Manchester Pest Control - Health & Safety
Often Copied, never matched!Health Safety Legislation:
EXTRACT – FOOD HYGIENE (AMENDMENT) REGULATIONS 1990 UNDER REGULATIONS 2(B) AND 4 (C):
The above regulations state that “The walls, floors, doors, windows, ceiling, woodwork and all other parts of the structure of every food room shall be kept clean and shall be kept in such good order, repair and condition as to prevent, so far as reasonably practicable the entry of birds, and any risk of infestation by rats, mice, insects or other pests”
EXTRACTS FOOD SAFETY ACT 1990:
Section 21 provides the defence of “due diligence” in any proceedings for an offence if the person charged is able to prove that all reasonable precautions were taken and due diligence exercised to avoid the offence being committed. Actions taken to prevent or control pests by engaging the services of authority or commercial pest control services may be put forward as part of a due diligence defence. It is recommended that any establishment that stores, prepares, holds, cooks or serves food for human consumption, including packaged confectionery, engage the services of a pest control company.
FOOD SAFETY (GENERAL FOOD HYGIENE) REGULATIONS 1995:
Chapter 1 section 2 c of the above regulations (Legal requirements) states that “Food businesses must take all reasonable precautions to prevent food pests, namely rats, mice, cockroaches, and flying insects gaining entry into food storage and preparation areas”. This is to prevent the contamination of foodstuffs.
Chapter 11 section 1 d of the above regulations (Legal requirement) states that “Windows and other openings which can be opened to the outside environment must where necessary be fitted with insect proof screens”.
It goes on to say that windows must be screened if:
They open directly into food preparation areas.
They are opened for ventilation during food preparation.
Screening is necessary to prevent a risk of infestation and / or contamination.
PENALTIES FOR NON-COMPLIANCE INCLUDE:
Fines of up to £20,000 for each offence
6 months to 2 years’ imprisonment
Unlimited fines in Crown Court
Closure of premises
Loss of reputation
Loss of business and profits
FURTHER LEGISLATION RELATING TO PEST CONTROL:
The Environmental Protection Act 1990
Prevention of Damage by Pests Act 1949
The Protection of Animals Act 1911
Protection of Animals (Amendment) Act 1927
The Destructive Imported Animals Act 1932
Public Health Act 1936
Public Health Act 1961
The Prevention of Damage by Rabbits Act 1939
Agriculture Act 1947
Control of Pollution Act 1974
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
The Poisons Act 1972
The Government Act 1972
Health Services and Public Health Act 1968 and the Public Health (Infectious Diseases) Regulations 1968
Pests Act 1954
The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulation 1988
Control of Pesticides Regulations 1986
The Wildlife and Countryside (Amendment) Act 1985
Animal Health Act 1981
Dangerous Wild Animals Act 1976 and the dangerous Wild Animals Act 1976 (Modification) Order 1984
We do not use sign written vehicles and will be discreet at all times when dealing with your pest problem. All pest control work is guaranteed, Treatments are available 24 hours a day 7 days a week including bank holidays. We will also advise on any pest proofing issues and how to avoid pest problems in the future. We all want what's best for our family and to protect our home. Apart from the danger to health, many pests can also cause extensive structural damage, as well as an offensive odour. Before you go down the DIY route, why not give us a call to see how we can help? You have nothing to lose! We all want what's best for our family and to protect our home. Apart from the danger to health, many pests can also cause extensive structural damage, as well as an offensive odour. Before you go down the DIY route, why not give us a call to see how we can help? You have nothing to lose!
Ants Bedbugs Beetles Birds Cockroaches Fleas Flies Foxes Mice Mites Moles Moths Pigeons Rabbits Rats Silverfish Spiders Squirrels Wasps Woodlice
Health & Safety Pest Control Services
People and companies think they can treat the pest problem themselves, only to find that they make the infestation worse by purchasing products from DIY outlets with a poor percentage of insecticide. This may prove to be an expensive waste of time and money. Health & Safety & Pest Control provides an effective solution to your pest control problem with advice to prevent any infestation recurring.
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Manchester Pest covers Greater Manchester and Cheshire.