Surefire Fivestar Insecticide

Tips For Use

General Instructions:

• General Pest Control – Fivestar is a powerful knockdown and residual pesticide. Ants, cockroaches, fleas, flies, mosquitoes, spiders, ticks and wasps are controlled by direct contact with spray and also by residual action as they come into contact with treated surfaces.
• Termites – Fivestar will help prevent and control subterranean termite infestation in and around buildings and structures when used in accordance with the Australian standard AS3660 series, Termite Management.  A dilute termiticidal emulsion must be adequately dispersed into the soil to establish a barrier between the building and subterranean termites in the soil. The purpose of a termite barrier is to prevent concealed termite entry into the building. The biology and behaviour of the termite species involved, should be considered by the pest control operator in determining which control measures are most appropriate to control and prevent termite infestation
• Crops, Ornamentals, Turf – This product can be used as a protective treatment when applied at regular intervals or as a knockdown treatment to control existing pests. Best results are obtained when the product is applied before his populations buildl to add damaging levels.

Application – Turf, Ornamentals & Crops:

• Fivestar is a suspension concentrate requiring dilution with water prior to use. Applications should be made with ground application equipment calibrated to deliver a fine spray in a suitable volume to ensure thorough coverage. Use suitable application equipment and preferably cone nozzle combinations to deliver appropriate spray volume and droplet size of 150 – 200 microns. Do not apply as a fog or Mist.

Mixing:

• Add  required quantity of Fivestar to water in the spray tank and mix thoroughly. Maintain agitation during both mixing and application.
• For Termites – to facilitate even application of the Termiticide emulsion over the area to be treated, the addition of a marke dye at label rates is recommended. On hard wet soil, the penetration of the termiticide emulsion may be improved by the addition of a soil surfactant at label rates.
• Turf – to aid in even coverage a minimum spray volume of 200L per hectare is recommended. High volumes can be used as in all cases the insecticide needs to be incorporatedinto the turf thatch and other soil.

Surfactants:

• Fivestar contains a surfactant. Additional surfactant may only be necessary on hard to wet plants and in high-volume situations. 

Restraints:

• Do not use this product at less than indicated label rates.
• Do not apply to soils if excessively wet or immediately after heavy rain to avoid run off of the chemical.
• Do not use in cavity walls (except via certified cavity infill reticulation systems or direct treatment of nest)
• Do not apply this product in pre-construction situations.

Precautions:

• Do not spray into the air or directly on humans, pets or animals.
• Avoid contact with food, food utensils or preparation surfaces. 

Re-Entry Period:

• Post-Construction and General Pest Control: Allow treated areas to dry completely (normally 3-4 hours) and ventilate buildings before re-occupying. When prior entry is necessary, When prior entry is necessary, wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck, wrist and elbow-length PVC, neoprene or nitrile gloves and chemical resistant footwear. Clothing must be laundered after each day’s use.
• Crops, Ornamentals, Turf – The operator should wear suitable protective clothing (ie water proof boots, overalls and gloves) when walking on or handling newly sprayed turf before the spray deposits have dried or been watered-in or before re-entering treated crops.

Protection of Pets and Livestock:

• Before spraying, remove animals and pets from the areas to be treated.
• Cover or remove any open food and water containers.
• Cover or remove fishponds, aquariums etc before spraying.
• Dangerous to bees. Do not spray any plants in flower when bees are foraging. Spray in the night or early morning when bees are not actively foraging.
• Do not graze treated turf, or feed turf clippings from any treated area to poultry or livestock.

Storage:

• Store in closed original containers, in a cool, well ventilated area away from children, animals, food and feedstuffs.
• Do not store for prolonged periods in direct sunlight.
• In case of spillage, confine and absorb spilled product with absorbent material such as sand, clay or cat litter. 

Safety Directions:

• For Termite Control: Poisonous if swallowed. Will irritate the eyes. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. When opening the container and preparing spray, wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist, a washable hat, elbow-length PVC, neoprene or nitrile gloves and a half face-piece respirator. When using prepared spray, wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist, a washable hat, elbow-length PVC, neoprene or nitrile gloves. Wash hands after use. After each day’s use, wash gloves, contaminated clothing and respirator, and if rubber wash with detergent and warm water.
• For All Uses Except Termite Control: Poisonous if swallowed. Will irritate the eyes. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Wash hands after use.

First Aid:

• If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre. Phone Australia 13 11 26.
• Additional information is listed on the Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

​This information and product advice is not intended to be advice or recommendations for any specific use or circumstance. You should seek specialist advice before using any product. Always follow the manufacturer’s guidelines. Specialist Sales liability is limited.​