Chapter 13: Integrated Pest Management

A food handler who is receiving a food delivery observes signs of pests in the food. What should be done?

• The head chef should be warned of the pests.

• The food handler should remove all evidence of the pests.

• The shipment should be refused and prevented from entering the operation.

• The shipment should be stored outside the kitchen until a manager inspects it.

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

• Seal all cracks in floors and walls.

• Keep outdoor garbage containers open.

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

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

What is a basic rule of an Integrated Pest Management program?

• Work with a pest control operator.

• Destroy pests on sight.

• Use pesticides.

• Set traps.

What is an important way to deny pests access to any operation?

• Use pesticides.

• Use approved, reputable suppliers.

• Set rodent traps.

• Spray regularly for flies.

What size should the mesh in window screening be to effectively keep out pests?

• At least 2 mesh per square inch

• At least 6 mesh per square inch

• At least 10 mesh per square inch

• At least 16 mesh per square inch

What scenario can lead to pest infestation?

• Storing recyclables in paper bags

• Installing air curtains above doors

• Rotating products using the FIFO method

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

How should garbage be handled to deny pests food and shelter?

• Leave outdoor containers uncovered to remove moisture.

• Store garbage inside the kitchen to deny access to pests outside.

• Remove garbage frequently so pests won’t be attracted to it.

• Keep recyclables close to the building to encourage removal.

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

• Store them against walls.

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

• Rotate them in storage.

• Store them on the floor.

What information should be recorded and shared with the pest control operator if pests are spotted at the operation?

• Color, weight, gender

• Date, time, location

• Size, type, number

• Species, frequency, temperature

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

• Roaches

• Centipedes

• Bees or wasps

• Mice or rats