This document outlines a pest control policy and standard operating procedure for a restaurant. It details steps for an integrated pest management program including denying pests access and food/water, proper garbage storage and disposal, food storage practices, and regular cleaning. It also covers use and storage of pesticides if needed by a licensed pest control operator. The restaurant manager is responsible for supervising cleaning routines, conducting inspections, and reviewing pest issues with the pest control operator.
This document outlines a pest control policy and standard operating procedure for a restaurant. It details steps for an integrated pest management program including denying pests access and food/water, proper garbage storage and disposal, food storage practices, and regular cleaning. It also covers use and storage of pesticides if needed by a licensed pest control operator. The restaurant manager is responsible for supervising cleaning routines, conducting inspections, and reviewing pest issues with the pest control operator.
This document outlines a pest control policy and standard operating procedure for a restaurant. It details steps for an integrated pest management program including denying pests access and food/water, proper garbage storage and disposal, food storage practices, and regular cleaning. It also covers use and storage of pesticides if needed by a licensed pest control operator. The restaurant manager is responsible for supervising cleaning routines, conducting inspections, and reviewing pest issues with the pest control operator.
This document outlines a pest control policy and standard operating procedure for a restaurant. It details steps for an integrated pest management program including denying pests access and food/water, proper garbage storage and disposal, food storage practices, and regular cleaning. It also covers use and storage of pesticides if needed by a licensed pest control operator. The restaurant manager is responsible for supervising cleaning routines, conducting inspections, and reviewing pest issues with the pest control operator.
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Policy last revised on: ______________
Standard Operating Procedure
Pest Control Policy: Efforts will be made to ensure that pests are controlled in the restaurant, including use of a licensed pest control operator (PCO) Procedure: Employees will use the services of an integrated pest management program (!P") using the following steps: #eny access to pests $ %se reputable suppliers for all deliveries & Chec' all deliveries before they enter the restaurant ( )efuse shipments that have signs of pest infestation, such as gnaw mar's on cardboards containers * +eep all e,terior openings closed tightly Chec' doors for proper fit as part of the regular cleaning schedule - )eport any signs of pests to the restaurant manager . )eport any openings, crac's, bro'en seals, or other opportunities for pest infestation to the restaurant manager #eny pests food, water, and a hiding or nesting place $ #ispose of garbage /uic'ly and correctly +eep garbage containers clean, in good condition, and tightly covered in all areas (indoor and outdoor) Clean up spills around garbage containers immediately 0ash, rinse, and saniti1e containers regularly & 2tore recyclables in clean, pest3proof containers away from the building ( Place food and supplies after delivery as /uic'ly as possible into storage o +eep all food and supplies at least si, inches off the floor and si, inches away from walls o )efrigerate foods such as powdered mil', cocoa, and nuts after opening 4hese foods attract insects, but most insects become inactive at temperatures below *$56 o Place other opened pac'ages of cereals and grains in storage containers with tight fitting lids o %se 6!6O (6irst !n 6irst Out) inventory rotation, so pests do not have time to settle into these products and breed * Clean the facility thoroughly and regularly Careful cleaning eliminates the food supply, destroys insect eggs, and reduces the number of places pests can safely ta'e shelter Policy last revised on: ______________ Standard Operating Procedure Pest Control, continued %se and 2torage of Pesticides 4he PCO should decide if and when pesticides should be used in your establishment PCOs are trained to determine the best pesticide for each pest, and how and where to apply it 4he PCO should store and dispose of all pesticides used in your establishment !f any over the counter pesticides are stored on3site, follow these guidelines: $ +eep pesticides in their original containers & 2tore pesticides in loc'ed cabinets away from food3storage and food3 preparation areas ( 2tore aerosol or pressuri1ed spray cans in a cool place E,posure to temperatures higher than $&756 could cause them to e,plode * Chec' local regulations before disposing of pesticides "any are considered ha1ardous waste - #ispose of empty containers according to manufacturers8 directions and local regulations . +eep a copy of the corresponding "aterial 2afety #ata 2heets ("2#2) on the premises 4he restaurant manager will: $ 2upervise daily cleaning routines & "onitor completion of all cleaning tas's daily against the master cleaning schedule ( )eview and change the master schedule every time there is a change in menu, procedures, or e/uipment * )e/uest employee input in the cleaning program during staff meetings - Conduct routine inspections . )eview infestation and control issues with PCO, ta'e necessary steps to controlling and9or eliminating pests : 6ollow3up staff8s reporting with PCO as necessary ; 6ile PCO reports and staff observations logs with <=CCP records