Cockroach in the House on Shabbat
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Question
If a cockroach comes into the house on Shabbat and the man and children are afraid, what is permitted to do in order to kill it or remove it from the house?
Answer
Shalom Rav,
It is forbidden to kill a living creature on Shabbat unless it is causing significant harm.
It is forbidden to move it with your hands because it is muktze.
However, it is permitted to remove it from the house by indirect handling, such as with a broom.
Source
Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim, Siman 316, Se'if 7, and Mishnah Berurah, Se'if Katan 27.
Shulchan Aruch, Siman 308, Se'if 40.