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Pest Control and Facility Safety Flashcards

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  1. What type of lighting is required in food preparation and storage areas in Texas food establishments?

    Answer: Adequate lighting of at least 50 foot-candles in preparation areas and shatterproof light covers

    Texas food code requires adequate, shielded lighting in prep areas so workers can see contamination and so broken bulbs don't contaminate food.

  2. Why must ventilation systems in commercial kitchens be regularly cleaned and maintained?

    Answer: Grease buildup in vents is a fire hazard and attracts pests, and also spreads contamination through the air

    Grease-clogged ventilation hoods are a fire hazard and harbor pests — regular cleaning is required for safety and sanitation.

  3. What is the purpose of installing air curtains or screens on exterior doors in a food facility?

    Answer: To prevent flying insects from entering the facility while allowing airflow

    Air curtains create a barrier of moving air that prevents flying insects like flies and mosquitoes from entering through open doorways.

  4. What must happen to food that has been contaminated by pest activity?

    Answer: It must be discarded immediately and cannot be reworked or saved

    Any food contaminated by pest droppings, urine, or contact must be discarded — there is no safe way to decontaminate it.

  5. Which of the following is a physical method used in Integrated Pest Management (IPM) to reduce pest populations?

    Answer: Installing door sweeps, sealing pipe gaps, and using rodent traps

    Physical controls like traps, door sweeps, and structural sealing are core IPM tools that reduce pests without chemical application.

  6. What is the Texas Food Establishment Rules (TFER) requirement regarding pets or animals in food establishments?

    Answer: Live animals are prohibited in food preparation and storage areas, with exceptions for service animals in dining areas

    Texas TFER prohibits animals in food prep and storage areas due to contamination risk, but service animals accompanying guests may be allowed in dining areas.