Integrated Pest Management IPM

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Integrated Pest Management IPM

• Pest Control Operator
• PCO

Work Together

• Deny pests access to the facility
• Deny pests food, water, hiding/nesting place
• Eliminate pests that do get inside

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To prevent pests from entering an establishment

• Use reputable suppliers and inspect deliveries
• Screen windows and vents
• Fill holes around pipes
• Seal cracks in floors and walls
• Seal spaces around equipment

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To deny food and shelter

• Dispose of garbage quickly and properly
• Properly store all food and supplies quickly
• Clean and sanitize the facility thoroughly

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Signs of a Roach Infestation

• Strong oily odor
• Droppings similar to grains of pepper
• Capsule-shaped egg cases

Image courtesy of Purdue University, Entomology
Dept.
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Signs of a Rodent Infestation

• Droppings
• Signs of gnawing
• Tracks
• Nesting materials
• Holes

Image courtesy of the National Pest Control
Association
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Methods of Control

• Repellents
• Sprays
• Baits
• Traps

Image courtesy of the National Pest Control
Association
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Methods of Control

• Traps
• Glue boards
• Bait

Images courtesy of the National Pest Control
Association
Glue board
Multi-use traps
Mouse and rat traps
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When storing pesticides

• Keep them in original containers
• Store them away from food-prep and storage areas
• Follow directions and regulations for disposal
• Keep an MSDS on the premises for each

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List steps you would take if you discovered
droppings in a dry goods storage room.
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• Ask participants to discuss how a clean and
  sanitary facility can help prevent a pest
  infestation.
• Nesting Game Ask participants to identify
  materials in the facility that rodents could use
  for nesting material, and determine what could
  be done to reduce or eliminate these materials.