Pest Control at Work - Where to Start?

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Pest Control At Work - Where to Start Pests are a source of great distress in every workplace they show up in. Not only are they a danger to property but they may also be a danger to human health. But even without the danger, pests are just annoying to have around.

So, no matter the size or shape of the pest, it is every workers wish to get rid of these pesky things. There are several pests that are common and we shall take a look at each, look at how to prevent them and how to get rid of them if they make it through your defences.

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Rodents Rodents (rats and mice being the most common) are capable of causing serious damage in your workplace.

Other than the diseases they are known to carry and transmit to humans and other animals, rats and mice will gnaw away at your valuables. Rodents will eat almost anything in the place including clothes and wire insulations, not to mention any food.

If you do not have rodents in your workplace, then keeping them out should be your top priority.

There are two things you can do to achieve this: store your food properly, and cover any gaps and holes that could give rodents access to your premises.

In case rodents have already gained entry into your place, early detection is key. Signs of a rodent infestation include: - Rat droppings - Rats seen out in the open - Grease and dirt marks on the floor When a rodent infestation is detected early, it can be easily controlled before it gets out of hand. Some of our rodent control products include:

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1. Pestrol Multi Rat Catch (http://www.pestrolpro.com.au/pestrol-trickytrap-for-mice.html) – This device offers an easy yet effective way of capturing rodents in your premises. The device is capable of catching several rodents at the same time making it more effective.

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2. Contrac Blox Rodent Poison Bait (http://www.pestrolpro.com.au/contrac-blox-8kgrodent-poison-mouse-mice-rat-bait-8-kgbromadiolone-blocks-299.html) – This is an anticoagulant that kills mice and rats with reduced risk to other animals. The bait is highly palatable as it’s mostly made from food grade materials and will kill rodents in just one feed. Bait shyness is overcome as the rodents don’t die on the spot but later.

Cockroaches

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Due to their resilience and ability to survive with limited resources, cockroaches are hard pests to get rid of. Their ability to breed rapidly could also lead to a full-blown infestation within a few months from a single insect.

To prevent cockroaches from invading your factory or offices, high levels of hygiene need to be observed.

Housekeeping should be done regularly to deprive these insects of any food. Fixing your leaky taps and plumbing is also necessary to eliminate any water sources.

Signs of a cockroach infestation include: - Live insects crawling about and especially at night when you flip on the lights.

- Egg cases and cast skins around the place.

- Cockroach droppings - The presence of a foul musty smell.

Our cockroach control products include: 1. TopBait Gel Cockroach Bait (http://www.pestrolpro.com.au/topbait-gel-cockroachWebsite Strategies

bait.html) – Top bait combines an attractive food source and potent active ingredient that will knock out all cockroaches that feed on it. It kills cockroaches fast and cost effectively.

2. Chaindrite Extra Strength Crawling Insect Aerosol Spray (http://www.pestrolpro.com.au/chaindrite-extrastrength-crawling-insect-aerosol-spray.html) – This is a professional pest control product that will flush out and kill all cockroaches and other insects from the tiniest of spaces. It also leaves a residue that will continue killing for a long time.

Flies Flies are extremely annoying pests, they breed fast and have the potential to spread diseases to humans. Their Website Strategies

indiscriminate feeding habits expose them to a variety of diseases which they will spread through shared food.

To keep flies out of your space, cleanliness is crucial. Cleaning up will ensure that flies have nothing to feed on when they get into your premises.

A fly infestation is very easy to identify as flies can be seen flying around the place. Once identified, you can use either one of these professional products to get rid of them: 1. Fly Sentry Fly Bait Station (http://www.pestrolpro.com.au/fly-sentry-fly-baitstation.html) - This a simple yet effective device that once set up in areas frequented by flies will kill them on contact. The bait station is sanitary as flies will fly away and die elsewhere, does not use any chemical sprays and is discreet.

2. Protect-Us Professional Water-Based Insecticide (http://www.pestrolpro.com.au/protect-us-

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professional-water-based-insecticide-500ml.html) – This is an industrial strength pest control solution made for the home, business or farm. It’s quickly metabolised in mammals and plants making it safe to use in sensitive areas such as those for food preparation.

Ants Ants are not extremely harmful to humans (unless they bite) but their presence can be quite disturbing. Furthermore, due to the great distances they travel as they forage, they might be exposed to diseases which could be spread.

Just like most pests, ants invade your factory or offices in search of food and water. It is, therefore, important to make Website Strategies

sure that no food is left exposed and accessible to these pests inside or around your place. Clean up spills, vacuum regularly, cover your bins and keep all your food in sealed containers to keep these insects away.

When these insects invade, they follow trails that can be easily identified. Once they have been spotted, you can use these products to kick them out.

1. TEMPRID (http://www.pestrolpro.com.au/temprid-75.html) – This residue insecticide concentrate will effectively kill all the ants that find their way inside. In addition to ants, the insecticide will also kill fleas, spiders, bedbugs and other insects that come into contact with it.

2. Advion Ant Gel by DuPont (http://www.pestrolpro.com.au/advion-ant-gel-by-dupont.html) – This product targets most ant species and will kill them as soon as they feed on it. The powerful formulation is Website Strategies

widely attractive to ants, is non-staining, and maintains its integrity for a long time.

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