Bed bugs can take over a typical school and spread their eggs to every single educational establishment within the city. When this happens, it is important that school officials are aware of how to handle a bed bug infestation so they can prevent serious classroom disruptions. Bed bugs have been known to be hard to control and difficult to remove from dwellings. This makes it a challenge for businesses in that industry, because bed bugs can infiltrate their property’s facilities as well. In order to ensure the success of your business, you must have appropriate bed bug policy in place. Recent news regarding bed bugs in schools has caused a good bit of panic among parents and teachers. The thought of creepy crawlies being present in what should be a clean, healthy environment is unsettling for anyone. However, there is no need to panic. Bed bugs do not carry any diseases that are spread through their saliva. They also do not multiply quickly and are considered an annoyance, rather than a serious health hazard

Bed Bug Policy For Schools

Bed Bug Policy For Schools

The following policy is established in order to prevent and control bed bug infestations within the school. The school will work with an exterminator in the event of a confirmed or suspected case of bed bugs, as well as provide information and materials to parents, students and staff on how you can avoid bringing bed bugs into your home.

If you suspect that your child’s school has been affected by a bed bug infestation, this information may be useful:

What Are Bed Bugs?

When you think about bed bugs, a few images may likely come to mind—a large red welt on your arm or leg; a mattress riddled with tiny pinpricks in the fabric; or even an infestations of such severity that it’s hard to imagine them being contained. For many people, these are the first and last things they think about when they hear the word “bed bug”.

However, there are some key facts that are worth knowing if you find yourself in close contact with this pest:

• Bed bugs live on human blood only (no other animals). They feed at night while you sleep and lay eggs in the seams of mattresses, box springs, furniture and other areas where people spend most of their time sleeping.
• Bed bugs do not carry diseases transmissible from person-to-person by means other than blood feeding. No scientifically proven cases exist in which illness occurred solely because a person had been bitten by an infected bed bug.
• People do not need treatment after having been bitten by one or two insects because there is no evidence that people can become allergic to them through repeated exposure over time or multiple bites during one night’s sleep period; however, individual reactions vary widely so there may be some individuals who react badly when bit even once – though this seems uncommon among healthy adults who do not have allergies already present before they encountered an infestation of adult insects inside their home environment!

Why Should Parents Be Aware Of Bed Bugs?

Bed bugs have been found in all 50 states, and they can be found anywhere people live, work or play. It is important to educate yourself on the signs of bed bug infestation and look for them in your home or school setting. Bed bugs are not known to spread disease but can cause irritating bites that may lead to secondary infections if scratched. Bites from bed bugs are often mistaken for mosquito bites because their appearance is similar. There are other insects that imitate a bed bug bite such as fleas, ticks and chiggers but only an expert can differentiate between them through examination of the insect’s mouthparts

Where Do Bed Bugs Come From?

Bed bugs are not a product of poor housekeeping, nor do they solely spread through dirty environments. A bed bug infestation can occur at any time and in any home, though there are certain places that are more prone to bed bug problems than others.

Bed bugs can be brought into the home from a variety of sources, including:

• The workplace or public areas where people congregate, such as movie theaters, libraries and schools
• Furniture that was used in hotels or businesses with bed bugs

How Can I Tell If My Child Has Been Bitten By A Bed Bug?

How can you tell if your child has been bitten by a bed bug? Bed bug bites look like other insect bites. They are usually in a line or cluster, and may be itchy or painful. Bites can take several days to appear, but they also can appear immediately.

My Child May Have Been Exposed To Bed Bugs At School. Should I Be Concerned About The Spread Of Bed Bugs Outside Of School?

If you have concerns about your child’s exposure to bed bugs at school, you may be wondering if the situation could be a sign of poor hygiene or other unsanitary living conditions at home.

Fortunately, there are several reasons why this is not likely:

• Bed bugs can’t transmit diseases. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that bedbugs do not transmit disease or cause any symptoms in humans besides itchy bites. Bedbugs are not attracted to dirt or filth; they are generally found in well-maintained homes as well as dirty ones. In fact, some experts suggest that overcleaning may actually increase the risk of encountering them!

What Should I Do If I Discover Bed Bugs In My Home?

If you discover a bug in your home, don’t panic! While this is an unsettling discovery, it’s not uncommon for bed bugs to hitchhike into your home from other areas. They can be found in any building that houses people or animals—which means that they could be living in your apartment building, school or office as well. Don’t throw away anything until you have confirmed that there are bed bugs present.

If you think you may have bed bugs according to the signs above or live with someone who has been diagnosed with them, take action immediately by contacting a professional pest control company like Bug Busters Pest Control Services (see Resources). This will ensure that all potential concerns are addressed quickly and safely so that no further damage is done to your health or belongings.

Can A Student Be Sent Home From School If They Have Bed Bug Bites?

No. In the event that a student has been bitten by bed bugs, it is not possible for a school to send them home. While students may be uncomfortable about the situation and want to go home, there are no laws requiring them to stay away from school unless they have evidence of an illness or injury that would cause them harm in this environment.

In addition, schools can not ask parents to come pick up their children because bed bug bites are not contagious and do not cause serious health conditions such as scarring or infections. A student who has been bitten by bed bugs will need to stay at school until their bites heal completely so that they do not miss any more class time than necessary.

You can protect yourself and your family against bed bugs.

To protect yourself and your family from bed bugs, you should:

• Call an exterminator to treat the area around your home. This will help kill any remaining eggs or live bugs.
• Wash and dry clothing and linens at high temperatures (130°F for 10 minutes).
• Vacuum carpets, especially along edges where they may be hiding. Be sure to throw away vacuum bags after every use to avoid bringing them back into the house. You can also use a steamer on mattresses and other furniture that may have been infested by bedbugs in order to kill them off completely before they start reproducing again.
• Check your mattress regularly for signs of these tiny pests; if you find any evidence of infestation, don’t panic! Just get help right away so that we can prevent further problems from happening!