PEST MANAGEMENT

Even the most skillful and precise application of pesticides may not solve pest problems. Pesticides may be necessary and must only be applied by EH&S licensed personnel or approved exterminators after performing a thorough inspection to identify the pest and determine the cause for the existence or infestation.

It is unlawful to apply pesticides at any university property without proper licensing. 

• Reporting a pest problem

  To report a pest problem online, please choose from the options below:

  1. Main campus, HST, BST, and R&D park
  2. Campus residences
  3. Southampton

  To report a pest problem by phone:

  • Main campus, HST, BST, R&D park and Southampton - call Environmental Health & Safety at (631) 632-6410
  • Healthcare facilities - Call housekeeping at (631) 444-1460
  • Long Island State Veterans Home - call Environmental Services at (631) 444-8790
• How to help reduce pests

  To prevent pests in your work area:
  General housekeeping

  1. Close all screens, windows and doors
  2. Collect and dispose of all scrap paper, boxes and other debris
  3. Vacuum and mop floors regularly
  4. Empty garbage containers daily
  5. Inspect plants regularly for pests

  Good sanitation

  1. Allow food and beverages in designated areas only
  2. Prohibit storage of food in desks, file drawers and lockers
  3. Store food and condiments in tightly sealed containers
  4. Dispose of all scrap food promptly
  5. Clean all dishes, appliances and utensils thoroughly and regularly
  6. Clean behind and underneath appliances, cabinets, etc. 
  7. Clean and disinfect all surfaces
  8. Clean and dry all mops, buckets and sponges promptly

  Building maintenance

  1. Fix leaking pipes, faucets and other plumbing fixtures
  2. Clean grease traps and floor drains routinely
  3. Install weather-stripping and door sweeps
  4. Caulk walls, floor cracks and crevices
  5. Install and maintain screens in doors, windows, vents and floor drains
  6. Keep loading docks clean of food waste, garbage and debris
  7. Seal pipe chases and other penetrations

  Pesticides may be necessary and must only be applied by a certified applicator after performing a thorough inspection to identify the pest "target" and determine the cause for the existence or infestation (e.g. poor sanitation, open penetrations, water leaks, etc.).