30/07/2015
Fumigation is a method of pest control that completely fills an
area with gaseous pesticides —or fumigants —to suffocate or
poison the pests within. It is used to control pests in buildings
(structural fumigation), soil, grain, and produce, and is also used
during processing of goods to be imported or exported to prevent
transfer of exotic organisms. This method also affects the
structure itself, affecting pests that inhabit the physical
structure, such as woodborers and drywood termites . [1]
Process
Fumigation generally involves the following phases: First the
area intended to be fumigated is usually covered to create a
sealed environment; next the fumigant is released into the space
to be fumigated; then, the space is held for a set period while the
fumigant gas percolates through the space and acts on and kills
any infestation in the product, next the space is ventilated so that
the poisonous gases are allowed to escape from the space, and
render it safe for humans to enter. If successful, the fumigated
area is now safe and pest free.
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