HOW TO CONTROL INSECTS ONBOARD SHIPS
1️⃣ Keep the Galley and Food Storage Areas Clean
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Clean up leftover food after every meal; avoid leaving food scraps around.
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Wash kitchen utensils and dining tables immediately after use.
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Store dry foods in sealed plastic containers or bags to prevent rodents and cockroaches.
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Do not let organic waste pile up onboard — collect and dispose of it properly and promptly.
2️⃣ Seal Gaps and Vents
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Install insect-proof mesh on ventilation openings, cold storage rooms, and windows.
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Seal all gaps and holes around food storage areas and cold rooms to prevent rodents and insects from entering.
3️⃣ Use Traps and Insecticides
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Place glue traps for cockroaches and rodents around food storage and kitchen areas.
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Use cockroach bait, rodent glue traps, or safe rodent bait stations.
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Apply mosquito sprays in enclosed areas like cabins and dining rooms during early morning and evening.
4️⃣ Prefer Safe and Natural Solutions
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Hang dried mint or lemongrass sachets in storage areas to repel cockroaches and mosquitoes.
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Use ginger or citrus peels (orange, lemon) to deter insects in kitchens and dining areas.
5️⃣ Properly Handle Waste and Wastewater
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Food waste must be securely bagged and kept away from dining areas; dispose of it promptly to avoid attracting flies.
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Regularly clean bilges, wastewater tanks, and drains to prevent mosquito breeding.
Helpful Tips for Insect Control on Ships
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Always stock up on rodent traps, cockroach glue traps, and insect repellents in the galley and storage rooms.
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Regularly spray insecticides (preferably low-odor and food-safe types).
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Check food storage daily and promptly remove spoiled items to prevent insect infestation.
