A new sighting does not by itself prove treatment failed. Record timing, life stage, location and whether activity is within the plan’s expected monitoring period.

Build the follow-up record

• date/time and exact room;
• photo/specimen if safe;
• adult/larva/dropping/damage;
• alive/dead and behaviour;
• trap/monitor identifier;
• preparation/aftercare completed;
• new deliveries, travel or neighbouring activity;
• proofing or sanitation changes;
• product disturbance or cleaning.

Contact the controller before applying another product, moving traps or sealing an active route.

Continued versus new introduction

Evidence near the original harbourage during the stated life-cycle window may be continued activity. A new item, location or external route may suggest reintroduction. Often inspection is needed; do not decide solely from elapsed days.

FAQs

Does a new sighting prove failure?

No. Compare with identification, method, life cycle, expected interval and trend.

How distinguish a new introduction?

Trace location, deliveries/travel, neighbouring sources and changed entry, then obtain inspection.

Suggested component

Use a Post-Treatment Activity Log linked to the original plan and monitor IDs.

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