(1) Defining the management unit or area of concern.
(2) Defining site specific management objectives that are compatible with the ecosystem of concern and that are achievable within the economic, logistical and regulatory constraints that apply.
(3) Establishing or maintaining routine detection and monitoring systems of major pests and their damage through ground and aerial surveys.
(4) Evaluating forest and pest conditions on specified site.
(5) Establishing pest population thresholds or acceptable levels of damage, or both, but not taking action until those levels are exceeded or where historical documentation has verified a reoccurring problem.
(6) Developing and evaluating potential strategies.
(7) Considering the following in selecting a strategy:
(a) Effectiveness;
(b) Operational feasibility;
(c) Cost-effectiveness;
(d) Ecological soundness;
(e) Environmental impact; and
(f) Site specific resource management objectives.
(8) Implementing the strategy selected.
(9) Timing actions for maximum effectiveness by monitoring pest, host development and weather.
(10) Monitoring and evaluating results of activities and strategies.
(11) Keeping current, accurate records.
(12) Structuring the program so that it can be adjusted to meet changes or varying situations. [1991 c.686 §3]