Georgia Pest Control Practice Test

Under which circumstance would you not use a termite baiting system?

1. As a pre-construction treatment

2. As a post-construction treatment with a spot treatment

3. Near wells or bodies of water

4. All of the above are appropriate

The correct answer is: All of the above are appropriate

A termite baiting system is primarily designed for monitoring and controlling termite populations rather than for initial prevention. While it can be effective in certain scenarios, there are specific circumstances where its application might not be ideal. In pre-construction treatments, typically, chemical barriers such as liquid termiticides are preferred. These provide an immediate protective barrier against termite invasion before the structure is built, which is not something a baiting system can achieve effectively. Additionally, when it comes to post-construction treatments, spot treatments using liquid formulations can offer targeted and immediate results in treating existing infestations. Baiting systems, while helpful for ongoing monitoring and control, may not provide a fast response to an already established termite presence. Furthermore, using baiting systems near wells or bodies of water is generally discouraged due to environmental safety and regulation concerns. The potential for chemical migration into water sources makes this a sensitive area where other treatment methods, such as localized treatments, would be more appropriate. Given these points, while there are situations where baiting systems can be utilized, they are not the most suitable option in the previously mentioned scenarios.