22 June 2020

Ramps UK urges halting of in-transit fumigation practices

The Register of Accredited Metallic Phosphide Standards (Ramps) UK has issued a warning regarding in-transit fumigation, following talks with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).  Metallic phosphides are widely used as a biocid.... More

17 June 2020

University of Reading's Vertebrate Pests Unit to close due to Covid-19

Rodenticide resistance testing is set to end at the University of Reading, as Covid-19 sees the institution make the tough financial decision to close its Vertebrate Pests Unit (VPU). The announcement also means that two research.... More

15 June 2020

PestWest release new smart flying insect control system

PestWest has launched flyDetect®, a new remote monitoring pest management system for fly control, following a successful field test at a Sheffield hospital. Part of the Killgerm Group, PestWest specialises in flying insect co.... More

11 June 2020

HSE warning over KN95 face masks

Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has issued a warning about the inadequate levels of protection provided by a substantial number of face masks, claiming to be of KN95 standards. According to HSE these masks, sometimes referred t.... More

11 June 2020

CHSA warns of shortage of cleaning, hygiene and PPE supply

The Cleaning and Hygiene Suppliers Association (CHSA) has warned Covid-19 will have a further impact on the cleaning, hygiene and PPE supply chain. In an bulletin dated 10 June 2020, CHSA said: “Supply-side shortages i.... More

06 June 2020

VIDEO: Proud to protect - World Pest Day 2020

BPCA has released a video in celebration of World Pest Day 2020. The short video entitled “Proud to protect” features several BPCA members and people from the BPCA Staff team speaking about what they do to help protect public he.... More

05 June 2020

Rodenticide resistance testing halted by lab closure

Testing for rodenticide resistance in rats and mice has been suspended due to coronavirus-related closure of the laboratory where DNA analysis was being done. Funded by the Campaign for Responsible Rodenticide Use, this annual surveil.... More

05 June 2020

Global Pest Management Coalition celebrates World Pest Day 2020

To celebrate World Pest Day 2020, the Global Pest Management Coalition has put together a video with associations from around the world, speaking to the value of the pest management industry as an essential service, protecting public health.... More

03 June 2020

Becoming pest ready: guidance for businesses reopening after Covid-19 lockdown

As businesses prepare to reopen following lockdown, BPCA has produced a guidance document to help them determine whether they are pest-free, compliant and ready to serve the public.   One of the biggest threats that many clo.... More

03 June 2020

New themed digital networking events for BPCA member employees

BPCA is running hour-long virtual networking events for BPCA members who want to connect with each other on subjects that matter to them. Member Huddle will be a hosted meeting on Zoom facilitated by a member of the BPCA Staff team. Hu.... More

01 June 2020

Changes at CEPA detailed in 2019 annual report

The CEPA 2019 Annual Report has been published, providing an overview of CEPA's progress last year. In a busy year for the organisation, CEPA has released its Memorandum of Understanding and changed from being a confederation to an ass.... More

27 May 2020

New behavioural resistance CPD assignment for pest professionals

BPCA has issued a new downloadable assignment on behavioural resistance, to help pest professionals keep up with their continuing professional development (CPD). The CPD assignments are designed for those working in pest control.... More

26 May 2020

Coronavirus and bed bugs: how hotels can protect guests after lockdown

New BPCA member Spotta says that the damage from Covid-19 to hotels may not be over once the Government greenlights a return to travel. Dormant bed bugs will live around a year without feeding, waiting for hotel guests to return..... More

20 May 2020

Remote point of sale audits boost rodenticide review readiness

Audits to drive out illegal supply of rodenticides taking place remotely amid Covid-19, ahead of an imminent review by HSE of the UK's rodenticide stewardship regime, which may determine future availability of toxic rodent control products. .... More

19 May 2020

Ficam W: sell-out deadline for pest control product approaching

BPCA member Bayer is reminding pest professionals that the sell-out date and use-up period for insecticide Ficam W is approaching.   Back in December, Bayer announced that Ficam W is to be removed from the market, following a vote.... More

18 May 2020

Becoming Covid-19 secure: guidance for pest management companies

In light of recent government announcements regarding the reopening of many businesses and an easing of lockdown restrictions, BPCA has put together some guidance for pest management companies. Using the government.... More

