a building (gutters, overhands, etc.) will be sprayed for wasps and hornets when requested by the Department at no additional cost.

4.4 Lawn, areas and shrubs are excluded from any treatment, except to the extent necessary to prevent pest migration into building structures.

4.5 The Contractor shall perform the work so as to minimize disruption to the normal operation of any household or business at and around the project location. Upon completion of work the Contractor shall be responsible for cleaning and removing from the job site all debris, materials and equipment associated with the work performed.

4.6 The Contractor shall carry on the operation in such a manner that the Contractor does not damage existing grounds, buildings, landscaping, utilities, highway markers, or other structures.

In the event damage occurs to Department property or any adjacent property by reason of any operations performed under this contract, the Contractor shall replace or repair the same at no cost to the State and as directed by the Department. If damage caused by the Contractor has to be repaired or replaced by the Department, the cost of such work shall be deducted from the monies due the Contractor.

4.7 The Contractor will conduct pest management in accordance with the Arizona Army National

Guard (AZARNG) Integrated Pest Management Plan (IPMP) and may only apply pesticides listed on the AZARNG State Pesticide Use List (SPUL) at AZARNG sites. Contractors may request the addition of pesticides to the AZARNG SPUL via coordination with the IPMC. The Contractor will ensure they have the most current IPMP and SPUL on file.

4.8 The Contractor will coordinate with the AZARNG Natural Resource Manager prior to performing any wildlife pest management (e.g., birds, rodents, bats, feral cats, or other). Some species may be protected under the Endangered Species Act, Migratory Bird Treaty Act and/or state wildlife regulations that will require review to avoid impacts to non-target species.

5. TERMITE TREATMENT/INSPECTION

5.1 Termite inspection and treatment shall include all labor, material, equipment and services necessary to complete all work involved in the inspection and treatment of termites. Termite treatment shall be charged by the linear foot separate from the monthly service. (See Additional Prices for Related Services at the end page 25.)

5.2 The Contractor guarantees effectiveness of the treatment for a period of one (1) year.

5.3 Should termites re-appear during the guarantee period a re-treatment for termites shall be performed within two (2), no later than five (5) working days following notification at no additional charge to the Department.

6. BEE HIVES

6.1 Remove or eliminate accessible Bee Hives, shall include labor, material, equipment and services necessary to complete all work involved. Price shall be for a twenty-four (24) hour response time and emergency services within eight (8) hours.

6.2 Prior to removal or elimination of bee hives, the IPMC must be consulted and approve removal.

7. ADDITIONS AND/OR DELETIONS

7.1 The Department reserves the right to add or delete service locations.

7.2 Other Departmental locations, not identified herein, may also request regular monthly or “as needed basis” pest control service.

7.3 To accommodate this request the Department is requesting a price “Per 100 square feet”. The rate for Additions and/or Deletions will also be used to compute the new monthly rate if the building is renovated and has more or less square footage than previously. All Terms and

Conditions of this solicitation shall apply.

7.4 Courtesy inspections on buildings will be done at no additional charge.

8. ADDITIONAL REALTED SERVICES – RODENT CONTROL

8.1 The Department may require Rodent Control Service for the locations identified in Paragraph 1.

Other Department locations added, in accordance with Paragraph 5, may also request Rodent Control Service.

8.2 To accommodate this request the Department is requesting a price per hour to correct or prevent rat and mice infestations through the use of, but not limited to, rodenticide or the placement and monitoring of interior and exterior bait stations and/or rodent traps.

8.3 Bait stations and Traps shall be monitored and re-baited at a frequency schedule (i.e. weekly, bi-monthly, monthly etc.) agreed to by the contractor and the Department’s on-site coordinator.

8.4 Contractor shall be responsible for removing all trapped and/or dead rodents during the scheduled service or within two (2) hours of being notified.

8.5 The price per hour is to include the cost of labor, rodenticide, bait, bait stations, traps, and all other tools and materials.

9. RESPONSE TIME

9.1 Contractor will respond to service calls within three (3) business days. For emergency pest control services the contractor will respond within forty eight (48) hours of notification to the facility. If the contractor fails to provide emergency services within forty eight (48) hours, contractor will be required to respond within four (4) hours of notification by the Procurement Office.

9.2 Travel time to and from the job site shall be considered in the bid price and shall not be paid for as an extra item.

10. EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES

10.1 The Contractor shall furnish all necessary supplies, labor, vehicles and equipment to perform services. All supplies, labor, vehicles and equipment shall be compliant with the specifications, terms and provisions set forth herein and shall be subject to random, unannounced inspection by the Department.

10.2 The Contractor shall outfit all equipment and materials used with any and all such safety devices and warning mechanisms as may be necessary to advise and protect the public and prevent personal injury and property damage.

