Pest Control Inspection Checklist
What is a pest control inspection checklist? A pest control inspection checklist is a preventive food safety form required by FDA Food Code 6-501.111 to prevent and control pests in food establishments. Pests like rodents, cockroaches, and flies carry disease-causing pathogens and can contaminate food. This checklist follows Integrated Pest Management (IPM) principles focusing on prevention, monitoring, and targeted treatment.
- Industry: Food Service / Restaurant / Food Manufacturing
- Frequency: Weekly / Monthly / Per pest control visit
- Estimated Time: 30-45 minutes
- Role: Pest Control Operator / Manager / Health & Safety
- Total Items: 55
- Compliance: FDA Food Code 6-501.111, EPA Pesticide Regulations, CDC Food Safety Guidelines, IPM Standards, FSA Pest Control (UK)
Exterior Building Inspection
Inspect exterior for pest entry points and harborage areas.
- Exterior doors seal tightly (no gaps >1/4")?
- Door sweeps intact on all exterior doors?
- Windows screened and screens intact?
- Loading dock area clean and sealed?
- Foundation free of gaps and cracks?
- Utility penetrations sealed (pipes, wires)?
- Roof vents screened?
- Dumpster area clean, lids closed?
- Dumpster adequate distance from building?
- Exterior free of harborage (debris, vegetation)?
- ...and 1 more items
Interior Facility Inspection
Inspect interior for pest evidence and conducive conditions.
- Floors clean, free of food debris?
- Floor drains clean and treated?
- Wall/floor junctions sealed?
- Gaps around equipment sealed?
- Ceiling tiles in place and undamaged?
- Storage areas organized (items off floor)?
- No clutter or unused items providing harborage?
- Trash removed regularly, bins clean?
- Employee food stored in sealed containers?
Pest Evidence Monitoring
Check for signs of pest activity.
- Rodent droppings found?
- Droppings location (if found)
- Gnaw marks on packaging or structures?
- Rodent rub marks on walls/baseboards?
- Cockroach evidence (live, dead, egg cases)?
- Cockroach location (if found)
- Fly activity observed?
- Potential fly breeding sites?
- Stored product pest evidence?
- Bird activity/nesting evidence?
- ...and 1 more items
Monitoring Devices
Inspect and service pest monitoring devices.
- Interior glue boards checked?
- Saturated/old glue boards replaced?
- Glue board catches recorded?
- Exterior bait stations inspected?
- Bait stations secured and tamper-resistant?
- Bait consumption noted and recorded?
- Insect light traps (ILT) cleaned?
- ILT bulbs replaced (annual)?
- ILT catch recorded?
- Device map current and accurate?
Treatments Applied
Document any treatments applied during this visit.
- Treatment applied this visit?
- Treatment type(s)
- Product name(s) used
- EPA registration number(s)
- Treatment location(s)
- Amount applied
- Re-entry time observed?
- SDS available for products used?
Documentation & Compliance
Verify proper documentation per regulations.
- Service log book current?
- Pesticide application records complete?
- SDS file complete and accessible?
- Pest control license posted (if required)?
- Pest activity trends reviewed?
- Next service date scheduled?
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Why Use This Pest Control Inspection Checklist?
This pest control inspection checklist helps food service / restaurant / food manufacturing teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for pest control operator / manager / health & safety professionals, this checklist covers 55 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: weekly / monthly / per pest control visit.
Ensures compliance with FDA Food Code 6-501.111, EPA Pesticide Regulations, CDC Food Safety Guidelines, IPM Standards, FSA Pest Control (UK), FSSAI Regulations (India). Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Pest Control Inspection Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 55 inspection items across 6 sections: Exterior Building Inspection, Interior Facility Inspection, Pest Evidence Monitoring, Monitoring Devices, Treatments Applied, Documentation & Compliance. It is designed for food service / restaurant / food manufacturing operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed weekly / monthly / per pest control visit. Each completion takes approximately 30-45 minutes.
Who should use this Pest Control Inspection Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Pest Control Operator / Manager / Health & Safety professionals in the food service / restaurant / food manufacturing industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.