Bed bugs in library books4/12/2023 ![]() ![]() The building interior should be well maintained and kept clean, as free as possible of the dirt and dust that provide nutrients for insects.Insects love corrugated cardboard as homes and a food source, so old, damaged boxes should be replaced with acid-free, lignin-free boxes.If incoming materials appear to have some form of insect damage, they should be covered tightly with plastic sheeting and insect sticky traps should be placed under the plastic to check for possible infestation. A quarantine room for the inspection of newly acquired material should be established as close to the goods entrance/loading dock as possible. ![]() Condensation on cold water pipes can be avoided by wrapping them with an insulation material.Restrooms, janitors' closets, and workrooms are sources of water and should be segregated from collection areas.HVAC systems should be located in a basement area rather than on the roof, and steps should be taken to ensure that there is no standing water and that condensate drains are always clear. HVAC (Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning) systems create wet and moist areas, and central systems have condensate drains.If possible, observe these additional steps: You can also deter the entrance of insects by using solid, impermeable construction materials such as brick, stone, concrete, and steel. Making the building inhospitable from the inside When designing a new building, consider the installation of a revolving door.Doors and windows should be tight fitting and kept closed at all times, and insect screening constructed of small mesh should cover every opening.Seal all unnecessary holes in the building, and seal and caulk around holes for electrical cables, water pipes, telephone connections, and waste pipes.Bird and other animal nests should be removed from the building.Ensure that all roof drains and downspouts are kept clear of debris and in good condition.All garbage and rubbish, including garden and library waste, should be kept in a vermin-proof container away from the building.Lights mounted away from the building should be the mercury-vapor type with a high ultraviolet output. ![]() Insects tend to be attracted by ultraviolet, so lights close to a building should have low ultraviolet output.
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