In this protocol the goal is population reduction. Start by removing all visible roaches found during the inspection using a HEPA (rated) filtered vacuum. Mechanical control is the quickest way to reduce a population.

Fogging can be another way to quickly reduce a population of German roaches. Determine if the client’s business is appropriate for fogging in hard-to-reach areas like drop ceilings, for example.

Treat harborages using an aerosolization machine (such as Actisol, PAS, etc.), aerosol, or dust product.

The use of a bait product at this stage is not recommended due to disturbance caused by vacuuming, fogging, and direct harborage treatments. This disturbance can lead to bait avoidance.

Communicate to the customer what to expect after the treatment. Stress the importance of next day cleanup. Dead or dying roaches will be in the kitchen and possibly the dining and bar area. Roaches will need to be removed before the facility opens to guests.

Follow up approximately two weeks later to

- Vacuum dead and dying roaches to reduce callbacks and help with reevaluation
- Make an assessment and treat according to the level of infestation

MICROLEARNING SERIES

Conquering cockroaches in commercial kitchens can be complicated. MGK makes it easier. In this unique video series, entomologist Tommy Powell walks you through a comprehensive protocol to help PMPs gain and maintain control of cockroaches in commercial accounts. This series includes pest identification, biology and life cycle, hot spots, inspection, treatment and pest control product information.

ABOUT MGK

Founded in 1902 and based in Minnesota, MGK sells insect control products throughout the world spanning several industries including professional pest control, consumer home and pet products, animal health, and crop protection.

An affiliate of Sumitomo Chemical Company, MGK is a worldwide leader in the development and distribution of the botanical insecticide pyrethrum as well as a wide range of conventional insect control technologies. MGK and its subsidiaries employ 250 people at its facilities in North America and Africa.

The company’s mission is to make life healthier by creating responsible products that protect people and their environments from the impact of insects.

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