15 May 2020

Tools for the Covid-19 secure pest management company

BPCA has teamed up with print provider Stirland Paterson, to give our members access to Covid-19 health and safety back-to-work signage. The signage includes social distancing graphics, hygiene advice, and rules for keeping staff.... More

06 May 2020

Health and safety: returning to work after lockdown

The government may announce an end to some of the lockdown restrictions this Sunday (10 May 2020). This will mean some businesses which had closed could be encouraged to reopen. It's good to be prepared, so BPCA technical and compliance officer.... More

05 May 2020

Natural England begins issuing individual licence decisions

Natural England has now started contacting pest professionals in relation to applications for individual bird control licences. An update issued recently by the public body suggested that the number of applications received.... More

05 May 2020

Why wasps sting

There's not a lot of love for wasps out there and it's not hard to see why. Their erratic behaviour and threatening presence can ruin many a beer garden or picnic.  But wasps are not just an annoyance - they're a public health pest. .... More

04 May 2020

GET INVOLVED: Proud to protect video for World Pest Day - win pest control goodies

For World Pest Day this year (6 June), BPCA want to produce a video about the brilliant work members do to protect public health and safety. And we need members help!  We’d like you to record a 20-second video of yours.... More

30 April 2020

PPC99 out now

Professional pest controller magazine issue 99 is out now and available to read online for free. The magazine can be read online or downloaded as a PDF  or you can join our Affiliate Scheme and request a hard c.... More

30 April 2020

INFOGRAPHIC: Covid-19 impact survey results

Health, safety and business| PPC99 May 2020 BPCA surveyed pest professionals on the impact Covid-19 is having on the sector. Over 900 people answered the survey. Here are the initial findings. . More

30 April 2020

Keep rats out of the attic: mental health resilience for pest pros

Health | PPC99 May 2020 We all know that we have to look after our physical health when we’re working, but how often do we stop and think about our mental wellbeing? BPCA Marketing and Communications Officer, Kat Shaw.... More

30 April 2020

Meet the members: Rising to the challenge

Membership| PPC99 May 2020 PPC talked to the membership at large, about the proactive steps taken to meet the Covid-19 crisis head-on. Your responses are still coming in, but here are a just a few collated at the time of publicati.... More

30 April 2020

Floods! Work study and opportunities for pest professionals

Technical | PPC99 May 2020 Back in January and February much of the UK was underwater. Homes, businesses and public spaces were flooded, bringing with them a wave of pest-related issues. BPCA member, Killgerm, has produced a hand.... More

30 April 2020

I wish I could fly! Pest control surveys with drones

Business feature | PPC99 May 2020 We asked PPC Live speaker, and drone pilot, Clark Smith-Stanley from Profile Drone Services to give us an insight into what it is to fly drones for commercial survey work.  Drones.... More

30 April 2020

Sharps! Needlestick injury awareness for pest professionals

Health and Safety | PPC99 May 2020 Katie Martinelli from High Speed Training talks us through mitigating the risks of needle stick injuries when carrying out pest management work. Around 100,000 needlestick injuries are.... More

30 April 2020

Friendwatch: Water voles

Technical | PPC99 May 2020 The water vole population in the UK has fallen dramatically since the 1960s, from around eight million to the most recent estimate, from the People’s Trust for Endangered Species, of 875,000. .... More

30 April 2020

Member benefit in focus: Find a pest controller

Membership | PPC99 May 2020 Rated as the second-best member benefit, beaten only by the BPCA logo and the doors it opens, our Find a pest controller tool is trusted across the country. The tool has changed a lot over the.... More

30 April 2020

Dear CPD Diary

Training | PPC99 May 2020 In this article, we asked our BPCA Registered team to provide some continuing professional development inspiration for pest professionals. BPCA Registered has been up and running for.... More

30 April 2020

Learn to fight pests in cyber space

Training | PPC99 May 2020 BPCA is no stranger to digital pest management training. With award-winning eLearning, free online webinars and now digital pest forums, we asked BPCA Training Manager, Karen Dawes, what’s next.... More

30 April 2020

Free overdue invoice reminder support for businesses

Debt recovery specialists Direct Route are offering an invoice reminder service for the price of a £1 donation to the NHS, to help pest management companies keep cash flow steady during the pandemic.  These are difficult ti.... More

