WSQ Pest Management

Question 1

What are the common pests found in Singapore food establishments?

Accepted Answer

Cockroaches, rats/mice, flies, ants, lizards, and stored product insects (weevils, beetles)

Answer

Only cockroaches

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Only rats

Answer

Pests are not a problem in Singapore

Question 2

What is 'Integrated Pest Management' (IPM) in food safety?

Accepted Answer

A comprehensive approach combining prevention (denying food, water, shelter), monitoring, and targeted treatment to control pests with minimal chemical use

Answer

Using maximum pesticides

Answer

Killing all insects in the area

Answer

Hiring a pest control company only

Question 3

What are the signs of a cockroach infestation in a food establishment?

Accepted Answer

Live or dead cockroaches, droppings (dark specks), egg cases (oothecae), musty odour, and smear marks along walls and corners

Answer

Only seeing live cockroaches

Answer

Only a bad smell

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There are no visible signs of cockroaches

Question 4

How can a food establishment prevent pest entry in Singapore?

Accepted Answer

Seal gaps around pipes, install door sweeps, use air curtains at entrances, screen windows, maintain proper drainage, and inspect deliveries for pests

Answer

Leave doors open for ventilation

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Only use insecticide spray

Answer

Pest prevention is impossible in tropical climates

Question 5

What attracts pests to food establishments?

Accepted Answer

Food sources (spills, crumbs, uncovered waste), water sources (leaks, condensation), and shelter (dark corners, gaps, clutter, warm equipment areas)

Answer

Only food left on counters

Answer

Only bright lights

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Pests are attracted randomly

Question 6

What should a food handler do if they find evidence of pest activity during food preparation?

Accepted Answer

Stop food preparation in the affected area, discard any potentially contaminated food, clean and sanitise the area, and report to the supervisor immediately

Answer

Continue working and report later

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Spray insecticide on the food area

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Ignore minor pest signs