CPFS Facility Maintenance & Pest Control 3

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Cleaning exhaust hood filters and grease traps on a scheduled basis

Answer

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

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Freezing incoming grain products for 48 hours before storage

Answer

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

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

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

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

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

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

Non-toxic monitoring station with tracking medium

Answer

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

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