Pest Control Flashcards
What do pests need to survive?
Food
Warmth
Shelter
Security
Why is pest control needed in food premises?
Prevent spread of disease
Prevent wastage of food
Prevent damage
Comply with the law
Avoid loss of business, staff and profit
What are signs of a pest infestation?
Noise
Nests
Odour
Rodent holes
Complaints
Webbing
Sighting
Spillages
Damage
Food loss
Droppings
Eggs/casings
Larvae
What are some physical controls?
Break back traps
Live traps (with neutering for cats and dogs)
Sticky boards
EFK’s
Stick fly papers
Bird wire
Repellent gels
Scaring
Shooting
What are some chemical controls?
Rodenticide (acute and chronic)
Insecticide (residual and knockdown)
Stupefying baits (birds)
What are environmental controls?
Inspection of raw materials
Design and proofing of premises
Maintenance
Good housekeeping
What are considerations for selecting a pest control contractor?
Experience in the food industry
References
Capability
Sufficient resources
Member of BPCA
Correct use and methods of pesticides
What are the advantages of in-house pest control?
Responsibility remains within the workplace
Management has greater control
Staff become more familiar with facilities and procedures
