Dublin Business Hit with Closure Order Due to Rodent Droppings

Dublin business hit with closure order due to rodent droppings

The Food Safety Authority of Ireland served five closure orders on food businesses last month for breaches of food safety legislation, including pest control issues

The hidden risk of vacuuming rodent droppings at the cottage

Opening a seasonal home after winter can expose you to Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS) from deer mice. Avoid dry sweeping, which aerosolizes the virus; instead, ventilate the space and use a wet-cleaning method with a bleach solution. Wearing an N95 respirator and disposable gloves is crucial for preventing infection, as HPS has a high mortality rate and no cure.