Question

What practices would you suggest to control and eradicate pest infestations? Select all that apply.
Regularly inspect the building or site for evidence of pests
• Reduce pest access points and harboring areas as much as possible
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Hang fly traps over the food prep and display areas
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Regularly inspect incoming shipments of food and supplies
• Spray pesticide everywhere
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Keep food on the top shelf
Use rodenticide baits in the storage and food prep areas
Clean garbage area as often as

Answer 1

Select the following as good practices:

- Regularly inspect the building or site for evidence of pests
- Reduce pest access points and harboring areas as much as possible
- Regularly inspect incoming shipments of food and supplies
- Keep food off the floor / on shelves (store food at least 6 inches off the floor and in sealed containers)
- Clean garbage areas frequently and keep them well‑maintained

Do NOT select these practices as blanket measures:

- Hang fly traps over the food prep and display areas — fly traps/electronic insect killers should be placed away from food-prep and serving areas to avoid contaminating food.
- Spray pesticide everywhere — indiscriminate spraying is unsafe and ineffective; pesticides should be used only by licensed pest-control professionals and targeted to problem areas.
- Use rodenticide baits in the storage and food prep areas — baits must be placed in tamper‑resistant stations and only where they cannot contaminate food or be accessed by staff/customers; use should be handled by professionals.