Concept Of Pest Control Services

Elimination of pests, that acts as a vector in carrying harmful pathogens is essential through a professional Pest Control Service to good hygienic practices. Both physical and chemical controls should be used by the pest control service to prevent entry, harborage, and infestation of pests, and it should provide a means to monitor, detect, and eradicate pests.

A professional Pest control service should be consulted by all food manufacturers. A defined program of inspection, with action to deter or destroy an infestation, is essential and inspections and actions must be documented. The most effective approach to pest control is good housekeeping. Items, such as ingredients, packaging, and equipment, must always be stored on raised platforms and never be less than 50 cm from a wall.

Pest Control may use only approved substances; extreme care must be taken to avoid cross-contamination of foods and materials likely to be exposed to them. Approved bait boxes should be sited so as not to interfere with manufacturing activities. Electrical insect control devices, fitted with catch trays, should be used unless there is a risk of dust explosion. These must be sited for maximum effect, but never above production, process, or packaging lines.

 

Exclusion of birds and insects from all production and storage areas must be done by screening. Birds must not be allowed to nest in or around food-manufacturing premises but any legal requirements relating to the protection of birds must be observed. All doorways and windows should be fitted with air blowers or strip curtains, which should never be tied back for operator convenience. Domestic and feral pets must be prohibited at all times.

A Licensed pest-control operator should apply chemical controls according to relevant regulations.

Some controls recommended are as follows:

Keeping all exterior windows and doors closed tightly when not in use

Using wire mesh screens for open windows, doors, and ventilators

Sealing holes, drains, and other places that pests are likely to access

Stacking food above the ground and away from walls or holding them in pest-proof containers

Removing waste products from the facility or storing them in covered, pest-proof containers

Inspecting the facility and surrounding area for evidence of pest infestation

Using pesticide, chemicals, mechanical traps, and bait and glue stations.

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