Cleaning Reduces Environmental Risks

Cleaning Reduces Environmental Risks, Enables Sanitation
Sanitary conditions are where the risk of adverse health effects is low or acceptable.[11] Effective cleaning reduces exposures to hazardous matter, thereby reducing risks while contributing to a sanitary state.

                    
Indoor environments are readily manageable, unlike ambient environments where the causes of pollution and its control are complex. Built environments can be designed, operated and maintained to suit their inhabitants’ needs.

We need to better understand the influence natural and manmade environments have on our health. Once we do, it becomes apparent that effective management, especially in the form of cleaning, is the key to removing unwanted by-products and reducing serious health risks.

Adverse effects, while harder to define, usually are described as conditions we will pay to control or correct, such as health, comfort and property values. On a micro-scale, environmental change is part of natural evolution. Adverse macro-change in built environments due to human activity, however, is preventable through effective management, mainly cleaning.

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How You can get rid of Rodents

Rats and mice have babies often, so it is important to find and get rid of them quickly and efficiently. Even if you do not see an actual rodent, the size and shape of the droppings can tell you if it is a mouse or rat. It is important to know what pest you are trying to get rid of as there are different control methods for the different rodents. Mouse droppings are approximately 6 mm (1/4 inch) long and oval shaped. Roof rat droppings are about 13 mm (1/2 inch) long with pointed ends and Norway rat droppings are about 19mm (3/4 inch) long with blunt ends.

The best way to get rid of rats or mice is by using traps. If using spring loaded traps for rats, bait three of them in a row without setting them. Bait with dried fruit, peanut butter mixed with oats, or cheese. Set the traps at ‘right angles’ (90 degrees) to the walls where the rodents are known to travel, with the bait side of the trap toward the wall. When the rodents get use to feeding, set the traps. Make sure the bait is securely attached to the trip pedal so the trap springs when the food is removed.

Once you capture a rodent, make sure not to touch it with your bare hands. Wear gloves when handling a dead rodent and the trap. Double bag the dead rat or mouse, seal the bags, and then bury, burn, or place the bags in the trash, according to local by-laws. The trap can be reset if gloves are worn.

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How to prevent Rodents from living on Your property

There are steps you can take to prevent rodents on your property.

1. Eliminate food and water sources:

• Keep all garbage in pest proof containers with tight fitting lids.
• Follow good composting practices for rodent control.
• Do not throw food scraps into backyard compost without covering them. 
• Use lime.
• Rotate compost.
• Have a pest proof compost container.
• Remove fallen fruit and nuts from your yard.
• Remove pet food right after feeding and do not leave it outside overnight.

• Clean out waste and food from pet pens and enclosures.
• Equip bird feeders with trays and clean spilled seeds often.
• Repair any plumbing leaks to remove a water source.
• Cover pools and whirlpools when not in use.

2. Eliminate hiding and living places:

• Keep building perimeters clear of plantings, stored lumber or junk.
• Trim plants near buildings so that 15 to 20 cm (6 to 8 inches) above ground is clear. Trim branches of trees or shrubs to prevent access to roofs or balconies.
• Remove unused piles of lumber and old sheds.
• Do not store old cars or furniture outside.
• Store lumber and firewood on stands 30 cm to 45 cm (12 to 18 inches) off the ground.

3. Pest proof buildings:

• Cover crawl spaces, fresh air and attic vents with 6mm (1/4 inch) metal screening or steel mesh.
• Seal any possible entry points in the building exterior that are greater than 6mm (1/4 inch). Pay close attention to door jams and gaps between the siding and the house foundation. If you have roof rats don’t forget to check for holes in areas of the roof.
• Repair cracks in cement footings and foundations.
• Build sheds on concrete slabs

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Five Ways to Clean Up Areas Where Rodents have Been

1. Wipe up droppings, nesting materials and other waste with a paper towel and place in a plastic garbage bag. Do not sweep or vacuum.
2.  Prevent stirring up dust when you are cleaning areas where mice have lived. This includes ventilating any enclosed area for 30 minutes and wetting down the area with household disinfectant before you start. Most general purpose disinfectants and household detergents are effective. A mixture of 1 part bleach and 10 parts water can also be used. Pour mixture carefully onto the area to avoid disturbing any virus present—do not use a sprayer. Double bag the contents, seal the bags, and then bury, burn, or place the bags in the trash, according to local by-laws.

3. Clean floors, carpets, clothing and bedding, and disinfect counter-tops, cabinets and drawers that have been in contact with mice.

4.  Wash rubber gloves with disinfectant or soap and water before removing them. Wash your hands with soap and water after removing gloves.

5.  During clean-up, make sure to wear an appropriate, well-fitting filter mask, rubber gloves and goggles. For more information on appropriate masks contact your local public health unit or environmental health officer.

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