Associate Certified Entomologist (ACE) Practice Exam

Which of the following is NOT an example of sanitation practices?

1. Removing food crumbs from the table

2. Keeping food in airtight containers

3. Pruning shrubs that may harbor pests

4. Putting a tight lid on a trash can

The correct answer is: Pruning shrubs that may harbor pests

Sanitation practices are primarily focused on maintaining cleanliness and minimizing factors that attract or support pest infestations. The removal of food crumbs, keeping food stored securely in airtight containers, and ensuring trash cans are tightly lidded all contribute directly to reducing potential food sources and breeding grounds for pests. Pruning shrubs, while a best practice in pest management to reduce habitats for pests, does not directly fall under sanitation. It is more related to landscape maintenance and can impact pest populations, but it does not address cleanliness or the management of food sources in living areas. This distinction makes it clear why pruning shrubs is not categorized as a sanitation practice.