WHO - Guidelines for testing mosquito adulticides for indoor residual spraying and treatment of mosquito nets [2006]
Description:
The guidelines provide specific and standardized procedures and guidelines for testing mosquito adulticides for indoor residual spraying (IRS) and for treatment of mosquito nets (ITNs). Its aim is to harmonize the testing procedures carried out in different laboratories and institutions to generate data for the registration and labelling of such products by national authorities. The document provides guidance and procedures on laboratory testing and small and large-scale field trials to determine the efficacy, field application rates and operational feasibility and acceptability of an insecticide intended for IRS and/or ITNs for mosquito control.
Why this Tool/Guidance?
Information provided is useful to support environmental health decision making. It forms an authoritative basis for the setting of national procedures and guidelines for testing mosquito adulticides for indoor residual spraying (IRS) and for treatment of mosquito nets (ITNs).
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