29 April 2020

New legal helpline and video calls for BPCA members

BPCA has teamed up with top law firm Shakespeare Martineau to offer a free legal helpline and video chats for members who are concerned about the impact of Covid-19 on their business. Shakespeare Martineau, said: “Coro.... More

28 April 2020

SURVEY: Bayer on wasp control

BPCA member Bayer are looking for pest management professionals to complete their survey on wasp control.  Wasp season is upon us, as the queens have begun 'waking' and seeking out spots to build their nests.  Soon, pes.... More

24 April 2020

Covid-19 testing for key workers

On 23 April the UK government announced that key workers who are showing symptoms of Covid-19 will be eligible to apply for a test. The test will enable essential workers to find out whether they have the virus, meaning.... More

23 April 2020

BPCA releases CPD assignments for pest professionals

To give pest professionals a new way to keep up with their continuing professional development (CPD), BPCA is now issuing downloadable CPD assignments. Karen Dawes, BPCA Training manager, said: “Conducting research and comp.... More

22 April 2020

HSE issues workplace social distancing warning

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has warned employers it will hand out enforcement notices to those who do not comply with the two-metre social distancing rule in workplaces that remain open during the coronavirus outbreak. .... More

22 April 2020

Natural England: Update on individual licences for the control of gulls

Natural England has issued an update ahead of issuing individual bird control licences this month, with suggestions that the number of applications exceeds the level of lethal control allowed while still maintaining conservation of these sp.... More

21 April 2020

GVS talk RPE for pest professionals and Covid-19

Since a pandemic was declared in early 2020, GVS, the Anglo-Italian filtration specialist, has been playing their part in the battle against Covid-19. Danny Barr, one of GVS' UK RPE specialists, talked us through the work GVS has been.... More

20 April 2020

Surge in pest activity in Covid-19 shutdown

PRESS RELEASE British Pest Control Association (BPCA) is keeping a watching brief on pest issues after a survey revealed a significant spike in rat and mice activity in the Covid-19 pandemic. 51% of pest professionals polled by B.... More

14 April 2020

Dealey's Martin Cobbald appears on Leaders Council podcast

The Leaders Council of Great Britain and Northern Ireland invited Martin Cobbald, from BPCA member company Dealey, onto an episode of their podcast to talk about leadership qualities.  The podcast features leadersh.... More

14 April 2020

Scottish Natural Heritage: gull licence process reminder

Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) are urging pest controllers to double check they're sending the correct information when applying for licences for gull control, in order for applications to be processed without delays. At th.... More

13 April 2020

Key worker status confirmed by UK government

Pest management has been confirmed as an essential sector during the Covid-19 pandemic by George Eustice, Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra). According to Defra, pest management is covered in the key worker l.... More

09 April 2020

Metex Nordisk Rat Blocker Achieves WRc Approval

BPCA Manufacturing and Distributor members, Metex, were given approval by the Water Research Centre (WRc) for their drain proofing product, the Nordisk Rat Blocker. The Water Industry within the UK recognise the WRc as a ben.... More

06 April 2020

Pest professionals: continue to go to work if it's safe, says Gove to BPCA

Today (6 April 2020), the UK Government confirmed that pest management professionals can continue to go to work when it's safe to do so. BPCA wrote to Government ministers, asking for pest management professionals to be considered ess.... More

03 April 2020

Make Covid-19 Small Business Grant Fund work for pest companies, says BPCA to Chancellor

Today (3 April 2020), BPCA has written to the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rishi Sunak MP, asking him to make the Small Business Grant Fund work for our sector.  The Small Business Grant Fund requires a business to be regist.... More

03 April 2020

CEPA Covid-19 Open letter: Pest management is essential

CEPA has published an open letter, citing pest management as an essential industry for protecting key workers and calling for it to be recognised as such.  CEPA Open Letter: With the Covid-19 crisis forcing many industries into s.... More

02 April 2020

Anne Godfrey to leave Chartered Institute of Environmental Health

The Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) has today announced that Anne Godfrey is to leave the membership body following four successful years as Chief Executive. Anne supported BPCA with several projects including helping to.... More

01 April 2020

BPCA hit the airwaves on LBC radio show

Yesterday (31 March) our campaign to make councils reconsider reducing bin collections featured on LBC radio.  LBC, which stands for 'Leading Britain's Conversation', has more than 2 and a half million listeners each week.&n.... More