Servsafe Foodhandlers, Sanitation & Safety Study Guide-Chapter 13: Integrated Pest Management (T/F) & some ?’s – Flashcards
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Who should apply pesticides?
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Pest Control Operators
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(True/False): A strong oily odor may indicate the presence of roaches.
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True
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Cockroaches typically are found in places that are what?
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Warm, Moist, & Dry
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(True/False): The main purpose of an integrated pest management (IPM) program is to control pests once they have entered the establishment.
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False: An IPM program uses prevention measures to keep pests from entering the establishment and control measures to eliminate any pests that do get inside.
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The three basic rules of an integrated pest management program are 1) deny pests access to the operation, 2) ______________, and 3) work with a licensed PCO to eliminate pests that do enter.
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Deny pests food, water, and a nesting or hiding place
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(True/False): Stationary equipment should not be covered before applying pesticides since it gives pests a place to hide.
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False: When pesticides will be applied, prepare the area to be sprayed by removing all food and movable food-contact surfaces. Cover equipment and food-contact surfaces that cannot be moved.
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What kind of odor is a sign that roaches might be present?
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Strong, Oily
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(True/False): Glue traps are used to prevent roaches from entering the establishment.
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False: Glue traps—containers with sticky glue on the bottom—should be used to find out what type of roaches might be present.
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After pesticides have been applied, food-contact surfaces should be what?
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Washed, rinsed, & sanitized
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(True/False): Pesticides can be stored in food-storage areas if they are labeled properly and closed tightly.
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False: Any time pesticides are used or stored on the premises, you should have a corresponding MSDS, since they are hazardous materials. Your PCO should store and dispose of all pesticides used in your facility.
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If pesticides are stored in the operation, where should they be kept?
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In a secure location, away from food.