10.3 All equipment must be in good operating condition at all times. The Department reserves the right to inspect any equipment to verify its condition and suitability for the job.

10.4 The contractor shall provide sufficient equipment, supplies and personnel to complete the work within the designated time frames.

10.5 Material, techniques and processes shall fully comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws; regulations, standards and ordinances pertaining to health, safety and environmental protection. Failure to comply shall be sufficient grounds for immediate termination of this Contract. Pesticides and chemicals used in the performance of this Contract shall be in strict conformance with the manufacturer’s instructions as they appear on the label.

10.6 When using pesticides, always read and follow the label. The label is the law. Ensure all pesticides used at AZARNG sites are listed on the AZARNG SPUL. A request can be made to add a pesticide. The request must be in writing to the IPMC with the pesticide name, EPA number, and target pest(s).

10.7 Chemical agents used shall be warranted for the labeled time period and shall not exceed the shelf time, if applicable.

10.8 All pesticides and their containers must be properly disposed of according to applicable federal, state and local laws; regulations, standards and ordinances pertaining to health, safety, and environmental protection. Failure to comply shall be sufficient grounds for immediate termination of contract.

10.8 Storage of pesticides is prohibited on sites. To the extent practical, the Contractor will come to the site with pesticides pre-mixed/diluted.

10.9 The use of sticky traps, glue traps, and/or glue traps must be approved by the IPMC in writing.

11. QUALITY CONTROL

11.1 The Contractor shall exercise caution at all times for the protection of persons and property.

Safety provisions of all applicable laws and ordinances shall be strictly observed and the Contractor and Contractor’s employees shall at all times be attentive to the safe preservation of persons and property at all sites. All fines, penalties and/or repair charges resulting from the Contractor’s neglect of safety provisions shall be the sole responsibility of the Contractor.

11.2 The Contractor shall avoid damage to existing structures. In the event that a structure is damaged in the course of work, the Contractor shall be solely responsible for its repair or replacement.

11.3 The Contractor shall report any problem areas, in respect to the buildings and/or surrounding areas; to the Department Site Coordinator.

11.4 The Contractor’s job supervisor and additional personnel as deemed necessary by the Site Coordinator or his designated representative, shall be literate and fluent in the English language.

This is not meant to require that all Contractor personnel speak, read and write English. Most tasks may require only the job supervisor, crew leader or crewmember to speak, read and write English. This requirement is necessary due to the following reasons that include, but are not limited to:

a) Warnings of emergencies and hazards.

b) Preparation of reports.

c) Communication with Department personnel and tenants.

11.4.1 Due to the significance of the above listed reasons, the English requirement is being made with the intent that communications between the Contractor representatives and Department personnel, and between the Contractor representatives and the public will be understood.

11.5 Contractor will submit a report and all service slips/invoices to the Site Coordinator to effectively communicate on what chemical is being sprayed and how much is being utilized on a monthly basis.

11.6 The Contractor will submit a monthly report (in excel or comparable software) to the IPMC on pest management completed on AZARNG sites including, but not limited to, pesticides, rodent traps, bird traps, and other control methods. The report will generally include, but not limited to, the date of service, site location, building, pesticide name, EPA number, percent of concentrate of active ingredient applied, total amount applied, total amount of concentrate applied, and the applicator.

The Contractor will coordinate with the IPMC on reporting requirements.

12. INSPECTION

12.1 In the event service performed is unsatisfactory or is NOT in accordance with the specifications the Contractor shall, upon notification by the Site Coordinator(s), cause the Department facilities to be serviced immediately without additional cost to the Department.

12.2 In the event that work performance is unsatisfactory, the Contractor will be notified by the Department and given a stated amount of time to correct the work.

12.3 The Department reserves the right to complete the work to its satisfaction and deduct the cost from any monies due to the Contractor if the work is NOT corrected within the allotted time frame.

13. QUALIFICATIONS

13.1 The Contractor performing pest control shall be licensed by the Arizona Department of

Agriculture to perform these services. A copy of this license shall be submitted to the IPMC in the monthly report. All personnel applying pesticides, insecticides, and herbicides under this contract shall be in compliance with all state and federal regulations and shall be in possession of all required certifications applicable to the work being performed.

INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT PLAN

FOR THE ARIZONA ARMY NATIONAL GUARD

May 2022 i

1 Signature Page

Technical Review: Date:

Lauren Esposito Integrated Pest Management Coordinator

Shelby Manney Cultural Resources Program Manager

Brian S. Miller Environmental Program Manager

LTC Peggy J. Grunewald Construction and Facilities Management Officer

COL Joseph A. Haro Arizona Training Centers Garrison Commander

CW4 John E. Allen State Safety Manager / Aviation Safety Officer

COL Tommy C. Leeper State Surgeon

Alisa Dickson ARNG Conservation Branch Chief ii

Technical Approval:

William B. Miller, Ph.D US Army Environmental Command ARNG Pest Management Consultant

Approval:

Major General Kerry L. Muehlenbeck The Adjutant General iii

Table of Contents

1 Signature Page ............................................................................................................................. i

2 Executive Summary:

3 Background:

3.1 Purpose:

3.2 Authority:

3.3 Plan Maintenance:

4 Responsibilities

4.1 The Adjutant General

4.2 Integrated Pest Management Coordinator

4.3 Pest Management Provider

4.4 Pest Management Contractors

4.5 Construction and Facility Management Office

4.6 G-3 Operations and Plans

4.7 Facility Managers and Maintenance Personnel

4.8 State Surgeon

4.9 Unit Commanders

4.10 Building Occupants

5 Integrated Pest Management

5.1 Legal Mandate

5.2 Operations

6 Priority of Pest Management

6.1 Disease Vectors and Public Health Pests

6.2 Quarantine and Regulated Pests

6.3 Vertebrate Pests

6.4 Structural Pests

6.5 Pests Found In and Around Buildings

6.6 Noxious Weeds and Invasive Plants and Animals

6.7 Undesired Vegetation

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7 Health and Safety

7.1 Medical Surveillance of Pest Management Personnel

7.2 Hazard Communication

7.3 Personal Protective Equipment

7.4 Fire Protection

7.5 Pest Management Vehicle(s)

7.6 Protection of the Public

7.7 Pesticide Shop Health, Safety, and Hazards

8 Environmental Considerations

8.1 Sensitive Areas

8.2 Endangered or Protected Species and Critical Habitats

8.3 Cultural and Historical Resources

8.4 Environmental Documentation

8.5 Pesticide Spills and Remediation

8.6 Climate Change

9 Program Administration

9.1 Pest Management Operations

9.2 Pest Management Contracts

9.3 Outleases

9.4 Interservice Support Agreements

9.5 Reports and Records

9.6 Training and Certification

9.7 Pesticide Security

9.8 Emergency Disease Vector Surveillance and Control

9.9 Coordination (DoD and other federal, state, and local agencies)

10 Sale and Distribution of Pesticides

11 Integrated Pest Management References and Links

11.1 Federal Laws

11.2 Directives and Instructions

11.3 DoD Regulations and Policy

11.4 Other References, Manuals, Books, and Guides

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LIST OF APPENDICES

Appendix A – Federally-Owned AZARNG Sites ..................................................................... A-B

Appendix B – Integrated Pest Management Outlines ................................................................. B-F

Appendix C – AZARNG State Pesticide Use List...................................................................... C-1

Appendix D – AZARNG Pest Management Treatment Record ................................................. D-5

Appendix E – Integrated Pest Management Points of Contact .................................................... E-2

Appendix F – National Environmental Policy Act Documentation ............................................ F-1

Appendix G – Annual Plan Update Form .................................................................................. G-1

Appendix H – Definitions and Glossary ..................................................................................... H-2

Appendix I – Pest Management Provider Certifications .............................................................. I-1

2 Executive Summary

Per Department of Defense (DoD) Instruction 4150.07, the DoD “uses integrated pest management (IPM) to prevent or control pests and disease vectors that may degrade readiness or military operations by affecting the health of personnel or that may damage structures, material, or property”. DoD defines a pest as an organism that does not cause disease, but adversely affects readiness, military operations, or the well-being of personnel and animals; attacks or damages real property, material, or vegetation; or is otherwise undesirable.

The Arizona Army National Guard (AZARNG) recognizes that many organisms treated as pests are also considered an integral component of the environment. Therefore, per Army Regulation (AR) 200-1, the pest management program uses IPM to achieve effective pest control with minimal environmental impacts. IPM, as used by the Arizona Army National Guard (AZARNG), is an approach that utilizes all available techniques in an organized program to suppress pest populations in an effective, economical, and environmentally safe manner. The techniques of IPM include cultural, physical, mechanical, biological, and chemical controls.

IPM strategies depend on surveillance to establish the need for pest control and to monitor the effectiveness of management efforts. Pest control is done by need rather than by schedule with limited use of preventative treatments (common exceptions are pre-emergent herbicides, mosquito larvicide and some fungicide treatments). Pests are controlled to acceptable levels and not always eliminated.

