February 15 2018 Strategies for Controlling Bed Bugs 1 Bed bugs 2 PreventionEarly Detection 3 EliminationControl 4 Monitoring 5 Environmental Health Slide 2 1 Bed Bugs Parasites Require blood meal to molt to next stageadult ID: 1039868
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1. Bed Bug ControlEnvironmental Health Section, SFDPHFebruary 15, 2018
2. Strategies for Controlling Bed Bugs1. Bed bugs2. Prevention/Early Detection3. Elimination/Control4. Monitoring5. Environmental HealthSlide 2
3. 1. Bed Bugs-Parasites. Require blood meal to molt to next stage/adult-Shape: Oval, flat-Color: Reddish brown color-6 legsSlide 3
4. Bed Bug LifecycleSlide 4-Egg, 1st stage larva, 2nd stage larva, 3rd stage larva, 4th stage larva, fifth stage larva, Adult
5. Public Health SignificanceThey do not transmit diseaseNuisance: bites, allergic reactions, itching, etc.Some people do not react to bites.Inspectors are unable to identify bed bug bitesIf your clients have bed bugs in their home, it does NOT mean it’s a sign of poor hygiene.Slide 5
6. Bed bug distributionBed bugs are hitchhikers. Easily transported.They can travel on clothing, bags, purses, luggage, furniture, mattresses, etc. They can be found in hotels, nursing homes, hospitals, child care centers movie theaters, public transportation, etc.Slide 6
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8. Slide 8Difficult to know where infestation beganInfestations may go unnoticed (6 months) till they are severe
9. 2. PreventionSlide 9Never bring into your homeSeal cracks and crevices with caulkingInspect hotel bed and furnitureProtect suitcase
10. Seal all cracks and crevicesDo not take furniture from the streetsLaundryBe mindful of guests visitingCan be difficult to preventReduce clutterSlide 10
11. Early detectionSlide 11Monitoring trapsBed bug interceptors for the foot of the bed Sticky glue boards/trapsInspection: bed bug activity
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13. Types of treatmentsVacuumingHeat/steam (direct)Volumetric heat (122°F or higher)InsecticidesFreezeDo not recommend do-it-yourself treatmentsDependent on the severity of infestation and conditionSlide 13
14. 3. Elimination/ControlSlide 14Do not move anything out of the infested unit
15. 3. Elimination/Control -Tenants: Prepare unit for treatment1. Declutter, remove unused items2. Launder all clothing on highest setting. 3. Store in sealable plastic bags4. Move furniture away from the walls5. Cooperate with management, pest control, and allow access to unit for inspections and treatment6. Follow pest control company guidelinesSlide 15
16. 3. Elimination/Control -Property OwnersInspection VerifyTypically provide pest control treatment from a licensed pest control company at least 3 timesProvide more if needed4. Provide sealable plastic bags5. Provide bed bug mattress encasementsSlide 16www.new-york-bed-bugs.comwww.gettyimage.com
17. 4. Monitoring Watch for signs of re-infestation Tenants must report to property owner/manager immediately if bed bugs are sighted Tenants must provide access for pest control service and inspection. Property owners/managers: proactive and conduct routine inspections on units.Slide 17
18. 5. Environmental HealthSF Health Code Article 11, Sec 581 (b)(8):The following conditions are hereby declared to be a public nuisance: Any noxious insect harborage or infestation including, but not limited to cockroaches, bed bugs, fleas, scabies, lice, spiders or other arachnids, houseflies, wasps and mosquitoes, except for harborages for honey-producing bees of the genus Apis regulated by the California Food and Agriculture Code Sections 29000 et seq. which are not otherwise determined to be a nuisance under State law. Slide 18
19. Environmental HealthComplaints: from tenants, managers, ownersRespond to complaints about bed bugs within 2 daysConduct inspection to verify complaintManagement/property owners: must provide pest control from a licensed pest control company or operator to unit and adjacent unitsTenants: must properly prepare unit for bed bug treatment and allow access for pest controlSlide 19
20. ComplicationsDPH Licensed Clinical Social WorkerConnects client to services (APS)Heavy cleaning, deep cleaning, bed bug preparation, decluttering Client has to qualifyServices are provided only if client allowsAbatement ConferenceCorrect by deadlineDirector’s Hearing Can lead to repossession of unitSlide 20
21. San Francisco Department of Public Health Director’s Rules and Regulations for Prevention and Control of Bed Bugs Slide 21
22. thank you!http://www.sfdph.org/dph/EH/Vector/Complaints: 311 or (415)701-2311