Bed bugs, human blood-sucking pests, have resurged in the US and much of the world since 2000. An apartment manager survey we conducted in 2014 indicated that low-income, mid to high rises for the elderly and disabled were experiencing the highest bed bug infestation rates. For the morning’s training session, we’ll discuss bed bug management (identification, early detection, prevention, and control procedures) and will share our experiences from inspecting Tennessee’s low-income high rises. We’ll finish the morning session with a hands-on inspection of the camp’s cabins and lodges. The afternoon session will include a brief presentation on household pests, followed by group problem-solving scenarios and observation of preserved pest specimens and damage. Agents are encouraged to bring household/structural pests to “stump the chump”. Our goal is to transfer as much of our knowledge and lessons learned to you, so you can better serve your clientele. Enrollment will be capped with agents and camp staff given a first priority. Agents and camp staff registered on SUPER by December 31, 2018.
Feb. 26, 2019 – Clyde Austin 4H Camp, Greeneville, TN
Feb. 27, 2019 – Clyde M. York 4H Camp, Crossville, TN
Feb. 28, 2019 – W. P. Ridley 4H Camp, Columbia, TN
Mar. 1, 2019 – Lone Oaks Farm, Middleton, TN
Who should attend?
• Pest Management Professionals (5 TN pesticide applicator CEUs for categories 7, 8, 10, and 12)
• Housing managers, purchasing officers, pest control, maintenance, and other staff
• Others with an interest in bed bug and household pest management
Cost per person:
Housing Personnel – $50
Others – $50
Pest Management Professionals – $100