Bandicoot Rat

The Bandicoot rat is a giant rat of southern Asia and can be up to 40cm long, including the tail. Bandicoot rats pose a significant health risk to humans, both adults and babies, as well as to our pets.
The spread of many common diseases, such as Salmonella, Weil's disease, E.coli and TB, is attributed to Bandicoot rats. They also carry fleas, mites and ticks and can cause acute allergic reactions.

Business Consequences

• Alarm - immediate loss of trust from customers and employees especially in food processing, industrial & manufacturing and food & beverage sectors.
• Damage - of goods and equipment such as computers, electrical appliances, wires and pipes in offices and business premises.
• Losses - infestations may cause product recalls and loss of contracts which can lead to financial loss and bad company reputation.
• Legal - failure to comply with legislation could lead to business closure or fines.