Separate guidance from your obligations
Requirements depend on the premises and activities. This website does not provide a legal compliance determination. Food businesses should use current Food Standards Agency guidance and consult their local authority or competent adviser where needed.
Keep usable records
Record inspection dates, findings, actions assigned and follow-up. Make the information accessible to the person responsible for facilities and food safety where relevant.
Write the service specification
Agree monitoring locations, access hours, reporting, escalation and prevention responsibilities. A contractor’s membership or certificate alone does not establish compliance for your particular operation.
Related pest guides
Rats & Mice
Recognise rodent signs and understand inspection, treatment and proofing.
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Bed Bugs
Check bedding and furniture signs, preparation and follow-up questions.
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Cockroaches
Identify kitchen activity and understand monitoring and prevention.
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Wasps
Assess a suspected nest safely and prepare for professional identification.
Read guideFurther information
- NHS: bedbugs and bites
- Government: renting a safe home
- British Pest Control Association: pest advice
- Find your local council
- Safer food, better business for caterers (FSA)
- HSE: rodenticides
Published by Pest Protect London. Updated 9 September 2026. General information; treatment decisions require an assessment of the property. Editorial policy.