With FSMA on the books and GFSI audits increasingly being demanded by retailers, food processors not only have to worry about allergen and microbe control, but also need to be concerned about the presence of unwanted animal and insect pests. Professional pest management companies can help processors develop and manage HACCP programs that include keeping the critters out, according to Paul Curtis, director of national accounts service quality for Terminix Commercial.
Pest management services can identify the requirements for preventing pest access to the site; provide guidance for monitoring and controlling of pests; create documents of preventative actions; identify actions required when an infestation occurs; provide trending, analysis and historical data; and provide training on pest, sanitation and facility-related compliance.