Operational Guide: Urban Pest Control in Corporate Environments
Urban pest control is not a reactive service: it is a risk management process. In corporate environments, an untreated infestation impacts health, operational continuity and regulatory compliance. This guide presents the threat map and the professional method to control them.
Threat map by species
Signs of presence, health risk and reproduction speed
| Species | Indicators | Risk | Reproduction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rattus norvegicus | Large droppings, gnaw marks, burrows | Critical: leptospirosis, salmonellosis | 5-10 litters/year |
| Mus musculus | Ammonia smell, tracks, nests | High: hantavirus, allergies | 8-10 litters/year |
| Blattella germanica | Egg casings, dark stains, nocturnal activity | High: contamination | 4-6 cycles/year |
| Periplaneta americana | Sewers, warm areas, wings | Medium: bacteria | 2-3 cycles/year |
| Musca domestica | Black spots, larvae | Medium: pathogens | 15-20 days/cycle |
| Aedes albopictus | Bites, stagnant water | High: dengue and zika | 7-10 days/cycle |
| Columba livia | Feathers, nests | Medium: fungi | 3-4 clutches/year |
| Vespula germanica | Nests on cornices | High: allergic reactions | Annual colony |
Health and legal risk
An active infestation can generate sanctions, temporary closures, claims and reputational damage. Professional prevention is a compliance requirement, not an option.
Impact on operation and continuity
Integrated Pest Management Program (IPM)
1. Technical inspection
Diagnosis by critical areas, entry points and infestation level.
2. Control plan
Design of specific strategy by species and environment.
3. Barriers and exclusion
Sealing, screens, protections and access control.
4. Selective treatments
Application of chemical or biological methods with low toxicity.
5. Continuous monitoring
Follow-up, indicators and recurrence control.
6. Documentation
Records for audits and traceability of actions.
Control indicators and performance
Essential prevention protocols
- Waste management with closed containers and scheduled cleaning
- Humidity control in warehouses and chambers
- Sealing of accesses and review of critical points
- Personnel training in warning signs
- Periodic audits with registered company
"After implementing IPM, we reduced incidents by 68% and avoided temporary closures at our logistics facilities."
Pest control program
At Bolloré Facility Management & Services we design IPM programs with inspection, treatment and continuous monitoring, ensuring compliance and operational continuity.