subject: Child And Pet Friendly Pest Control Projects [print this page] While there are a range of equipments and pesticides that help you get rid of all kinds of unwanted insects ranging from cockroaches, ants, spiders and even wasps. But, do you know if these solutions are safe for the children and pets in your home?
Before you lay out the traps, fly strips or spray other commercial pest control tools, here are some factors that need to be considered to ensure that your project is child and pet friendly.
1. For starters, a large number of pests can be controlled without employing any artificial or chemical pest control methods. Research about some Integrated Pest Management techniques which give innovative do it yourself home based ideas to curb the growth of or eliminate the existence of pests in your home.
2. It is recommended that you first opt for preventive techniques as against aggressive methods involving use of heavy duty pest control tools and materials.
3. If you are using repellants of any form for mosquitoes and other pests, make sure that you use one with the lowest amount of concentration and make use of quantities only to the extent that is required.
4. While applying these repellents on the body, make sure that you do not let the kids apply it themselves as it may go into their eyes or mouth. Avoid applying it on their face.
5. While treating the indoors with any kind of pesticide, close the windows while the treatment is being conducted and then open them in after 30 minutes to bring in the fresh air.
6. Additionally, before starting, cover all the play things, toys and items that are frequently touched and used by your child or pet. Put items that are possibility exposed to the spray for a wash before handing it back to the child or pet.
7. There is a possibility of the fruits, vegetables and meat still being contaminated with pesticides and insecticides when they are just brought in from the market. Wash them, clean them or boil them properly before feed it to your child or pet.
8. Identify simple and basic ways in which one can control the infestation of pests and weeds without using any chemicals. Try keeping your outdoor area as organic as possible.
While you are getting your home and outdoor area treated, make sure that you keep the children and pets away from the area for a little while after it is done as well. Train your children as far as possible about not to touch fleas, bed bugs and other insects they come across and notify a parent immediately. These basic safety measures can ensure a healthy and safe living for your children and pets.
