Pests & FacilitiesQuestion 124 of 240

Who is permitted to apply pesticides inside a NYC food establishment?

a.Any employee with a spray can
b.The owner, using store-bought products
c.Anyone, as long as it is done after closing
d.Only a licensed pest control professional (exterminator)

Explanation

Pesticides in a food establishment may be applied only by a licensed pest control professional, who knows safe products, placement, and how to protect food. Untrained staff or owners using consumer products risk contaminating food and using illegal or unsafe applications. The operation still must handle sanitation and exclusion to support the professional's work.

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