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Termite Prevention in Contingency Operations

Termite Prevention in Contingency Operations. Termites Termites are small white insects that live in the ground and eat wood and plants. Military operations may introduce new species of termites or plant diseases through mud tubes termites build. Inspection of equipment is the best prevention.

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Termite Prevention in Contingency Operations

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  1. Termite Prevention in Contingency Operations Termites Termites are small white insects that live in the ground and eat wood and plants. Military operations may introduce new species of termites or plant diseases through mud tubes termites build. Inspection of equipment is the best prevention. http://onewaypestcontrol.com/sites/default/files/images/mudtube.JPG http://www.securitypest.com/images/photo/Termite_Worker_magnified.jpg Termite Termite mud tubes Prevention Strategies Elevate containers 6 inches off ground with non-wood material. Place containers on plastic tarp at least 12 inches from the edge. Inspect all containers and equipment for signs mud tubes and remove if present. Mud tubes in a pelican case in Africa For further information contact Navy Entomology Center of Excellence, NAS Jacksonville, Jacksonville, Florida Phone: 904-542-2424 NECE-FleetSupport@med.navy.mil Pelican cases on a tarp with 12 inch border

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