Pest ControlQuestion 226 of 319
A line cook spills sugar syrup on the floor near the bar. To support pest control, the spill should be cleaned:
a.Immediately — prompt cleanup of food and liquid spills denies pests the food and water they need
b.At the end of the night when the kitchen is otherwise empty
c.Once per shift, as part of the standard mop schedule
d.Only if a customer is about to walk past
Explanation
Sugary or sticky spills are an instant food source for ants, flies, and cockroaches, and add moisture that supports rodents. Cleaning spills immediately — rather than waiting for the scheduled mop — is a basic IPM sanitation practice that removes food and water before pests find them.
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