In a food establishment, who is trained to control and remove pests?

In a food establishment, who is trained to control and remove pests?

• A. Personal Hygiene Program
• B. Pest Control Operator (PCO)
• C. Parasites
• D. Pathogen

Answer: (B)

Pest control in a food environment is handled by a licensed professional who specializes in removing pests. A Pest Control Operator (PCO) is trained to inspect, identify, and manage pest problems, using approved methods and products, and to implement ongoing measures to prevent re-infestation. They understand how to apply pesticides safely, set traps, seal entry points, and work with sanitation practices to keep the facility compliant and pest-free. The Personal Hygiene Program focuses on preventing contamination by staff and customers rather than exterminating pests. Parasites and pathogens describe types of biological hazards, not people who perform pest control.

Pest control in a food environment is handled by a licensed professional who specializes in removing pests. A Pest Control Operator (PCO) is trained to inspect, identify, and manage pest problems, using approved methods and products, and to implement ongoing measures to prevent re-infestation. They understand how to apply pesticides safely, set traps, seal entry points, and work with sanitation practices to keep the facility compliant and pest-free. The Personal Hygiene Program focuses on preventing contamination by staff and customers rather than exterminating pests. Parasites and pathogens describe types of biological hazards, not people who perform pest control.