Integrated Pest Management

•90%

PREVENT

•10%

CONTROL

•100%

CONTRACT

Integrated Pest Management

Three Rules

Deny pests access to the establishment

Deny pests food, water, and shelter

Work with a licensed PCO to eliminate pests that do enter

Deliveries

Use reputable suppliers Check deliveries before they

enter the establishment Refuse shipments if you find

pests or signs of infestation (egg cases, body parts)

Facility

Screen windows and vents Install self-closing devices, door

sweeps, and air curtains on doors Keep exterior openings closed

tightly Fill holes around pipes Cover drains with grates Seal cracks in floors, walls, and

around equipment

Denying Food and Shelter

Dispose of garbage quickly Clean up spills around containers

immediately Keep containers clean and tightly

covered Store recyclables properly Keep containers as far away from the

building as regulations allow

Denying Food and Shelter

Store food away from walls and at least 6” (15 cm) off the floor

Rotate products so pests cannot settle and breed

Clean the establishment thoroughly Clean up food spills immediately Clean break rooms after use Keep cleaning tools and supplies

clean and dry

Identifying Pests: Cockroaches

Cockroaches:Carry bacteria, viruses, and

parasite eggsLive and breed in places that are:

○ Dark○ Moist○ Hard-to-clean

If you see them in daylight, you may have a major infestation

Identifying Pests: Cockroaches

Signs of a cockroach infestation include:A strong oily odorDroppings similar to grains of pepperCapsule shaped egg cases

○ Brown, dark red, or black○ Leathery, smooth, or shiny

Illustration courtesy of Orkin Commercial

Identifying Pests: Rodents

Signs of a rodent infestation include:Signs of gnawing

Droppings ○ Shiny and black (fresh)○ Gray (old)

Tracks

Nesting materials○ Paper, cloth, hair, feathers or grass

Holes○ In quiet places○ Near food and water○ Next to buildings

Illustration courtesy of Orkin Commercial

How to choose a PCO

Choosing a Pest Control OperatorTalk to other foodservice managersMake sure the PCO is licensed or certifiedAsk the PCO if they belong to any

professional organizations Ask for proof of insuranceWeigh all factors, not just price

Pest Control Operator (PCO)

Help you develop an integrated approach to pest management

Stay up-to-date on new equipment and products

Provide prompt service to address problems as they occur

Keep records