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Senior Living Pest Safety & Low-Risk Maintenance Checklist

Gentle, accessible IPM checklist tailored for older adults, caregivers, and family members to manage pests without respiratory or fall hazards.

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Audience: Seniors, Family Caregivers, and Senior Housing CoordinatorsTopic: Senior Living & Caregiver SafetyLast Reviewed: September 2026Document Status: Educational Checklist

💡 How to use: You can check off items interactively on this screen or click Print This Checklist to generate a clean, paper-ready copy for your walkthrough.

1. Fall Prevention & Low-Risk Inspection

Do not use step stools or ladders to inspect high shelves or ceiling corners; request family or caregiver assistance.Ensure sticky monitor traps are placed flush against baseboards out of main walking pathways to prevent tripping.Keep pathways and hallways clear of cardboard boxes and clutter where insects hide and falls could occur.

2. Respiratory Protection & Chemical Cautions

Avoid using aerosol sprays, bug bombs, or loose chemical dusts that can trigger coughing or exacerbate COPD/asthma.Prioritize mechanical cleaning: use damp microfiber cloths and a vacuum with a HEPA filter.Ask pest service technicians to prioritize closed gel baits and mechanical exclusion over broad perimeter spraying.

3. Accessible Food & Storage Adaptations

Use lightweight, easy-open airtight plastic containers with lever or flip locks rather than heavy glass twist jars.Store daily pantry goods at waist-to-chest height to minimize bending and reaching.Check refrigerator door gaskets to ensure a tight seal is maintained without mold buildup.

Walkthrough Notes & Moisture Observations:

Inspector / Resident: __________________________Date Completed: ___________________