Pests in Canada
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Why is it essential to seal all small holes or cracks on the outside of the building?

  • To keep the building structurally sound
  • To prevent carpenter ants from nesting
  • To prevent ants from entering the building (correct)
  • To reduce the risk of disease transmission
  • What is a common health hazard associated with some ant species?

  • Inflaming skin and causing cramping and headaches (correct)
  • Infesting food containers
  • Causing structural damage to wood
  • Transmitting diseases
  • What is a recommended method for preventing ants from invading your home?

  • Sealing all small holes or cracks on the outside of the building
  • Using insecticides
  • Installing ant traps
  • Frequently cleaning countertops and disposing of household garbage (correct)
  • Which type of ant is known to transmit diseases?

    <p>Pharaoh ant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common household item that can attract ants?

    <p>Dirty dishes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a recommended method for eliminating ant nests?

    <p>Flood ant nests with boiling water and detergent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do to all clothing and bedding when you have Bed Bugs?

    <p>Wash them in hot water and dry on high heat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it recommended to keep bedding away from the floor?

    <p>To prevent Bed Bugs from hiding underneath</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do to furniture that is contaminated with Bed Bugs before discarding it?

    <p>Label it as contaminated with Bed Bugs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it recommended to use a vacuum with a sealed bag when vacuuming for Bed Bugs?

    <p>To prevent the vacuum from spreading the Bed Bugs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do when visiting a home with Bed Bugs?

    <p>Wear plastic booties or tie plastic bags around your feet and keep all personal items in a sealed plastic bag</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do to your clothes after leaving a home with Bed Bugs?

    <p>Put them in a sealed plastic bag and launder them as soon as you get home</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical shape and color of Bed Bugs?

    <p>Oval-shaped and reddish-brown</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many eggs can a Bed Bug lay daily?

    <p>2-4 eggs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common characteristic of Bed Bug bites?

    <p>They are swollen and itchy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a sign of a Bed Bug infestation?

    <p>A musty, unpleasant smell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can you prevent Bed Bugs from living in your home?

    <p>By washing and drying secondhand clothing immediately</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do if you find an item with a Bed Bug infestation?

    <p>Seal the item in a plastic bag</p> Signup and view all the answers

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