The contents of this Integrated Pest Management Plan (IPMP) apply to all activities and individuals working at AZARNG state- and federally-owned sites (Appendix A). AZARNG state-owned sites are those listed in the PRIDE database, including state-owned, 50% Federal Supported/50% State Supported Readiness Centers. Both federal- and state-owned AZARNG sites follow federal, state, and local laws and regulations that apply to pest management, pesticide use, applicator certification, record-keeping, and reporting. At no time will pest management operations be done in a manner that will cause harm to personnel or violate the law.

The application of pesticides is governed by the label. No pesticide will be applied contrary to its label.

This plan describes AZARNG’s pest management requirements, outlines the resources necessary for surveillance and control, and describes the administrative, safety and environmental requirements of the AZARNG IPM program. The first step in pest management begins with the individuals who occupy or maintain buildings by keeping buildings and personal space clean (e.g., keeping food in designated areas, cleaning desk areas regularly). For pests that cannot be controlled through cleanliness efforts alone, the program uses pest management providers, who have the necessary state and/or DoD certifications, to control pests using the procedures found in the IPM Outlines (Appendix B). If needed, contracted pest control services are administered and funded by the Construction and Facilities Management Office (CFMO), with IPM technical guidance and quality assurance provided by the Integrated Pest Management Coordinator (IPMC). Additional responsibilities of pest management personnel are detailed in Section 4 of this plan.

This plan is a working document and will be continually updated to reflect implemented pest management and IPM program practices.

3 Background

3.1 Purpose

This IPMP is a framework that defines how pest management is accomplished by the AZARNG.

The plan identifies elements of the program to include health and environmental safety, pest identification, and pest management as well as pesticide storage, transportation, use, and disposal. This plan is used as a tool to reduce reliance on pesticides, enhance environmental protection, and maximize the use of IPM techniques.

3.2 Authority

3.2.1 Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA)

3.2.2 Integrated Pest Management Memorandum from the President. August 2, 1979

3.2.3 Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI) 4150.07, DoD Pest Management Program, 26 December 2019

3.2.4 AR 200-1, Environmental Protection and Enhancement, 13 December 2007

3.2.5 Memorandum, Army National Guard (ARNG)-ILE, 04 February 2016, subject:

Integrated Pest Management Program Policy

3.2.6 Arizona State Statute Title 3, Chapter 20 Pest Management Division (A.R.S. § 3-3603)

3.3 Plan Maintenance

3.3.1 The IPMC maintains this plan.

3.3.2 Updates to the plan are made, when necessary, by the IPMC. Updates to the plan can be in the form of an attached memorandum that is referenced in the affected section of the plan.

Minor changes can also be notated directly in the plan and initialed by the IPMC.

3.3.3 Plan review and approval are conducted in accordance with DoD, Department of the Army (DA), and ARNG policies and directives. This IPMP will be reviewed annually by the IPMC during the preparation of the annual Plan Update Form (PUF) (an example PUF is in Appendix H). A completed PUF will be the documentation of the annual plan review. Annual updates of this plan are sent, via the PUF, to the ARNG Pest Management Consultant (PMC) no later than 15 October.

3.3.4 This plan will be revised every five years. Revisions will formally incorporate the annual updates and any other changes to the program that have occurred since the last revision.

Complete rewriting of the IPMP during the revision process is not required unless substantial program changes have occurred. Revised IPMPs are reviewed by the ARNG PMC for technical accuracy and sufficiency and are signed by The Adjutant General (TAG). Additional signees of the IPMP are specified in DoDI 4150.07.

4 Responsibilities

4.1 The Adjutant General is considered the “Installation Commander” of the virtual installation in regard to the requirements in DoDI 4150.07, AR 200-1, and the ARNG Integrated Pest Management Program Policy Memorandum and has ultimate responsibility for pest management actions at both AZARNG state- and federally-owned sites (Appendix A).

4.1.1 Approve and support the IPMP.

4.1.2 Designate an IPMC to oversee all pest management activities. Approval of this plan constitutes the written appointment of the listed IPMC.

4.1.3 Ensure that AZARNG personnel performing pest control as a part of their assigned duties receive adequate training (in accordance with Section 9.6 of this plan), and, when required, obtain appropriate pest management certification(s).

4.1.4 Ensure that all pest management operations are conducted safely and have minimal impact on the environment.

4.2 Integrated Pest Management Coordinator

4.2.1 Prepare and maintain the IPMP with 5-year revisions.

4.2.2 Annually review and update the IPMP as needed.

4.2.3 Ensure all pesticides are approved by the ARNG PMC prior to their use and all pesticide used at AZARNG sites are listed on the AZARNG State Pesticide Use List (SPUL) (Appendix C).

4.2.4 Coordinate with personnel conducting pest surveillance and/or control to ensure all applicable information is recorded and reported as required by the directives cited in Section 3.2 and this plan.

