HIC Vector Control & Pest Management 3

Question 1

A food establishment has a gap under the exterior door large enough to slide a quarter through. Under pest exclusion standards, what is the maximum allowable gap?

Accepted Answer

1/4 inch (6 mm)

Answer

Gaps greater than 1/4 inch can allow rodent entry; door sweeps or thresholds must reduce the gap to no more than 1/4 inch.

Question 2

Which pesticide application method poses the GREATEST risk of food contamination in a licensed food facility?

Accepted Answer

Space spraying or fogging while food is unprotected

Answer

Space spraying or fogging disperses pesticide particles that can settle on exposed food surfaces, utensils, and equipment, posing a direct contamination risk.

Question 3

An inspector finds a glue board covered with German cockroach adults near a food prep area. Which conclusion is MOST accurate?

Accepted Answer

Active monitoring is occurring but the infestation requires immediate corrective action

Answer

Glue boards confirm active infestation monitoring but a high catch rate of German cockroaches near food prep indicates a significant ongoing infestation requiring corrective action.

Question 4

Which of the following is a disease transmitted by the deer tick (Ixodes scapularis)?

Accepted Answer

Lyme disease

Answer

Ixodes scapularis (the black-legged or deer tick) is the primary vector for Lyme disease caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi.

Question 5

A health inspector observes a pest control technician applying rodenticide bait blocks in open trays along the interior walls of a grocery store. What is the MAIN regulatory concern?

Accepted Answer

Open bait placement indoors is prohibited; tamper-resistant bait stations are required

Answer

Federal and most state regulations require that rodenticide bait used indoors be placed in tamper-resistant bait stations to protect children, non-target animals, and food.

(HIC) Health Inspector Certification Practice Test

(HIC) Health Inspector Certification Practice Test

HIC Vector Control & Pest Management 3