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04 May 2018
THE LOWDOWN: Level 2 Pest Control Technician Apprenticeship
In May 2015 a group of 14 companies, large and small, approached BPCA for help to create an apprenticeship for pest control technicians. Three years on, Karen Dawes, wraps up where we came from, and where we’re at. . More
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15 March 2017
The New BPCA Certificate of Pest Control Compliance is awarded to café
Targeted at commercial clients, the editable document demonstrates due diligence to customer safety and features the contact details of the servicing pest control company, with reference to their BPCA membership.
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11 December 2023
The pest that could point to problems with damp
A harmless pest could indicate damp problems in the home that may need attention, according to pest experts at a national trade body.. More
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26 November 2020
The power of print for pest management companies
We asked Andrew Pearce to assess how he thinks print can promote your pest control company.. More
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07 March 2019
The practical implications of bed bug biology and behaviour
When it comes to bed bugs, the more you know, the more effective you’ll be at treating an infestation, Dr Jette Knudsen, a researcher from Nattaro Labs, Sweden shares her detailed insights into bed bug behaviour and biology, so you too can join the bed bug club. . More
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06 September 2017
The product standards for portable ladders are changing
The British and European standard that covers all types of portable ladder has had a significant revision that all pest management professionals should be aware of. . More
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27 November 2020
The risk of zoonotic disease in pest control environments
Anyone who works around animals has an increased risk of picking up a nasty zoonotic disease. It’s up to us to be able to protect ourselves, our clients and our clients’ clients from the diseases pest species can transmit.. More
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12 May 2021
The science of smell: exploiting bed bug biology with pheromones
Dr Laura Tugwell and Dr Victor Brugman, from Vecotech Ltd, share insights into the technical processes and cutting-edge chemical ecology techniques behind the development of their new, research-led bed bug lure, BugScentsTM.. More
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16 January 2019
The Spring Traps Approval (Scotland) amendment order 2018
BPCA can confirm that the Spring Traps Approval (Scotland) Amendment Order 2018 laid before the Scottish Parliament is now in force as of 3 January 2019.. More
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13 November 2019
The trust equation
BPCA President Phil Halpin gives us his usual foreword wrapping; this time its all about the trust equation and engagement.. More
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05 August 2020
The UK pest landscape and the quiet revolution
In our 100th edition of PPC, regular contributor Clive Boase reviews how far the pest management industry has come since PPC first launched and, critically, where he thinks the industry might be in another 25 years. . More
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30 August 2018
The ultimate bird control netting guide
With an extensive choice of bird control and proofing products available, there are many factors to take into consideration when selecting the most suitable netting products for the job.. More
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30 August 2018
The value of family-run pest management companies
Professor Claire Seaman investigates the value of being a family-run pest control company.. More
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01 November 2022
The wonder of rats - the incredible and sometimes disgusting things they do
Alex Wade from Wade Environmental delves into some of the incredible (and sometimes disgusting) things rats can do. . More
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22 August 2019
Things that sting: insect venom and allergies
Dr Andrew Whyte, Consultant Allergist and Immunologist at Derriford Hospital, gives BPCA members a lesson in insect venom.. More
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26 February 2024
Think outside the box: tackling bait box avoidance in rodents
For pest professionals, it’s time to think outside of the bait box when it comes to rodent control. In PPC114, Laurence Barnard from BASF explains how.. More
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23 January 2023
Think twice before tackling winter rats, says trade body
Experts at British Pest Control Association (BPCA) are advising householders to think twice before attempting DIY measures to control rats.. More
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21 March 2022
Thousands of connections in London as PestEx returns
After a longer than usual wait, pest professionals from all over the world came together last week as PestEx finally returned to the ExCeL in London.. More
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28 August 2020
Three BPCA life memberships awarded at the 2020 AGM
Frances McKim, Helen Riby and Jonathan Wade were all recipients of the prestigious life membership during the first ever Digital AGM on 27 August. . More
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31 May 2022
Three decades in wildlife management
At PestEx in March, Paul Butt gave a seminar on his experience working in the pest control field, with a focus on the highs, the lows and some examples of cases he worked on.. More
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21 March 2018
Ticking the box - the value of maintenance cycles for effective pest control
A pest management maintenance cycle plays a significant role in health and safety, well-being, and upholding the reputation of a business. Find out how to implement a robust pest control maintenance cycle. . More
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05 June 2024
Time for action
Help us end the DISEASE, DESTRUCTION and DISTRESS caused by pests. . More
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26 June 2024
Tiny insects in food are world’s most expensive pest
PRESS RELEASE SPIs like moths and beetles infesting cereals, grains, and rice are the world’s costliest pests, causing billions in annual losses for businesses according to BPCA experts urging quick action from consumers.. More
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07 December 2018
Tiny pests in and around the home
Tiny insects which may be living in British homes and eating your client’s clothes, furniture, books and even the house itself. Entomologist, David Pinniger, shares with us some of the small but mighty pests you should keep an eye out for. . More
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27 November 2023
Tired of the rat race: Selling your pest control company
In PPC113 Henry Mott, Mergers and Acquisition Director at Vergo UK, guides pest control business owners through successful company sales.. More