Maintaining a bird-free commercial environment is essential for preserving cleanliness, preventing property damage, and ensuring the safety of occupants. One effective strategy to achieve this is by enhancing door discipline to deter birds from entering the premises. Here are three actionable methods to improve door discipline in commercial spaces:
- Install Automatic Doors
Automatic doors minimize the time entrances remain open, reducing opportunities for birds to enter. By promptly closing after use, these doors act as a barrier against avian intruders. Additionally, automatic doors equipped with sensors can detect approaching individuals, ensuring seamless operation without manual intervention. This not only enhances security but also contributes to energy efficiency by maintaining indoor climate control.
- Ensure Your Doors Are in Working Condition
The vast majority of bird entries are through open doors. Ensure that all doors close properly and address any issues with automatic doors. Train your staff to keep doors shut when not in use, including entry, side, receiving, roll-up, and dock doors. Remember, even a tractor-trailer parked against a receiving door doesn’t fully block bird access, as birds can slip through surprisingly small gaps. A real-world example of this occurred when Meridian removed a grackle that took advantage of a broken door—highlighting the importance of proactive door maintenance to prevent bird intrusions.
- Establish Staff Training Programs
Educating staff about the importance of door discipline is crucial in maintaining a bird-free environment. Training programs should emphasize:
✔️Promptly Closing Doors: Encourage employees to ensure doors are not left open unnecessarily, especially during deliveries or when moving equipment. Follow all of the tips in our Close Your Doors Checklist.
✔️Monitoring Entrances: Assign personnel to monitor entrances during peak hours to prevent birds from sneaking in. This includes making sure to Close Your Doors & Windows.
✔️Reporting Sightings: Implement a protocol for staff to report any bird sightings within the premises promptly, allowing for swift action to remove the intruders.
By fostering a culture of awareness and responsibility, businesses can significantly reduce the risk of bird infestations.
Implementing these strategies in conjunction with improved door discipline ensures a holistic approach to bird control in commercial spaces.
Maintaining strict door discipline is a vital aspect of bird control in commercial environments. By installing automatic doors, ensuring doors are in working condition, and establishing comprehensive staff training programs, businesses can effectively deter birds from entering their premises. Coupled with additional preventive measures, these strategies contribute to a safe, clean, and bird-free commercial space.