MID TERM ASSIGNMENT

On

TOPIC : PEST CONTROL METHODS &

CHEMICALS USED IN HOTELS

Submitted By
Name: RUCHITH H
Registration No.: 231404226

BACA 13th Course

Subject: Room Division Operations
Subject Code: BAC 177
Semester: 1st
Section: B

Under the Supervision of

Ms. Megha Gahlot
Faculty
INDEX
1. INTRODUCTION
2. CHEMICALS USED FOR PEST CONTROL IN HOTELS
• BORIC ACID
• FIPRONIL
• HYDRAMETHYNON
• PIPERONYL BUTOXIDE
• PYRETHRINS AND PYRETHROIDS
3. CONCLUSION
PEST CONTROL

Actually “pest management” or “pest control, is involved with the safety of our health,
our foods and the protection of our property. It is vital to have a system of control for
pests for the safety of the overall public.

Almost 20% of the world’s food supply is consumed by rodents, and rodents are prime
carriers for other dangerous pests such as fleas, ticks and mites. Rodents also carry
diseases that are transmittable to humans and other animals.

Cockroaches have allergens that many people, approximately 7–8% of the general
public, are allergic to and are considered to be among the filthiest insects in existence.
Without pest management control practices, food hygiene, food regulation and health
regulations would not be properly achieved.

The Pest Control industry has expanded over the past five years. Food-related
businesses are required by law to maintain certain hygiene standards, so the rise in the
number of food-related businesses operating in the United Kingdom over the last few
years has increased demand for pest control services.

A pest is any organism that spreads disease, causes destruction or is otherwise a

nuisance. Vermin is the general term applied to animal and bird species regarded as
pests, and especially to those associated with diseases.

In the UK there are around 80–90 listed pests that fall into three categories:
• Insects.
• Rodents.
• Birds and others.
Some of the most common insects are:
– Ants – The most common species of ant is the black garden ant. A highly organised
and social insect, a colony will nest and include worker ants which are attracted to
sweet food. Ants may cause contamination to food and preparation areas.
– Bedbugs – Bedbugs are small, oval, brownish insects that live on the blood of animals
or humans. Adult bedbugs have flat bodies about the size of an apple seed. After
feeding, however, their bodies swell and are a reddish colour. Bedbugs may enter your
home undetected through luggage, clothing, used beds, sofas and other items. Their
flattened bodies make it possible for them to fit into tiny spaces, about the width of a
credit card. Bedbugs do not have nests like ants or bees, but tend to live in groups in
hiding places. Bedbugs live solely on blood. Having them in your home is not a sign of
dirtiness; you are as likely to find them in immaculate homes and hotel rooms as in
filthy ones.

– Cockroaches – There are two types of cockroach found in the UK, the Oriental
cockroach and the German cockroach. Cockroaches will feed on almost anything, from
food to faecal matter. They are commonly found in kitchens and heating systems. They
prefer warm moist conditions and they reproduce rapidly; a German cockroach can
produce up to 240 eggs per month. They can spread bacteria and usually indicate that
food preparation areas are not clean. Germs can be spread from the body of a
cockroach or from their droppings. They can carry dysentery, gastroenteritis, typhoid
and food poisoning organisms. Contamination occurs when the cockroaches come into
contact with food.
– Wasps and bees – Wasp nests are normally built in sheltered spots, with easy access
to outside. They can be found in areas such as wall cavities, roof spaces and under
eaves. They can grow to around the size of a football as the summer progresses. Only
female wasps sting, but they can do so repeatedly. Honeybees live in colonies often
greater than 30,000 in roof and wall cavities, and hollow trees. They swarm in early
summer. They have a barbed sting and die once this is used but will sting when
provoked. Untreated infestations can cause contamination of food, harm to mortar and
building fabric, and threats of stings. Some people may experience anaphylactic shock
on being stung and will require prompt treatment.

– Flies – Whether they are blue bottle or fruit flies, these pests carry a wide variety of
diseases such as food poisoning and dysentery.

