MIL-STD-904 Detection, Identification, And Prevention Of Pest Infestation Of SubsistenceThis standard describes a set of practices that enable DOD personnel to effectively detect and prevent the infestation of contamination of subsistence items from exposure to insects, rodents, birds, or other animals and to reduce the impact of infestation or contamination. These practices can be used to prevent, detect, and evaluate damage to subsistence items. The practices described in this standard delineate inspection procedures, evidence collection techniques and equipment, sampling methods, and disposition procedures.

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MIL-STD 904C

bring an intensive light source, magnifier, black lights, note, pen, disposable gloves, sample container and permanent marker for collecting samples.

Inspections shall be performed as follows:

a. Warehouse windows shall be checked for flying insects.

b. Floors, walls, and pallets shall be examined for insects, both live and dead, or their evidence, such as silks and frass that have emerged from subsistence items. Insect harborages, and food sources such as spilled foods, trash, surplus wood pallets and packing materials shall be checked.

c. Insect pheromone traps shall be utilized in the surveillance program where practical. d. Sacked and boxed farinaceous items shall be checked around the end seals and

stitching.

e. Grain-based rodent bait boxes shall be checked for infestation.

f. Insect bait stations/pheromone traps/light traps shall be monitored by pest management personnel, in accordance with the Pest Management Program.

g. If insects are discovered, specimens shall be collected and prepared in accordance with paragraph 5.1.2.3.

5.3.3 Detection of rodents in storage areas. Storage areas shall be monitored for signs of rodent infestation, such as: droppings (size and age); runways (along walls, steps, and rafters); rub marks (fresh or aged); burrows (fresh or old); gnawing (recent or weathered); and tracks (sharp and distinct or dust covered). Blacklights shall be utilized to detect the presence of urine strains or feces.

5.3.4 Detection of birds in storage areas. Storage areas shall be monitored for signs of bird infestation, such as droppings, feathers, and nesting materials. Even if birds are not seen, the topmost stacks of subsistence shall be routinely inspected for bird droppings.

5.3.5 Detection of other animals in storage areas. Signs of the presence of other animals in a subsistence warehouse include seeing the animals, or finding droppings, hair, or damaged products. The animals shall be located and removed by the appropriate animal control activity. Potential animal entrances shall be located and sealed.

5.4 Procedures following detection of infestation/contamination of Government-owned subsistence. When infested/contaminated Government-owned subsistence is detected, the procedures of warranty action in paragraphs 5.4.1 through 5.4.4 shall be followed.