Bureau of Community Hygiene Prevention Make sure that: All bait stations and traps are checked on each service call and are effectively distributed and secured Records of pest control activities are maintained Surveys and inspections are conducted thoroughly, especially in the early spring and fall Food and refuse storage areas are clean, secure, and inspected frequently Door sweeps and entranceways are rodent-proof, and outside doors are kept closed Outside and basement walls are checked seasonally, and any cracks or openings are repaired Materials received are inspected for rodent signs, such as droppings Landscaped areas are kept free of weeds and trash, and shrubs are spaced apart and kept trimmed Monitoring efforts are concentrated near potential access points, such as doorways and receiving and utility areas Tenant and maintenance personnel responsibilities are clear