4.2.5 Function as a point of contact between those individuals who store and apply pesticides (e.g., facility management, pest control contractors) and activities or individuals who document, regulate, manage, or are impacted by pesticide usage at AZARNG sites (e.g., Environmental Office, Safety Office, Fire Department, and Industrial Hygienist).

4.2.6 Coordinate with the AZARNG Natural Resources Manager (NRM) about pest control actions in semi-improved or unimproved grounds where there may be endangered, threatened, or sensitive animals (including insects) or plants.

4.2.7 Coordinate with the AZARNG Cultural Resources Manager (CRM) when pest control actions may impact native plants and animals of interest to the Tribes, cultural sites, or a building eligible for or listed in the National Register of Historic Places.

4.2.8 Coordinate with Arizona Training Centers for all pest management performed on training or maneuver land.

4.2.9 Coordinate with local health officials to determine the prevalence of disease vectors and other public health pests in the area surrounding AZARNG sites. Oversee surveillance at AZARNG sites for known vectors for diseases such as West Nile, Dengue, Chikungunya, and Zika viruses.

4.2.10 Coordinate with the State Surgeon on any necessary measures for control of disease vectors and other public health pests at AZARNG sites.

4.2.11 Monitor certification and continuing pest management training for pesticide applicators at AZARNG sites. Maintain copies of current certifications in Appendix K of this plan.

4.2.12 Coordinate with the CFMO to forward contracts including pest management activities, as needed, at AZARNG federally-owned sites (Appendix A) to the ARNG PMC for technical accuracy and sufficiency review prior to solicitation of the contract. For contracted pre-construction treatment of soil to control termites at AZARNG federally-owned sites (Appendix A), ARNG PMC review and approval of the termite management section of contracts is not required if the contract language is in accordance with the current Unified Facilities Guide Specification for chemical termite control.

4.2.13 Coordinate with federal, state, and local agencies, as necessary, to conduct the AZARNG IPM program in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations that apply to pest management, pesticide use, applicator certification, record-keeping, and reporting.

4.2.14 Provide answers to questions concerning pest management from Commanders, ARNG Directorate, Headquarter Department of Army, and interested state agencies.

4.2.15 Prepare, with assistance from a PMC certified in DoD Category 11: Aerial Application Pest Control, an Aerial Spray Statement of Need (ASSON) for any potential aerial application of pesticides to AZARNG federally-owned sites (Appendix A).

4.2.16 Obtain IPMC certification within two years of being appointed to the position and maintain certification with refresher training every three years.

4.3 Pest Management Provider

4.3.1 Use IPM techniques to the maximum extent possible.

4.3.2 Maintain current DoD or state certification to apply pesticides in the applicable category of pest control for work being done at AZARNG sites and comply with all federal and state laws and regulations. Send a copy of the certification to the IPMC annually for inclusion in Appendix K of this plan.

4.3.3 Control pests according to the provisions of this plan, in accordance with state and local laws and regulations, and DoD, Army, and ARNG instructions, regulations, and policies (DoDI 4150.07, AR 200-1, ARNG Integrated Pest Management Program Policy Memorandum).

4.3.4 Conduct surveillance for mosquitoes, ticks, cockroaches, or other pests that could adversely affect the health and welfare of installation personnel.

4.3.5 Operate in a manner that minimizes risk to personnel and the environment.

4.3.6 When using pesticides, always read and follow the label. The label is the law. Ensure all pesticides used at AZARNG sites are listed on the AZARNG State Pesticide Use List (SPUL) (Appendix C).

4.3.7 Keep records of all pest surveillance and control efforts and provide reports to the IPMC using the format(s) and frequency as specified in this plan.

4.3.8 Maintain effective liaison with county, state, and federal health and environmental officials, as necessary.

4.4 Pest Management Contractors

4.4.1 Use IPM and conduct pest management in accordance with this plan. In most situations, chemical control should be used after all other IPM techniques have been completed. Interviews of AZARNG personnel prior to implementing chemical control should include questions about prior IPM techniques implemented (e.g., food storage and cleaning).

4.4.2 Comply with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

4.4.3 When using pesticides, always read and follow the label. The label is the law. Ensure all pesticides used at AZARNG sites are listed on the AZARNG State Pesticide Use List (SPUL) (Appendix C).

4.4.4 Submit written records of all pest management activities to the IPMC using the format(s) and frequency as specified by the directives cited in Section 3.2 of this plan and the contract.

4.5 Construction and Facility Management Office

4.5.1 Determine the pest management requirements for the AZARNG sites and request appropriate funding to support contracted pest control operations.

4.5.2 Ensure that AZARNG personnel performing pest control as a part of their assigned duties receive adequate training (in accordance with Section 9.6 of this plan) and achieve pest management certification, as required.

