PEST CONTROL IN THE ASPECT OF THE REQUIREMENTS OF SELECTED FOOD SAFETY MANAGEMENT STANDARDS

Purpose: The aim of this article is to present the method of pest control in the aspect of ensuring food safety and the requirements of selected standards in this area. Design/ methodology / approach: An analysis of the functioning of pest control principles in selected food chain enterprises was carried out in the context of meeting the requirements of applicable standards and generating recommendations for other enterprises. Findings: Based on the standardization guidelines, the most important requirements for the prevention of pests in enterprises operating in the food chain were identified. Basic guidelines for enterprises were formulated, based on which it will be possible to design an effective pest control system. Originality/value: The article indicates the most common non-conformities that occur in the area of pest control and monitoring. The article can help companies operating in the food chain to improve this area of their activities and thus reduce the risk of non-conformities during certification audits, and most importantly, ensure a reduction in the risk of threats to the production process.