These small areas can harbor infestations since SPI's are so small and can survive on a small amount of food. A thorough cleaning will help prevent insect infestations. Another aspect of sanitation that can aid in infestation prevention is trash removal. Emptying the trash can daily is a simple way to prevent pest problems. Inspection is another tool that can be used to manage insect populations and prevent infestations.
Inspection simply means to take a close look.
Take a close look at any items that might be subject to insect infestations. Stored product insects can also infest nonfood products such as dried flowers. All such items should be inspected. A thorough inspection of the storage areas should also be completed because hidden infestations could be found in those areas. Monitoring is the third way to prevent and locate outbreaks.