Structural pest control in San Bernardino County requires licensing by the CA Structural Pest Control Board, with specific rules for termite fumigation, rodent control, and tenant notification under CA B&P Code 8500+.
Pest control operations in San Bernardino County are regulated by the California Structural Pest Control Board under Business and Professions Code sections 8500 through 8699. All structural pest control operators including fumigators, termite inspectors, and general pest management must hold appropriate licenses. Fumigations using sulfuryl fluoride (Vikane) or methyl bromide require Branch 1 licensing and 48-hour tenant and neighbor notification. Termite inspections must be performed by licensed Branch 3 inspectors with written reports filed with the state. Pesticide applications must comply with Department of Pesticide Regulation requirements under Food and Agricultural Code 11401+ including posting of notices, use of restricted materials by certified applicators, and reporting through County Agricultural Commissioner. Landlords must provide 24-hour notice to tenants before pesticide applications under Civil Code 1940.8.5. Healthy Schools Act (Education Code 17608+) requires schools to provide annual pesticide notification to parents. San Bernardino County Department of Public Health investigates rodent and vector issues and can issue abatement orders for hoarding or nuisance conditions. Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is encouraged for government and commercial facilities. Bedbug infestations in multi-unit housing require specific landlord disclosures and treatment under Civil Code 1942.5.
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