Summer is already here and so are the birds! These little animals can be attractive, but they can also bring contamination to your business. Birds carry over 60 transmissible diseases and can be easily spread through other animals or even humans. Food facilities are constantly affected by pest birds and trying to keep up with health codes. Follow these helpful tips to keep birds away from food facilities this summer.
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Factors that Can Attract Birds to Your Facility
Early summer can produce cold mornings and evenings, leaving birds to seek warmer temperatures in the great indoors. Due to all the diseases, health officials consider them as a food safety violation. Birds seek out prime nesting areas on building ledges or even the nooks of signs. Last but not least, birds are always looking for food. Keeping the outside of your facility clean can from food debris can prevent the attraction of birds.
Prevent Nesting to Keep Birds Away From Food
Nesting season can vary depending on the type of bird. An important factor to keep in mind is that once a bird marks its territory, it’s close to impossible to humanely relocating it. Act ahead by closing any holes or contacting us to inquire about our gel or liquid bird repellent.
NOTE: Many of the birds we will encounter are protected by the Federal Migratory Bird Treaty Act.
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Block Out Birds from Nooks and Crannies
Birds want a place to hang out and stay for a long period of time. If you eliminate that factor on your building, they will most likely stay away and find new locations. Other ways to keep birds away from food facilities include:
- Reflective objectives
- Plastic predators
- Place boards to close off holes
- Place wiring
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Repel Birds from Food Facilities with Avian Control
Act proactively today by taking advantage of Avian Control’s EPA-registered liquid bird repellent. The last thing any food facility wants is to be shut down by the health department. Contact us today at 888-877-0709 to talk about our products!