4.5.3 Ensure all pest management activities are recorded in accordance with this plan and reports are provided to the IPMC at intervals as specified in this plan. Maintain records of pest management operations as required by the directives cited in Section 3.2 and this plan.

4.5.4 Request and monitor contracted pest control operations. Ensure pest management contractors complete activities as required by the directives cited in Section 3.2, this plan, and the contract.

4.5.5 Coordinate with the IPMC to forward contracts including pest management activities, as needed, at AZARNG federally-owned sites (Appendix A) to the ARNG PMC for technical accuracy and sufficiency review prior to solicitation of the contract. For contracted pre-construction treatment of soil to control termites at AZARNG federally-owned sites (Appendix A), ARNG PMC review and approval of the termite management section of contracts is not required if the contract language is in accordance with the current Unified Facilities Guide Specification for chemical termite control.

4.5.6 Provide a copy of each finalized pest control contract to the IPMC within 30 days.

4.5.7 Initiate requests for aerial application of pesticides, when necessary.

4.5.8 Stray animal control is coordinated and performed by the CFMO using in-house personnel, contracted personnel, and/or through an agreement with the local municipal animal control authorities. Technical oversight will be provided by the IPMC.

4.6 Arizona Training Centers

4.6.1 Determine the pest management requirements for the AZARNG training and maneuver lands and request appropriate Integrated Training Area Management (ITAM) funding when pests are impeding training/maneuvers.

4.6.2 For management of pests that are not impeding training/maneuvers (e.g., hornet nests in bivouac areas, noxious/invasive weeds in maneuver areas, etc.), ensure the use of all non-chemical pest control techniques as recommended in the IPM outlines (Appendix B) before requesting further assistance from the CFMO for in-house or contracted pest control.

4.6.3 Coordinate with the IPMC on any pest management activities occurring on AZARNG training and maneuver lands.

4.6.4 Ensure all pest management activities on training and maneuver lands are performed in accordance with this plan, including the recording and reporting of pesticide usage.

4.6.5 Request and assist with the monitoring of contracted pest control operations.

4.6.6 Coordinate with the IPMC to ensure that contracts including pest management activities at AZARNG training and maneuver lands are forwarded to the ARNG PMC for review for technical sufficiency prior to solicitation of the contract.

4.6.7 Initiate requests for aerial application of pesticides, when necessary.

4.7 Facility/Building Managers and Maintenance Personnel

4.7.1 Ensure the application of good sanitary practices, landscape maintenance, and materials management to prevent pest infestations.

4.7.2 Use all non-chemical pest control techniques as recommended in the IPM outlines (Appendix B) before requesting further assistance from the CFMO for in-house or contracted pest control.

4.7.3 Ensure all pest management activities are recorded in accordance with this plan and reports are provided to the IPMC at intervals specified in this plan.

4.7.4 Cooperate fully with pest management personnel in scheduling pest management operations to include preparing the areas to be treated.

4.7.5 Have available on-site Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) for any pesticide stored or used on the premises.

4.8 State Surgeon

4.8.1 Evaluate the human health aspects of the IPM program.

4.8.2 Coordinate with the IPMC on any necessary human health-related measures for control of disease vectors and other public health pests at AZARNG sites.

4.9 Unit Commanders

4.9.1 Ensure the proper use of the DoD Arthropod Repellent System and other personal protective measures when troops are exposed to potential disease vectors such as mosquitoes and ticks.

4.9.2 Brief troops on potential biological threats (such as scorpions) before training exercises.

4.9.3 Appoint a field sanitation team for echelons battalion or higher. Ensure that field sanitation teams are trained and supplied and mission capable prior to deployment.

4.10 Building Occupants

4.10.1 Utilize good sanitary practices to prevent pest infestations. Keep all areas free of open food containers. Do not accumulate pest harborage materials such as empty boxes or dunnage (loose wood).

4.10.2 Cooperate fully with contractors and CFMO personnel in scheduling pest management operations to include preparing the areas to be treated.

4.10.3 Report all pest management issues to the CFMO or IPMC.

5 Integrated Pest Management

5.1 Legal Mandate

5.1.1 “Integrated Pest Management Memorandum from the President. August 2, 1979” that emphasizes the utilization of IPM techniques and encourages the use of IPM for economic and environmental benefits.

5.2 Operations

5.2.1 The four basic principles of IPM work together to provide long term control of pest populations at acceptable levels with the least detrimental impact on the environment. Although the use of the least‐toxic pesticide is an integral part of IPM, non‐chemical control is emphasized. Use of pesticides is almost always a temporary measure and often more expensive if used regularly. Non‐chemical control may initially be more expensive but will usually be more cost effective long-term with ongoing pest management. Non‐chemical controls have the added advantage of being less toxic which reduces the potential risk to human health and the environment. Surveillance and monitoring of pests are stressed in an IPM program since it is important to determine the cause of the pest infestation and the most effective management of the problem. Insect and vertebrate pests require food, water, and harborage. Long-term control is dependent upon eliminating or restricting pests’ access to these requirements.

