SErvsafe 13: Integrated Pest Management

What is one way to keep an operation pest-free?

• Deny pests access to the operation.

• Store food and supplies one inch off the floor in storage.

• Keep outdoor garbage containers open.

• Clean up food spills at the end of each shift.

The three basic rules to keep an operation pest-free are deny access, deny food and shelter, and

• work with a pest control operator.

• use pesticides.

• destroy pests on sight.

• set traps.

To keep out pests, what should be the size of the mesh in window screening?

• At least 2 mesh per square inch

• At least 10 mesh per square inch

• At least 6 mesh per square inch

• At least 16 mesh per square inch

What scenario can lead to pest infestation?

• Storing recyclables in paper bags

• Rotating products using the FIFO method

• Installing air curtains above doors

• Storing food at least 6 inches (15 centimeters) off the floor

What should be done when storing food and supplies to discourage pests?

• Store them against walls

• Rotate them in storage

• Store them at least 2 inches (5 centimeters) off the floor

• Store them on the floor

Dirt tracks are spotted along light-colored walls. What type of pest may be present?

• Roaches

• Mice

• Rats or mice

• Rats

Pepper-like black specks are found near the electrical motor in a refrigeration unit. What type of pest may be present?

• Roaches

• Rats or mice

• Rats

• Mice

Nesting materials are found in a drawer under a prep table. What type of pest may be present?

• Roaches

• Mice

• Rat

• Rats or mice

Why should an operation avoid purchasing and applying pesticides?

• It will not be effective

• Applied incorrectly they can be ineffective

• It is against the law to do so

• They cannot be applied without training

When should pesticides be applied?

• At the end of the shift

• When closed and staff are not there

• At the beginning of the shift

• During slow periods in the week