What Makes An Effective Integrated Pest Management Programme for the Food Supply Chain Risk Management?
Online, March 3, 2014 (Newswire.com) - The implementation of a comprehensive integrated pest management (IPM) programme and a sound partnership with the pest controller will save business cost in the long term. Utilising proper monitoring tools to trace pest management records from farm to table will also provide support to enhance supply chain risk management.
Pest infestation can put your company's reputation at risk
Pests are a high risk threat in the food processing cycle especially in the raw materials storage area, food production zones, packaging and loading area. They can cause damage by contaminating raw materials and food products with their droppings, urine and skin shedding. During the food supply chain cycle, better risk mitigation provides ample time for pest to be detected before reaching consumers preventing potential losses. Worst scenario would be, product recall may happen and the company's reputation can be tarnished resulting in loss of trust for the brand.
Improving supply chain risk management with Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
Deficiencies in pest management throughout the food supply chain can be disastrous for the food quality. This could be prevented with a comprehensive integrated pest management programme (IPM). IPM is a concept that revolves on pest management being a holistic and proactive approach compared to conventional reactive pest control treatment. Sanitation, pest exclusion and maintenance of the structural integrity of the building all play a vital part in the reduction of pest activity. These would help to decrease heavy reliance of pesticides usage in solving pest problems.
Developing a sturdy partnership with the pest controller
Identifying a pest control partner with global expertise that understands the phases of the supply chain risk management is imperative. This will provide a road map from which technical or business priorities can be acknowledged to execute relevant integrated pest management strategies. A comprehensive integrated pest management programme can only look nice on paper if it is not routinely monitored, reviewed and adjusted to ensure it is improved and functioning as planned. For that reason, a solid partnership will need to be forged between the company and pest controller to ensure consistent alignment on the strategies and efforts.
Managing Director of Rentokil Initial (M) Sdn Bhd, Carol Lam said "We believe that key to an exceptional partnership is to keep communication transparent with frequent sharing of best practices, further improvements can be achieved."
About Rentokil Pest Control Malaysia
Rentokil Pest Control is part of Rentokil Initial group, one of the largest business services companies in the world. As the leading market leader in pest control industry, Rentokil's Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programme provides comprehensive pest control services for the commercial sectors ranging from the food processing industries, pharmaceutical to industrial and manufacturing. The programme is designed to be compliant with recognised standards or certification such as, AIB International, BRC Global International Standards, Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP). Continuous pest monitoring, regular visitation and proactive recommendations are the standard supports delivered to ensure the effectiveness of the IPM programme; giving you peace of mind.
To further complement Rentokil's IPM programme, an online reporting and analysis system has been developed to help customers monitor pest activities at multiple locations effectively. It also provides better traceability and easy access to all key information and service delivery records needed for pest risk management and food audit requirement.
At Rentokil Initial Malaysia, three brands are focused on providing the best services with nationwide coverage, fast response and expert technical knowledge: Rentokil Pest Control, Initial Hygiene and Ambius Interiors. Visit www.rentokil-initial.com.my to find out how Rentokil Initial (M) Sdn Bhd services can add value to different business sectors.
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