5.2.2 Mechanical and Physical Control: This type of control alters the environment where pests live, excludes pests, or traps and removes pests where they are not wanted. Examples of mechanical and physical control include harborage elimination in structures through caulking or filling voids, screening, mechanical traps or glue boards, and nets and other barriers to prevent entry into buildings.

5.2.3 Cultural Control: Strategies in this method involve manipulating environmental conditions to suppress or eliminate pests. For example, judicious sanitation at dining facilities reduces the attractiveness of the area to flocks of birds that may cause increased air strike hazard.

Replacing ornamental trees and shrubbery with native plants that are less attractive to defoliating pests is another cultural measure. One of the most important methods of cultural control is storing food in proper areas and containers; many pests will seek areas where food is easily accessible.

5.2.4 Biological Control: In this control strategy, predators, parasites, or disease organisms are used to control pest populations. For example, the introduction of ragwort flea beetle, and the cinnabar moth have dramatically reduced the prevalence of tansy ragwort. Release of these biological controls in infested areas can eliminate tansy ragwort at that location. Introduction of new biological controls is the responsibility of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), Plant Protection and Quarantine, Biological Control Program.

5.2.5 Chemical Control: Pesticides kill living organisms, whether they are plants, insects, or other animals. At one time, pesticides were considered the most effective control available, but pesticide resistance has rendered many ineffective. In recent years, the trend has been to use pesticides that have limited residual action. While reducing human exposure and lessening environmental impact, the cost of chemical control has risen due to requirements for more frequent application. Since personal protection and special handling and storage requirements are necessary with the use of pesticides, the overall cost of chemical control can be quite high when compared with non‐chemical control methods. However, the use of chemicals may be warranted to control some pests and invasive species when other control methods are not sufficiently effective.

6 Priority of Pest Management

Priorities of pest control operations are in the order shown below. Pests that affect the health of AZARNG personnel are of greatest importance. Other important pests included in this section are pests that damage real property, food, and other commodities and those that are a threat to natural and cultural resources.

6.1 Disease Vectors and Public Health Pests

6.1.1 Mosquito species have the potential to transmit Western equine encephalitis, St. Louis encephalitis, West Nile virus, Zika virus, Dengue, Chikungunya, and other diseases. Mosquito-borne virus transmission is usually most prevalent from June through October when mosquitoes are most abundant.

6.1.2 Ticks may transmit disease organisms (such as Lyme disease). Personnel conducting outdoor activities can minimize tick exposure by wearing appropriate clothing (see DoD Arthropod Repellent System) and performing personal hygiene inspections (with bathing) daily.

6.1.3 Some spiders (such as the brown recluse) and stinging insects may produce painful bites as well as toxic reactions. Bees and wasps may produce allergic reactions in some individuals.

6.1.4 Scorpions and black widow spiders are usually encountered in undisturbed areas.

Scorpions are venomous and the stings are painful but typically cause few problems to personnel who are not allergic. Black widow spiders are venomous, but their bites are painless.

6.1.5 Venomous snakes can cause serious illness or death. Snakes, even when non-venomous, may have painful bites. Snakes found in areas where they are not wanted are captured alive and relocated to other areas away from ongoing activities.

6.1.6 Skunks, foxes, raccoons, and bats may be infected with rabies. Since these animals may be found in or under buildings, the disease potential should be considered when doing control work with these animals. Bat feces may contain several fungi which, when aerosolized and inhaled, can cause potentially fatal illnesses. Utilize appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when cleaning bat-contaminated areas.

6.1.7 Deer flies may transmit tularemia through their bites but contracting the disease in this manner rarely occurs.

6.1.8 Mice occasionally invade buildings and cause damage to food and other products. In addition, mice present a potential human health threat of Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS). This disease results from the inhalation of the aerosolized virus found in the feces and urine of rodents, particularly deer mice (Peromyscus maniculatus). Although this disease is relatively rare, the high fatality rate (50 percent) makes it significant in the range where it occurs.

Utilize appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when either handling or removing mice and/or cleaning mouse-contaminated areas.

6.1.9 Fleas found on rodents can transmit plague. Human plague cases have occurred in the past but are extremely rare occurrences.

