Pest Management Standards For Food Plants - National Pest ...

SECTION 2: PEST MANAGEMENT PLAN
2.8 Birds and Wildlife
Birds and wildlife can enter plants or plant areas and create contamination or potential
contamination hazards.
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In the course of the inspection, maintenance issues such as but not limited to holes
in walls, pipe chases, bulk feed lines, spilled food items, or open doors/windows shall
be noted. Recommendations shall be made to the plant to reduce chances of future
infestation.
Bird Prevention/Management
Areas susceptible to infestation by birds shall be called to the attention of the plant
contact. If the plant approves, bird prevention measures may be installed. These shall be
any type of wire, net, device, or material to prevent roosting.
No restricted use pesticides designed for scaring of birds may be used inside any structure
where food is exposed. Any such product use shall be in areas inaccessible to non-target
species and plant personnel.
Any interior bird removal shall be by trapping and removal in accordance with
regulations. Exterior infestations such as geese on grounds may be managed by scaring
devices or repellents. Use must be in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. Use of
protective gear shall be required for removal of nests and/or droppings
Plants should be encouraged to eliminate favorable conditions for bird infestation and
observations by the technician shall be recorded in the log.
Within the confines of the above, additional information on bird management may be
found in the NPMA Pest Management Library, available through the NPMA Resource
Center (www.npmapestworld.org).
Wildlife Prevention/Management
Areas susceptible to infestation by wildlife shall be called to the attention of the plant
contact. If the plant approves, wildlife prevention measures may be installed. These shall
be any type of wire, net, device, or material to prevent entry, nesting, and/or roosting.
This is usually beyond the scope of the original contract and a separate contract should be
developed.
Any miscellaneous animal removal shall be by trapping and removal in accordance
with local regulations. Exterior infestations such as prairie dogs on grounds may be
managed by repellents or other method according to label or instructions. Use must be in
accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
Plants should be encouraged to eliminate favorable conditions for wildlife infestation and
observations by the technician shall be recorded in the log.
Within the confines of the above, additional information on wildlife biology and
management may be found in the NPMA Pest Management Library.
2.9 Weed Management
Vegetation should not be planted against the buildings (exterior). An inspection band and
clear zone adjacent to the building should be encouraged as part of the periodic audit. If
the company performs weed management, ideally a vegetation free clear zone should be
maintained.
This item shall be checked as part of the normal audit process during pest management
service regardless of whether the company performs weed management. Any
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