Pest Control Study Guide Questions with Correct Answers

Pest Control Study Guide Questions with Correct Answers what are two requirements for licensed PCOs? - Answer--they must take and pass an exam administered by the state -they must attend training on a continual basis what are four skills a PCO can help teach IPM team members? - Answer--looking for signs of pests -identifying pests -evaluating control progress -determining a control method which two statements regarding PCO's are true? - Answer--they are very knowledgeable in the most effective pest prevention and control methods -they are aware of the latest issues and trends in pest control what are three things you should do when selecting a PCO? - Answer--talk to other food service managers in your area -find out if the pest management company has liability insurance -ask if work is guaranteed what are four common diseases spread by rats? - Answer--hantavirus -leptospirosis -lyme disease -salmonellosis what are three characteristics of ants? - Answer--they like to eat sweets -they clean themselves regularly -they seldom carry debris from one place to the next what are three characteristics of cockroaches? - Answer--they can cause food poisoning, dysentery, and diarrhea -the can be carriers of salmonella and the poliomyelitis virus -they are highly adaptable