Pest control Procedure

Many different types of pests can contaminate food. The ones that may be in and around kiosk/kitchen
and off-site/back storage/transportation of food/raw materials being delivered may include:

Part 1: Description

● Rodents – Mice and rats.

● Insects – Flies, ants and cockroaches.
● Stored product insects – Beetles, particularly weevils, can be found in flours, grains and
cereals.
● Birds – Pigeons (outside).

Part 2: Prevention

Pest prevention and control methods include:

● Checking the premises regularly for gaps or holes that could allow pests into buildings.
● Ensuring external areas around the premises are kept clear of vegetation and anything that
could encourage or harbour pests. * (when applicable)
● Delivery: Looking for evidence of pests or pest damage when ingredients are delivered, e.g.
insects or gnawed packaging.
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● Looking for evidence of droppings and traces in and around the point of production
● Keep the production environment clean
● Removing the waste regularly (insided kiosk and back storage)
● Not having open bins and keeping lids closed when not in use.
● Using insectocutors, rentokil/retail authorised pest killers
● Storing food correctly, e.g. not on the floor, and keeping it covered or well-sealed.
● Having an approved contractor to manage and monitor pest control within and around the
premises where possible on a regular basis.
● Eat foods only in the designated areas/outside kiosk and back storage

4Ds Approach

● Deny access to food

● Deny entry
● Deny shelter
● Destroy pests