Rules Of Integrated Pest Management (IPM)

2. Rules Of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) • Deny pests access to the facility • Deny pests food, water, and shelter • Work with a licensed pest control operator (PCO) 12 - 2

3. To keep pests out: • Inspect deliveries– Use good suppliers • Screen windows and vents • Fill holes around pipes • Seal cracks in floors and walls • Seal spaces around equipment • Self-closing doors – Keep doors closed • Air Curtains – positive air out! • Cover floor drains with hinged gates 12 - 3

4. To deny food and shelter: • Dispose of garbage quickly and correctly • Store recyclables in pest-proof containers as far away as possible. • Store food and supplies quickly • Clean the establishment thoroughly • Lower humidity to below 50%. Keep establishment dry. • Refrigerate foods such as powdered milk, cocoa and nuts. 12 - 4

5. Outdoor Pest Control Bees, Wasps, Flies and Birds: 1) Eliminate standing water and keep grass cut short 2) Cover food/garbage containers 3) Do not allow employees or customers to feed wildlife. 4) Locate insect electrocuter traps away from establishment.

6. Signs Of A Cockroach Infestation • Strong, oily odor • Droppings similar to grains of pepper • Capsule-shaped egg cases – brown, dark red or black – may appear leathery or shinny smooth. • Generally live only in warm, moist places (motors, rubber mats, sink/floor drains) • Should only see in the dark (1:1000) • Carriers of salmonella, fungi, parasite eggs and viruses. Courtesy of Orkin Commercial 12 - 5

7. Signs Of A Rodent Infestation • Droppings – shiny, black to gray • Evidence of gnawing • Tracks – white stripe around room • Nesting materials • Holes Rats – can fit through the size of a quarter. Mice – can fit through the size of a dime. Courtesy of Orkin Commercial 12 - 6

8. Methods Of Control • Repellents – keep away • Sprays – roaches, flies and ants Residual – pests absorb as they contact Contact – kills immediately • Baits – contains an attractant and kills when eaten • Traps – used for flying insects, ants and roaches. Might have a physical or chemical way of killing. Image courtesy of the National Pest Management Association 12 - 7

9. Miscellaneous Insects Flies – way they eat that causes concern. Beetles, weevils, moths – use FIFO Ants – drawn to grease and sweet foods Termites/Carpenter Ants – sawdust/damanged wood Mosquitos/Gnats – minimize standing water – drains, flower pots, floor.

10. Methods Of Control • Traps – set near rodent runways • Glue boards – mice – die from exhaustion • Bait – should be used away from food. Courtesy of Orkin Commercial 12 - 8

11. Keep in original containers • Store away from food and food-preparation areas • Keep corresponding MSDS If pesticides are stored on-premise: 12 - 9

12. How to choose a PCO • Talk to other foodservice managers to get references • Licensed/certified by your state • Belongs to professional organizations (NPCA) • Proof of insurance • Weigh services, not only price.

13. Pest Control Contract • Description of services : initial, regular visits, follow-ups, emergency • Warranty for work to be done • Legal liability of the PCO • Period of service • Your duties – preventive and facility preparation before and after treatment • What records to be kept by the PCO

14. PCO Recordkeeping -Pest control log -All chemicals used and MSDS for each -Building and maintenance problems noted and fixed -Maps and photos of the facility -Schedule to check and clean traps, replace bait, change bulbs, etc.. -Regular written summary reports from the PCO