Manual for Indoor Residual Spraying: Application of Residual Sprays for Vector Control

To ensure the safe and correct application of a residual insecticide to indoor surfaces on which malaria vectors may rest. This manual is intended to serve as a model for developing relevant training manuals and procedures at the country level to ensure safe and effective use of insecticides in vector control programmes.

Capacity building

Sub-categories Malaria
Commodities
Latest update 2002
Version None
Developed by WHO/OMS
When to use To ensure the safe and correct application of a residual insecticide to indoor surfaces on which malaria vectors may rest. This manual is intended to serve as a model for developing relevant training manuals and procedures at the country level to ensure safe and effective use of insecticides in vector control programmes.
Languages English
Level of use Central, District, Regional
Form PDF document, 2.2 MB
Amount of training / TA required The tool could serve as the basis for a 2-day refresher training for implementers, but it is a stand-alone tool.
Inputs & outputs Output: Comprehensive review of safety procedures for indoor residual spraying.
Cost Free
Advantages Good reference document for IRS team members prior to implementation.
Limitations Focused on safety, less coverage of the logistics of actual spraying.
Availability http://whqlibdoc.who.int/HQ/2000/WHO_CDS_WHOPES_GCDPP_2000.3.Rev.1.pdf
Remarks For more information contact: Dr Morteza Zaim (WHO Pesticides Evaluation Scheme)
Contact zaimm@who.int
Submission date 2010-07-06 15:52:17

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