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MANAGEMENT OF SUBTERRANEAN TERMITES

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

1. APPLICATION EQUIPMENT:

   • Hand Spraying:
     • Use a rose head shrouded nozzle at 170 kPa with a flow meter and pressure regulator.
   • Treatment Beneath Concrete Slabs or Sealed Areas:
     • Use a sub-slab injector with a multi-directional tip, operated at 170 kPa.
   • Injection into Soil:
     • Use a soil rod with a multi-directional tip, operated at 170 kPa.

2. APPLICATION VOLUME:

   • Adjust application volume for impervious soils. Do not use emulsion volumes less than 2 L for every square meter to be treated.
   • Emulsion volumes other than 5 L/m2 are permitted only when installing barriers in exposed soil.

3. EXISTING STRUCTURES:

   • a) Strategic Drilling Through Slab or Sealed Areas:
     • Grid drilling of the slab is not required unless there is a known severe termite hazard.
   • b) External Barrier:
     • Install an external barrier around the perimeter using vertical or horizontal methods, as determined by construction type.

4. SUSPENDED FLOORS:

   • Install vertical barriers as specified in Australian Standard Series AS 3660 around substructure walls, stumps, piers, pipes, and wastes.

TERMITE MANAGEMENT:

• Keep subfloor areas free of stored or waste timber and materials attracting termites.
• Eliminate dampness caused by leaks or inadequate drainage.
• Ensure adequate subfloor ventilation to eliminate undue dampness.
• Regular, competent inspections are recommended as part of an overall termite management program.

COLONIES NOT IN CONTACT WITH THE GROUND:

• Treat colonies not in contact with the ground as recommended for established colonies, as per Australian Standard Series AS 3660.

SERVICE REQUIREMENT:

• Regular inspections by a licensed Pest Manager are recommended for determining termite pressure and environmental conditions.

PERIOD OF EFFICACY:

• Efficacy depends on factors such as termite hazard, climatic conditions, soil types, and gardening/landscaping practices.

GENERAL PEST CONTROL:

1. MIXING:

   • Half fill the spray tank with water and add the required amount of Surefire Fortune 500 Multi-purpose Insecticide and Termiticide. Complete water addition with an agitator running.

2. CLEANING SPRAY EQUIPMENT:

   • After use, empty the equipment, wash thoroughly, and drain. Dispose of rinsate/rinse water according to storage and disposal instructions.

HORTICULTURAL CROPS:

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS:

• Mix product slowly into water in the spray tank while stirring or agitating.
• For ground application, use sufficient water for thorough coverage.

RE-ENTRY TO TREATED AREAS:

• Field Crops, Tree Crops, and Vines: Do not enter until spray deposits have dried. If entry is necessary, wear appropriate protective clothing.
• Greenhouses: Do not enter until spray deposits have dried. Wear protective clothing and a respirator if required.
• Cotton Chippers: Do not enter until spray deposits have dried. Wear specified protective clothing.