What should you do about mice in a restaurant?
A mouse in the kitchen or dining area is a shock for any hospitality business owner. Here is how to tackle it step by step.
Recognise the signs
Small black droppings, gnaw marks on packaging, greasy smears along skirting boards and rustling after closing time are the most familiar signs.
What you can do immediately
Store food in sealed containers, clear away crumbs and waste daily, and check doors, gaps and pipe penetrations for openings.
Discard gnawed products and thoroughly clean contaminated surfaces.
When should you call a professional?
If you see several signs or they recur, there is often a nest or a persistent entry route. A professional finds the cause and documents the approach, which also helps during a HACCP inspection.
Sources and further information
General information, not a diagnosis for your location. Have the species identified if in doubt. Consult a healthcare professional about health symptoms and do not use pesticides without appropriate instructions.
Further reading
Help for your business
RBL Services helps business clients in Noord-Holland, Utrecht, Zuid-Holland and Flevoland. Discuss an inspection for your business premises, kitchen, production site or homeowners’ association.
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