Pests shall be kept away from production with all efforts needed. Doors, garage port doors, and windows shall remain closed unless they are outfitted with a mosquito net. Incidents of pests are recorded and controlled by the pest control company during their monthly visit. After a risk assessment, the agreement consists of monthly checks of traps and pests, and includes any extra visits needed to remove any pests that exist in the production facility and on our premises. All of the reports and documents from the pest control company are stored on their online portal. In the event of a pest control issue they shall be contacted to assist and fulfill their contractual agreement.

A gap needs to be maintained between items and the wall for access to traps and inspection. All items that can be stored off the ground should be. Pallets that must be stored on the ground should be moved regularly so that the floor can be inspected. Metal and machine parts in maintenance must be organized and stored in such a way that the area regularly can easily be inspected for pests.

Monthly quality safety round (SOA_ 02.04.004) includes additional checks for traces of pests.

CHECKLIST – PEST OUTBREAK

1. Chart the outbreak location

2. Contact Pest Control Company to report the problem

3. Record incident in Pest Control Binder

4. Dispose of contaminated products

5. Search for the source of contamination and correct it immediately

6. Document it in “Corrective Actions” 

Signs of activity 

1.    Pest Droppings

Pest droppings could be the classic sign of a pest infestation. Check for pretty much any fecal droppings or urine trails. 

2. Evidence Of Nesting

Rodents will typically make nests out of whatever they have available to them, including shredded paper, grass clippings and leaves. They’ll often nest in discreet places like underneath flooring or between walls. Thus, performing regular thorough inspections for signs of nesting is important.

3. Grease Marks And Grease Tracks

Grease marks and grease tracks can signal a rodent infestation, as mice and rats tend to travel by the exact same paths, leaving a tell-tale greasy trail. Rats are known to go along walls and will often leave dark grease spots wherever they go.

4. Physical Damage To Structures

Physical damage to your building, such as for example holes and gnaw marks, is an indication of a pest infestation. Small holes in floors or walls are likewise signs of an infestation. Also, be on the lookout for damaged wood.

5. Damaged Plants

Watch out for insect trails, as well as gnawing on the edges of grass blades or outdoor garden plants. Damaged patches of lawn, such as uneven grass length or large brown, dead patches, also can signal an infestation. If your lawn or garden begins to exhibit signs of an invasion it may be the result of a mole, voles, beetles, grubs, Chinch bugs, crickets, flies, or other pests.