Emergency Pesticide Use Notification
Emergency Pesticide Use Notification
To: Parents/guardians of students, and staff of Woodmere School
From: The School IPM Coordinator: Mr. Ken Dioguardi Phone Number: 732-542-1055
This notice is to advise you that the following pesticide was used at Memorial School:
Pesticide Common Name | Pesticide Trade Name | EPA Registration Number |
|---|---|---|
Prallethrin | PT Wasp Freeze II | 499-550 |
Location of the pesticide application: Flashing above the kitchen door
Reason for the pesticide application: Wasps
The date and time the outdoor application took place:
DATE: 10/25/2024 TIME: 9:55 AM
Description of the problem and the factors that qualified the problem as an emergency that threatened the health or safety of a student or staff member: Stinging insects pose a threat to people, especially those that are allergic to their sting.
If applicable, description of steps to be taken to avoid emergency use of pesticides for this problem in the future: N/A
Description of the possible adverse effects of the pesticide(s) as per the Material Safety Data Sheets for the pesticide(s) to be used, if available: Caution: Keep out of the reach of children. May cause moderate but temporary irritation to the eyes. Avoid contact with the skin, eyes and clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling. Signal word: Danger. Hazard Statement H304 - May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
Pesticide product label instructions and precautions related to public safety:
Causes moderate eye irritation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin or clothing. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling and before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet. Remove contaminated clothing and launder before reuse.
Note: as required by law, we are advising you of the following statement:
The Office of Pesticide Programs of the United States Environmental Protection Agency has stated: "Where possible, persons who potentially are sensitive, such as pregnant women, infants, and children, should avoid any unnecessary pesticide exposure."