Map sleeping and resting areas
Start with beds, upholstered chairs and sofas used for long periods. Mark the frame legs, nearby walls and existing harbourage signs before opening products.
Remove alternative bridges
Move furniture slightly from the wall when practical and keep fabric, wires and stored items from connecting the bed to the floor. Do not create unsafe trip hazards.
Label every monitor
Write a simple location code and placement date on the outer edge or a nearby card. Keep a photo of the room layout so later catches have context.
Preserve a catch
Seal a suspected insect in a clear container or on transparent tape, photograph it beside a scale and obtain identification before changing the treatment plan.
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