– Moths – The two moths most commonly found in UK homes doing damage to natural
fibres are the common clothes moth (Tineola bisselliella) and the case-bearing clothes
moth (Tinea pellionella). It is the immature larvae, rather than the adult moths, that
cause the damage to natural fibres such as woollen clothing, upholstery and carpets.
Females lay eggs within natural fibres, which hatch between 4 and 10 days in summer
months and up to three weeks in colder weather.
CHEMICALS USED FOR PEST CONTROL IN HOTELS

CHOOSING THE RIGHT CHEMICALS

Choosing the right chemicals might be difficult. Using the incorrect substances could
exacerbate an already difficult situation. Take, for example, ants. You must first
correctly identify the ant species, and then take numerous particular procedures to
eliminate the problem. Your chemicals will not work if you misidentify the breed.
Furthermore, an ant infestation may include more than one species in the same site.
One of the infesting colonies may be immune to a chemical that kills another nearly
instantaneously. Furthermore, the poison used to destroy a settlement may not
completely eliminate all of the ants within it. The surviving may develop resistance to
the poison and form a new colony, forcing you to devise a new strategy.

BORIC ACID

One of the most common chemicals used in pest control is boric acid. This naturally
occurring substance can be pulled from rocks and water sources. It comes in several
different forms, including powder and pellets, making it very affordable. Pest control
companies use it often, as do many homeowners. Boric acid does an excellent job with
termites, cockroaches, and ants, but you should use caution and remain mindful of the
situation when deploying boric acid. The substance has a sweet taste, which can attract
household pets as well as children. Always make sure the homeowner knows about this
potential hazard.

FIPRONIL

Fipronil is another common pesticide. Like boric acid, it has a variety of uses. As a pest
control company, you may opt to use it to kill ants, cockroaches, and termites, as well
as fleas, ticks, beetles, crickets, and weevils. You can find it in many different formats,
including granules and liquids. You can also use Fipronil as a powder. In this format, it
has a moldy odor. Fipronil is somewhat less toxic to people than boric acid. The
chemical works by bonding to the nerve endings of insects and disrupting the central
nervous system.

HYDRAMETHYNON

Hydramethynon represents another option. It can eliminate ants, cockroaches, crickets,

silverfish, or termites. This substance is unique because it acts slowly. Insects that
ingest Hydramethynon become increasingly lethargic before dying. This gives them
time to bring the pesticide back to their respective colonies and kill off the rest of their
group. However, you should note that the process takes a few days to work, a potential
downside some homeowners may not tolerate.

PIPERONYL BUTOXIDE

Piperonyl Butoxide may also constitute part of your insect-eliminating

arsenal. Piperonyl Butoxide does not get used on its own, but it can augment other
insecticides. This chemical impacts insect metabolism, making many pesticides more
effective. Piperonyl Butoxide is mildly toxic to humans, and the EPA classifies it as a
carcinogen.

PYRETHRINS AND PYRETHROIDS

Pyrethrins and Pyrethroids are the most common pest control substances. Chemicals in
this class include the active ingredient Permethrin. These substances are made to mimic
botanical insecticides, specifically varieties of chrysanthemum that are toxic to insects.
They paralyze the offending pest before ultimately killing the insect. Pyrethrins and
Pyrethroids are effective against most household insects and mosquitos. They also have
applications in agriculture and protecting pets. These chemicals are generally safe for
humans and mammals, but they are incredibly toxic for any aquatic organisms. If you
use this class of pesticide in your pest control business, take care to minimize any
potential runoff, and prevent spray from getting into water.
CONCLUSION

Pest control is a chemically intensive industry. Make certain that you understand how
to apply insecticides properly. The incorrect chemicals or application could cause
property damage, health problems, or exacerbate the situation. Before you attempt to
utilize pest control chemicals in your business, educate yourself about pests, the
chemicals that destroy them, and the negative effects of those treatments.
Furthermore, keep in mind that pest control chemicals can be costly, and it can take
hundreds of liters of pesticide to complete a single operation. Don't be hesitant to
mention it in your service quotes. If the pesticides required to control a certain
infestation are more expensive than others or need a much higher volume, flat-rate
pricing may not work well. The best technique is to use invoicing software that is both
versatile and sturdy enough to allow you to integrate different treatments in the same
invoice. Smart Service pest control software includes a number of powerful chemical
tracking tools. If you need a better approach to track and log chemical usage, get a free
sample today.