Facility Maintenance & Pest Control Flashcards

Which maintenance practice BEST prevents the buildup of grease that can attract pests and create fire hazards?

Answer: Cleaning exhaust hood filters and grease traps on a scheduled basis

Regularly cleaning hood filters and grease traps removes accumulated grease that attracts pests and poses fire risks.

Stored product pests such as weevils and flour beetles are MOST effectively controlled by:

Answer: Freezing incoming grain products for 48 hours before storage

Freezing incoming dry goods at 0°F for 48 hours kills stored product pest eggs, larvae, and adults.

What does the term 'exclusion' mean in the context of pest control?

Answer: Physically blocking pests from entering a structure through gaps, cracks, and openings

Exclusion refers to sealing or blocking all physical entry points to prevent pests from accessing the facility.

A pest control operator's service report should be kept on file for a minimum of how long?

Answer: At least 1–2 years or as required by local regulation

Pest control service records should be retained for at least one to two years to document treatment history for inspectors.

Which type of pest monitoring device is placed along rodent runways to detect activity without killing rodents?

Answer: Non-toxic monitoring station with tracking medium

Non-toxic monitoring stations containing tracking medium (such as wax or dust) show footprints, confirming rodent presence without a kill.

Why should pesticides NEVER be stored in food storage or preparation areas?

Answer: They can contaminate food, causing illness or regulatory violations

Storing pesticides near food creates contamination risk and violates food safety codes, potentially making food unsafe.

Which structural material is MOST effective for blocking rodent entry points at floor-wall junctions?

Answer: Hydraulic cement or sheet metal plates

Hydraulic cement or sheet metal provides a hard, chew-resistant barrier that rodents cannot gnaw through.