Vector

 Mission Statement

NEPMU-2 Vector department protects health and improves readiness of sailors and civilians by providing a variety of services.

Services

Uniform Treatment:

• Permethrin uniform treatments to prevent insect bites
• Instruct shipboard pest management and Category 8 pesticide certification
• Consultation and pesticide treatment for cockroaches, bed bugs, and other insect pests
• Rodent management consultation and support
• Review integrated pest management plans for installations
• Provide support for insect and rodent problems
• Assist with mosquito identification and surveillance

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Factsheets

• Cockroach Factsheet
• Bed Bug Factsheet
• Repellent Factsheet
• Stored Product Pests Factsheet
• Pesticide Applicator Certification Factsheet

Resources

• Armed Forces Pest Management Board resources
• Issuance and guidance- https://www.acq.osd.mil/eie/afpmb/pest_issuances.html
• Tech guides- https://www.acq.osd.mil/eie/afpmb/pest_tech_guidance.html
• Board- https://www.acq.osd.mil/eie/afpmb/

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do we get uniforms treated before a deployment?

A: Contact the vector department at usn.hampton-roads.navhospporsva.list.nepmu2norfolk-vector@mail.mil. After contacting our department, uniforms can be delivered to NEPMU-2 and treated on the discussed date. Commands can also order individual uniform treatment kits using NSN 6840-01-345-0237.

Q: Can you identify an insect, spider or pest we found at the command?

A: Yes, we are happy to identify any pest or insect that you have at your command. Contact us at usn.hampton-roads.navhospporsva.list.nepmu2norfolk-vector@mail.mil for more information about identification.

Q: I need to renew my shipboard pest management or my Category 8 pesticide certification, can you teach it to me?

A: Yes, contact Mr. Bolden in our training department at 757-953-6606 for dates and time of the trainings.

Q: I found an insect an installation can you come spray the building for insects?

A: No, installation pest management is done by contractors or NAVFAC. Contact public works at your installation for more information

Q: I found insects or pests on my ship, can you come spray the ship for insects?