6.2 Quarantine and Regulated Pests

The IPMC will coordinate with the local USDA inspectors to determine requirements regarding inspection of cargo for the presence of eggs, larvae, and/or adult insects that the USDA has prohibited from entering certain geographic areas. Any retrograde cargo received is inspected inside the common carrier (e.g., truck, aircraft) used for transport. If any signs of live pests or plant/soil material are present, the shipping container is to be immediately sealed and impounded to prevent discharge of the contents. Notify the local USDA inspector and determine further disposition of the materiel after a joint inspection. If any quarantine pest is suspected, the Facility/Building Manager notifies the IPMC.

6.3 Vertebrate Pests

6.3.1 Mice and rats occasionally invade buildings. The primary management techniques for controlling these rodents are exclusion and sanitation. Snap traps are the main method used for controlling rodent infestations indoors.

6.3.2 Gophers, moles, prairie dogs, and ground squirrels damage lawns and other turf areas through their burrowing. Some of these rodents may be protected under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) and/or state wildlife regulations; it is vital to coordinate with the AZARNG NRM before performing any exterior rodent pest management.

6.3.3 Stray animal control at AZARNG sites is coordinated and performed by the CFMO using in-house personnel, contracted personnel, and/or through an agreement with the local municipal animal control authorities.

6.3.4 Wildlife, such as bats or snakes, may be protected under the ESA or state law. It is vital to coordinate with the AZARNG NRM before doing any wildlife pest management.

6.3.5 Control efforts for regulated wildlife species, such as coyotes and game species, are coordinated with the USDA APHIS Wildlife Services and Arizona Game and Fish Department.

6.4 Structural Pests

6.4.1 Birds roost in warehouses, aircraft hangars, maintenance buildings, and other structures.

They can damage equipment and supplies with their droppings. Most birds are protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act; therefore, coordination with the AZARNG NRM is necessary before taking any management action.

6.4.2 Due to the high cost of repairing termite damage, ingestible structures are periodically inspected for termites or termite damage. Carpenter ants may also damage wooden structures.

6.5 Pests Found In and Around Buildings

6.5.1 Food items located in dining facilities, armory kitchens, or food storage facilities may become infested by stored food product insects.

6.5.2 Crawling insects (e.g., ants, cockroaches, bedbugs) and spiders may require control in offices, billeting, food service facilities, warehouses, and administrative buildings. Proper sanitation and housekeeping are very effective in discouraging these insects.

6.6 Noxious Weeds and Invasive Plants and Animals

Invasive plants are species that have few, if any, natural controls in their location, spreading out of control and outcompeting native plants. The AZARNG supports the three goals of the National Strategy for Invasive Plant Management: prevention, control, and restoration.

6.7 Undesired Vegetation

Weeds along fence lines, road shoulders, paved surfaces (including runways), other developed areas, and training areas may require control using IPM techniques, including the appropriate use of herbicides. Noxious vegetation such as poison oak should be controlled when it grows where it can frequently contact personnel. Often, control of unwanted plants can be done mechanically using mowers and trimmers.

7 Health and Safety

7.1 Medical Surveillance of Pest Management Personnel

Pesticide applicators must read and follow all health and safety information on the label.

Currently, AZARNG personnel are NOT authorized to conduct pesticide applications, which require enrollment in a medical surveillance program (including the wear of respirators), without pre-coordination with the State Safety and Occupational Health Office. Contractors performing pest management services are responsible for their own medical surveillance program.

7.2 Hazard Communication

Pesticide SDSs are to be made available to all individuals who have contact with these chemicals. Hazard Communication (HAZCOM) training is mandatory for individuals working with hazardous materials, including pesticides.

7.3 Personal Protective Equipment

7.3.1 PPE as specified on the pesticide’s label is provided to pest management personnel (in-house pest management providers) by the CFMO or the unit. Submit purchase order requests, when supplies of PPE become low.

7.3.2 Appropriate respiratory protection (High-Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filter cartridges) should be used when working in enclosed areas infested with rodents and rodent waste, as well as additional measures like disposable gloves and the use of disinfectants. Rodent waste is associated with HPS.

7.4 Fire Protection

The usual hazards presented by a fire are compounded in the case of a pesticide fire by the danger of pesticide poisoning and contamination. Fire protection of pesticides will be governed by the label and the AZARNG Hazardous Material, Waste, and/or Spill Management Plans.

7.5 Pest Management Vehicle(s)

Whenever possible, designate a single vehicle to transport and apply pesticides. Pesticides are never transported in the cabs of vehicles, personal vehicles, or vehicles generally used for non-pesticide related activities. Whenever possible, pesticides are transported in a lockable storage compartment of an assigned vehicle(s). In addition, care is taken to secure pesticides to prevent damage to the containers and spillage of the chemicals. At no time are pesticides to be left unsecured in an unattended vehicle at an unsecure location.

7.6 Protection of the Public

Take precautions during pesticide application to protect the public, on and off AZARNG sites.

Follow all precautions listed…