Keep Out Pests

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Baking & Pastry: Mastering the Art and Craft

Published 2015

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Careful sanitation procedures, proper handling of foods, and a well-maintained facility all work together to prevent a pest infestation. Besides being destructive and unpleasant, rats, mice, roaches, and flies may harbor various pathogens. Take the following steps to prevent infestation:

Clean all areas and surfaces thoroughly.
Wipe up spills immediately and sweep up crumbs.
Cover garbage, and remove it every four hours.
Elevate garbage containers on concrete blocks.
Keep food covered or refrigerated.
Check all incoming boxes for pests and remove boxes as soon as items are unpacked.
Store food away from walls and floors, and maintain cool temperatures and good ventilation.
Prevent pests from entering the facility by installing screened windows and screened selfclosing doors.
Fill in all crevices and cracks, repair weak masonry, and screen off any openings to buildings, including vents, basement windows, and drains.
If necessary, consult a professional exterminator.

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