Restaurants that have animal intruders can face extreme consequences in their health ratings, and could also contribute to outbreaks of diseases and illnesses in their community. Below, we will discuss some of the most common ways that wild animals can affect your restaurant.
Pathogen Contamination in the Restaurant
Wild animals can pose a serious threat to the health and well-being of your patrons. Critters can spread pathogens in your restaurant in a variety of ways. Contaminated surfaces, contact with fecal matter or urine, and contaminated food products are the most common causes. Even the carcasses can lead to pathogens spreading. Outbreaks of bacterial infections, viruses, and other health concerns may occur where pest animals are.
Bringing in Bugs
Wild animals can also lead to bug outbreaks in your restaurant. Bugs can use the same openings as critters to gain access to your restaurants. Insects and other bugs can lead to further pathogen contamination issues.
Injury Risk for Restaurant Workers
When a wild animal feels cornered or threatened, it can lash out. Workers can be bitten or scratched by animals, leading to injury, sickness, and medical issues. If there are wild critters in your restaurant, you need a licensed professional to remove them.
Why Humane Animal Removal Matters for Your Restaurant
Humane removal methods focus on capture, removal, exclusion, and sanitization. This means that the invading animals are removed safely and humanely. Then, their methods of entry are sealed off. Finally, affected areas are sanitized to prevent potential pathogen contamination.
With less humane methods of trapping or poisoning animals, you are more likely to have a temporary solution to your invasion issue. Poisons may not kill all of the animals. And in some cases, such as with rats, it may cause more issues. When rats become sick from poison, they tend to flee to a safe space, such as in the walls. Dead or dying rats in your walls can lead to bad smells and worse health concerns down the line. Many inhumane removal companies skip out on the exclusion and repair stages as well. If you have an animal infestation, you should trust a licensed, humane wildlife removal company to get the job done right.
24/7 Emergency Services
New York/New Jersey Wildlife Removal Inc. offers 24/7 emergency services for removal services. When you have a wild animal in your restaurant, you need it out ASAP. We can help you take care of your animal issue swiftly, efficiently, and humanely.