SERVSAFE CHAPTER 13: INTEGRATED
PEST MANAGEMENT EXAM
QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE
SOLUTIONS
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Programs - ANSWER-Once pests have entered the
operation in large numbers — an infestation — they can be difficult to eliminate.
-Prevention measures
-Control measures
• An IPM program has three basic rules:
-Deny pests access to the operation
-Deny pests food and shelter
-Work closely with a licensed pest control operator (PCO) to eliminate pests that do
enter
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Programs (Deny Pests Access to the Operation) -
ANSWER-Prevent pests from entering with deliveries:
-Use approved, reputable suppliers
-Check all deliveries before they enter your operation
-Refuse shipments that have pests or signs of pests, such as egg cases and body parts
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Programs (Deny Pests Access to the Operation)
part 2 - ANSWER-Prevent pests from entering through doors, windows, and vents:
-Screen all windows and vents with at least 16 mesh per square inch screening
-Install self-closing devices & door sweeps on all doors -Install air curtains (also called
air doors or fly fans) above or alongside doors
-Keep all exterior openings tightly closed
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Programs (Deny Pests Access to the Operation)
part 3 - ANSWER-Prevent pests from entering through pipes:
-Use concrete to fill holes or sheet metal to cover openings
-Install screens over ventilation pipes and ducts on the roof
-Cover floor drains with hinged gates to keep rodents out
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Programs (Deny Food and Shelter) - ANSWER-A
clean operation offers pests no food or shelter:
-Dispose garbage quickly and correctly
-Store recycles in clean, pest-proof containers as far from your building as regulatory
requirements allow
-Keep food and supplies away from walls and at least 6 inches (15 cm) off the floor.
-Careful cleaning
• Clean food and beverage spills right away
• Clean toilets and restrooms as often as needed
PEST MANAGEMENT EXAM
QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE
SOLUTIONS
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Programs - ANSWER-Once pests have entered the
operation in large numbers — an infestation — they can be difficult to eliminate.
-Prevention measures
-Control measures
• An IPM program has three basic rules:
-Deny pests access to the operation
-Deny pests food and shelter
-Work closely with a licensed pest control operator (PCO) to eliminate pests that do
enter
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Programs (Deny Pests Access to the Operation) -
ANSWER-Prevent pests from entering with deliveries:
-Use approved, reputable suppliers
-Check all deliveries before they enter your operation
-Refuse shipments that have pests or signs of pests, such as egg cases and body parts
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Programs (Deny Pests Access to the Operation)
part 2 - ANSWER-Prevent pests from entering through doors, windows, and vents:
-Screen all windows and vents with at least 16 mesh per square inch screening
-Install self-closing devices & door sweeps on all doors -Install air curtains (also called
air doors or fly fans) above or alongside doors
-Keep all exterior openings tightly closed
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Programs (Deny Pests Access to the Operation)
part 3 - ANSWER-Prevent pests from entering through pipes:
-Use concrete to fill holes or sheet metal to cover openings
-Install screens over ventilation pipes and ducts on the roof
-Cover floor drains with hinged gates to keep rodents out
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Programs (Deny Food and Shelter) - ANSWER-A
clean operation offers pests no food or shelter:
-Dispose garbage quickly and correctly
-Store recycles in clean, pest-proof containers as far from your building as regulatory
requirements allow
-Keep food and supplies away from walls and at least 6 inches (15 cm) off the floor.
-Careful cleaning
• Clean food and beverage spills right away
• Clean toilets and restrooms as often as needed
