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03 August 2020
Going digital: The future of BPCA forums
YOUR ASSOCIATION | PPC100 August 2020
Over time, BPCA Forums have evolved from small member meetings in an evening, to regularly seeing audiences of over 80, exhibitor tables, a full morning of speakers and a calendar of at l.... More
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03 August 2020
Infographic: Who runs BPCA? New committees and groups
YOUR ASSOCIATION | PPC100 August 2020
We’ve put together this useful organisation chart so you can understand how BPCA works. You may even spot an area of the Association you’d like to volunteer your time in.
SPEED.... More
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03 August 2020
First outstanding CPD Assignment certificate
ON ASSIGNMENT | PPC100 August 2020
In May this year, BPCA released the first in a series of new downloadable CPD assignments, giving pest controllers the opportunity to research and write about a topic in order to earn valuable CPD poi.... More
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29 July 2020
Call for BPCA members to join waste tracking user panel
The four UK governments and environment agencies are working together on a project to develop a UK-wide electronic waste tracking service to capture information on the movement of non-hazardous, hazardous and international shipments of green lis.... More
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24 July 2020
New website for International Conference on Urban Pests
A new permanent website for the International Conference on Urban Pests (ICUP) has been unveiled and includes free access to all previous ICUP papers and posters.
The new site has been unveiled by the Executive Committee of.... More
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24 July 2020
Free rodenticide resistance testing service resumes: Appeal to pest controllers for samples
Free DNA testing for rodenticide resistance in rats and mice has resumed with the Campaign for Responsible Rodenticide Use.
Chairman Dr Alan Buckle calls for tail samples of freshly killed rats and mice from pest controllers, farmers.... More
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23 July 2020
Level 2 Award in Pest Management returns to Yarnfield following Covid-19 lockdown
The announcement in March that the country would lock down to slow the spread of Covid-19 meant that BPCA’s most popular residential training course was postponed until further notice.
Following the lifting of these Covid-19.... More
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21 July 2020
Pelsis announce launch of new rodent monitoring product
BPCA member Pelsis have launched a new remote rodent monitoring system for pest control professionals.
The TrapMe remote rodent monitoring system combines a trap with built in remote monitoring functionality and, accor.... More
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16 July 2020
New Health and Safety at Work Act CPD assignment for pest professionals
BPCA has issued a new downloadable assignment on the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, to help pest professionals keep up with their continuing professional development (CPD).
The CPD assignments are designed for those working.... More
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15 July 2020
VIDEO: Social media and blogging for pest management companies
Learning how blogging and social media can allow you to promote your business, share news stories and engage with other pest controllers.
In this video, Scott discusses how to create an integrated social media strategy and privacy laws that.... More
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09 July 2020
New Treatment Report template for BPCA members
A new Treatment Report template, for BPCA members and their employees to use, has been uploaded to the Member Documents Area and the BPCA PrintShop (login required).
Available to BPCA members only, the new template.... More
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09 July 2020
BPCA helps put auditors straight on insecticide usage requirements for public health pest management
BPCA has had reports of auditors asking pest professionals for Pa1 Pa6 pesticide training certificates.
The use of insecticides for public health pests does not require the user to have Pa1 Pa6 pesticide training and therefore a NRoSO.... More
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08 July 2020
Warning to pest controllers after van containing pesticides stolen
Following the theft of highly toxic aluminium phosphide-based chemicals from a van in Manchester, BPCA urges technicians to be careful about leaving pesticides unattended in vehicles.
Police have launched a major investigat.... More
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06 July 2020
Bubonic plague case confirmed in China
A new case of Bubonic plague was confirmed in China this week (6 July 2020) and, given everything that's happening across the globe with Covid-19, people are understandably worried.
However, modern medicine is quite the marvel and it's im.... More
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06 July 2020
PelGar's Church Farm operations to end
BPCA member PelGar will cease all pest control training and R&D activity at Church Farm training center in November this year.
PelGar has made the decision to move all R&D operations in-house and cease physical training c.... More
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01 July 2020
UPDATED: BPCA annual general meeting goes virtual
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, BPCA had to cancel the 2020 annual general meeting (AGM) that had been scheduled for 2 April.
After seeking legal advice, we can now confirm we’ll be holding an all-digital, online AGM where eligibl.... More
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01 July 2020
Look forward to PestEx 2021 - registration now open
After a challenging year for pest management, BPCA is pleased to announce registration for PestEx 2021 is now open.
With the London ExCeL confirming that they intend to be running full scale within the next few months, we can say.... More
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30 June 2020
Open letter to Natural England: Individual licences for gull control in England, this year and beyond
Today, BPCA has written to Dave Slater, the Director for wildlife licensing at Natural England regarding the future of individual licences for gull control.
The letter expresses our disappointment at the current state of li.... More
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26 June 2020
Identify the differences between wasps, hornets, bees and more
Not everything that buzzes is a pest!
Everything that buzzes around your garden is potentially a pollinator. These fascinating insects are incredibly useful; not just in the garden, but also in agriculture, with many crops dependent on poll.... More
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24 June 2020
New stored products insects and fly management courses added to BPCA online classroom
BPCA has announced two new taught online classroom courses. Led by industry experts, the new courses are delivered via live presentations over Zoom.
Stored Product Insects (SPIs) in Food Environments and Flies and their control join t.... More
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23 June 2020
Industry body releases Covid-19 working at height guidance
The Ladder Association has released new guidance on the importance of health and safety while using ladders during the pandemic.
Working at height has always involved an element of risk, which is why it is so important that.... More
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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
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22 June 2020
BPCA PrintShop gets an upgrade
BPCA's popular PrintShop member benefit has been given an upgrade, to provide a more functional and user-friendly experience.
Using print materials can help you engage with customers, raise the profile of your business and.... More
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19 June 2020
VIDEO: Professional wasps and bees: biology, behaviour and control
In this video, Natalie discusses how understanding the biology and behaviours of wasps, hornets and bees can help to identify the most effective method of control
This video is intended for those working in the pest management sector.
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19 June 2020
Six general licences re-issued by Defra for the control of wild birds
Defra has announced that six general licences for the control of wild birds will be reissued on a temporary basis ahead of new licences coming into force on 1 January 2021.
The current licences GL26, GL28, GL31, GL34, G.... More
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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
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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
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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
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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
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09 June 2020
New employee consultation toolbox talk released for members
A new Health and Safety Employee Consultation toolbox talk template, for BPCA members and their employees to use, has been uploaded to the Member Documents Area (login required).
Available to BPCA members only, th.... More
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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20 May 2020
BPCA launches new online course for pest identification
BPCA is delivering more specialist pest control training via its new virtual classroom. Principles of Pest Identification will premiere live on the 18 June 2020 between 10am and 4pm.
Principles of Pest Identification joins Unders.... More
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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15 May 2020
Pest breeding cycles: counting the pests thriving in your business during lockdown
When many hospitality and retail businesses were forced to close several weeks ago, some chose not to continue with routine pest management contracts during the lockdown.
BPCA warned this wouldn't work and that pest populations would t.... More
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15 May 2020
VIDEO: Ant control for pest professionals
In this video, Natalie discusses how to identify sources of ant infestations and methods of control available to pest technicians.
This video is intended for those working in the pest management sector.
Information correct at the time.... More
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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
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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
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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.
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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
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01 May 2020
Pest controller to feature in Top Trumps deck of UK essential workers
A brand new edition of Top Trumps is honouring Covid 19 key workers.
Pest controllers will feature alongside doctors, nurses, sea merchants, journalists and partners of key workers in the new deck.
One of the fo.... More