How can a pest management professional (PMP) using Green Service reduce risks from pesticide application?

A pest management professional (PMP) using Green Service can effectively reduce risks from pesticide application by choosing methods that minimize exposure to people and pets. This approach focuses on selecting and implementing strategies that prioritize safety while managing pests. For instance, using targeted applications or alternative pest control methods, such as integrated pest management (IPM), ensures that the application of pesticides is done in a way that limits human and animal contact, thereby reducing potential health risks.

Additionally, integrating practices like using less toxic products or applying pesticides at times when people and pets are less likely to be present further enhances safety. By focusing on reducing exposure, PMPs not only comply with safety regulations but also promote environmental health, which is a key principle of sustainable pest management. This ultimately leads to more informed and conscientious pest management practices that protect both public health and the ecosystem.