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Bed bug heat treatment preparation checklist

Bed bug heat treatment preparation checklist

Ensure effective bed bug heat treatments with this preparation and post-treatment checklist that protects your property while maximizing treatment success.

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Bed bug heat treatment preparation checklist

Ensure effective bed bug heat treatments with this preparation and post-treatment checklist that protects your property while maximizing treatment success.

Use this template with Lumiform

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  • Customize this template or build your own
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  • Assign and track corrective actions
  • Get reports and analyse your data
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Prepare your space for professional bed bug heat treatment with this detailed checklist that covers critical preparation and post-treatment steps. You’ll track furniture placement, electronics preparation, and the removal of people, pets, and heat-sensitive items.

Heat treatment effectively kills bed bugs at all life stages, as stated by the Michigan government’s prevention and control manual. This template helps property managers coordinate preparation across multiple units, ensuring consistent protocol adherence. After treatment, the checklist guides proper ventilation and reoccupancy timing, helping you maintain a comprehensive record of your bed bug remediation process.

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Preparation
All furniture and clutter moved 6 inches from walls
Electrical items unplugged
Curtains and blinds open
All people and pets removed from treatment area
Fragile items removed
Valuables and important documents removed
Post-Treatment
Area remains vacant for 4-6 hours after treatment
Windows and doors remain closed and sealed
Area is ventilated before reentry

Frequently asked questions

How long before a scheduled heat treatment should I complete this checklist?

You should start preparing at least 24-48 hours before your scheduled treatment. This gives you adequate time to properly move furniture, remove heat-sensitive items, and address any unexpected challenges. Complete the final checklist verification about 2-3 hours before technicians arrive to ensure nothing was overlooked.

What items are considered “fragile” that should be removed before heat treatment?

Fragile items include anything that can melt, warp, or be damaged at temperatures of 120-140°F. This typically includes candles, cosmetics, medications, aerosol cans, electronics with LCD screens, musical instruments, artwork, vinyl records, and items with adhesives. Plants and pets must also be removed.

Why is it important to move furniture 6 inches from walls during preparation?

Moving furniture away from walls creates essential airflow channels that allow heated air to circulate fully throughout the space. This ensures the heat penetrates all potential bed bug hiding spots, including baseboards and wall voids. Without this circulation, cold spots may develop where bed bugs can survive, potentially causing the treatment to fail.

How do I document that heat-sensitive items I’ve removed are bed bug free?

Inspect each item carefully under bright light, looking for live bugs, shed skins, and fecal spots. For clothing and fabric items, run them through a hot dryer cycle before removing them from the premises. Document each inspected item on a separate inventory sheet, noting the inspection method and findings to maintain a complete record.

This template, developed by Lumiform employees, serves as a starting point for businesses using the Lumiform platform and is intended as a hypothetical example only. It does not replace professional advice. Companies should consult qualified professionals to assess the suitability and legality of using this template in their specific workplace or jurisdiction. Lumiform is not liable for any errors or omissions in this template or for any actions taken based on its content.