Pest Control in HACCP-Based Food Safety Plans

Pest control is usually a prerequisite programme under HACCP.

The short answer

Define scope, responsibilities, monitoring, trend records, corrective actions and verification. Use approved methods and keep documentation.

Elements

1. Scope and responsibilities.
2. Monitoring and maps.
3. Corrective actions.
4. Verification and review.

Records

• Service reports.
• Trend analysis.

When to call a professional

If the problem is widespread, keeps returning or you are unsure what you are dealing with, a professional inspection will save time and avoid wasted effort.

Frequently asked questions

Who maintains it?

The food business and provider.

Review?

Regularly.

Audit?

Yes.

Training?

Required.

This guide is part of IPest's complete resource on commercial pest control. For identification help, prevention and treatment options, see our full commercial pest control guide for Bangalore.