the integrated pest management (ipm) program
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THE INTEGRATED
PEST MANAGEMENT
(IPM) PROGRAM
HTF 533
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INTRODUCTION
Pests can pose serious problem for food
establishment.
It can also damage food, supplies and facilities
Ability to spread disease, including foodborneillness.
Examples:
Cockroaches
Flies Insects (beetles, ants, termite, spider, bees)
Rodent
Birds
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once pest have come to the food establishment
(infestation) it is difficult to eliminate.
Developing and implementing IPM program is the
key Using :
i. prevention measures to keep pest from entering
the establishment &
ii. control measures to eliminate any pests that do get
inside
It best to work with a licensed pest control
operator (PCO).
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5 STEPS OF IPM
Inspection
Identification
Sanitation
Application of two or more pest managementprocedures
Evaluation of effectiveness through follow-up
inspections.
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Prevention is critical in pest control
IPM has 3 basic rules:
i. Deny pest access to the establishment
ii. Deny pest food, water and a hiding or nesting placeiii. Work with licensed PCO to eliminate pest that do
enter
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1. Deny pest access to the establishment
Deliveries
To prevent pest from entering the establishment:
- use reputable supplier- check all deliveries before they enter the establishment
Door, windows and vents
Screen all windows and vent
Install self closing device & door sweep
Install air curtain above or alongside door
Keep all exterior opening closed tightly
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Pipes
Use concrete to fill holes or sheet metal to cover
openings around pipes
Install screen over ventilation pipes and ducts on the
roof
Cover floor drains with hinged grates to keep rodent
Floor & walls
Seal all cracks in floor and walls Properly sealed space or cracks where stationary
equipment is fitted to the floor.
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2. Deny pest food & shelter
Dispose of garbage quickly and correctly
Store recyclables in clean, pest proof
containers as far from your building aslocal regulations allow
Store all food and supplies properly and as
quickly as possible.
Clean the establishment thoroughly
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3. Work with licensed PCO to eliminate pest
that do enter
Few pest problems are solved by spraying pesticides
PCO can help to:i. Develop an integrated approach to pest management.
Combination of chemical and nonchemical treatment.
ii. Stay up to date on new equipment and products
iii. Provide prompt service to address problems
iv. Keep records the document all steps taken to prevent andcontrol pest.
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How to choose a PCO?
y Talk to other managers
y Make sure the PCO is licensed or certified by your
state, as require by federal law
y Ask the PCO if they belongs to any professional
organization.
y Ask for proof of insurance
y Weigh all factors, not just price
Service contract
y Require written service contract
y Outline the work to be performed
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IDENTIFYING PESTS
Types
Characteristic
Disease carried by the pest
Any sign of infestation
Controlling the pest