The Spring Seminar Final Class! |
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Tonight is the last night for the Spring Seminar!
Classes are $15 for members and $30 for non-members.
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Topic: Spotted Lantern Fly Update and Control
Speaker: Ed Van Istendal
THIS IS A TUESDAY CLASS MARCH 30TH
Credits:
PC - Private Category: 2 Credits
05 - Forest Pest Control: 2 Credits
06 - Ornamental and Shade Trees: 2 Credits
11 - Household/Health Related: 2 Credits
18 - Demonstration and Research: 2 Credits
23 - Park/School Pest Control: 2 Credits
Cost: $15 for members; $30 for non-members
To receive continuing education credits, attendees must be present for the entirety of the call and participate in questions asked by the moderator.
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Regular Monthly Classes Resume Next Week - April 8th |
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Topic: Termiticide Calculations & Product Label Review
Speaker: Brian Smith, Veseris
April 8, 2021 at 7 - 8:30
Credits:
00 - Core: 1 credit
12 - Wood Destroying Pests: 2 credits
18 - Demonstration and Research: 2 credits
Cost: $15 for members; $30 for non-members
To receive continuing education credits, attendees must be present for the entirety of the call and participate in questions asked by the moderator.
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Through the craziness of 2020, we were honored to be able to support the education pursuits of young people impacted by the pest management industry. We are excited to release the 2021 application.
The Salino Scholarships are awarded annually by the Pennsylvania Pest Management Association to high school students who are residents of Pennsylvania and who have been accepted as full time students at an accredited 4-year college or university, enrolled in a 2-year associated degree program leading to an Associate Degree and/or Bachelor’s Degree, or are enrolled in an accredited trade school. Applicants must be sponsored by a Pennsylvania Certified/Registered Applicator and/or an owner or employee of a pest control company which has maintained active membership in the PPMA for a minimum of 4 years and is currently an active member in good standing. Applicants must also meet two of the following requirements:
1. “B” high school grade average or GED equivalent;
2. minimum of 900 combined SAT score (critical reading and math scores only)
3. if now attending a college or trade school, a minimum of 2.8 cumulative college GPA.
This year the application will be online. Please share with the students that you know. Documentation and other application information are required. Previous winners are not eligible for a second award.
All entries must be received at the PPMA office by April 1, 2021 at midnight.
If you have any questions, please contact the PPMA office at 1-800-842-9090 or via email at cwright@versantstrategies.net.
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Legislative Days - PPMA Crew |
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March 16th and 17th was NPMA's Legislation Day 2021 in Virtual Format. The purpose of this day was to reach out to the members of the 117th Congress and share with them why the Pest Management Industry is an essential service and discuss why and how our industry are the protectors of public health, food and property.
These photos above show our PPMA crew hard at work representing Pennsylvania at the national level. Huge thanks to Marty Overline, Rob Byer and Eve Papas for speaking on behalf of PA’s pest control technicians.
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NPMA Back In Action 2021 Webinar Series |
Back to Bugs: Flies, Ants, and Spiders - April 23, 2021 from 1:00pm - 4:00pm ET
Big Picture Pest Control for Small Fly Problems
Uncontrollable Ants... Or are They?
Beyond the Brown Recluse: Managing Nuisance Spiders in Homes
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NPMA Industry Safety Summit |
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May 6-7, 2021 | Virtual Event
This workshop-style meeting will bring safety experts together with companies of all sizes to talk about safety in the pest management industry. Topics covered will include safe driving, pesticide safety, and tips on implementing a safety program in your business.
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Inaugural Tick Awareness Week May 10-16th |
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The Professional Pest Management Alliance (PPMA), which serves as the public outreach arm of the National Pest Management Association (NPMA), is calling on the industry to help educate consumers about the health threats posed by ticks during its inaugural Tick Awareness Week—recognized by Chase’s Calendar of Events—May 10-16, 2021. According to research recently released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), human cases of Lyme disease are more common in the U.S. than previously thought at an estimated 476,000 per year—a staggering 44% increase compared to the previous annual estimate of roughly 329,000.
“With Americans eager to finally get outdoors, it’s crucial for pest control companies to encourage public vigilance against ticks,” said Cindy Mannes, executive director of PPMA. “As we head into warmer months where tick populations are particularly prevalent, we encourage all pest control companies to join the cause to help educate consumers on the dangers associated with ticks and the steps they can take to ensure their property is properly protects to help safeguard themselves and their loved ones from tick-related health threats.”
PPMA will be dedicating all @PestWorld social media channels to sharing important tick information, facts, prevention tips and information about tickborne illnesses during Tick Awareness Week. Pest control companies can help further the cause by focusing their social media content on ticks throughout the week and using the hashtag #TickAwareness in all posts.
In recognition of its inaugural Tick Awareness Week, PPMA will also be unveiling an exciting new consumer campaign: TickTalk. The campaign will kick off during Tick Awareness Week with a comprehensive digital and media relations plan as well as a new microsite complete with never-before-seen photos and videos! PPMA also created an exclusive toolkit available for Mainframe subscribers to download on PPMAMainframe.org. The toolkit includes a customizable press release, suggested social media content, “Tick Talk” logos to be used as website badges, high-resolution photography and video content, and more.
For more information about PPMA, its marketing programs or how to get involved in supporting the professional pest control industry, please visit http://www.NPMApestworld.org/PPMA.
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PA811 Safety Day Virtual Conference 2021 |
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Pennsylvania One Call System, Inc. is taking its industry leading premier safety training event to a virtual platform for 2021. A complete program of 3 training tracks and an Exhibit room will be available for this entire event. The virtual venue allows sign on for the entire event as well as allowing targeted attendance for sessions of interest.
The training tracks will cover:
Track 1: A complete walk through of the construction process from design to complex project meeting prior to the dig date.
Track 2: Working through 811 including member services, tolerance zone training, Excavator obligation, Designer obligations, and Paradigm Pipeline Safety.
Track 3: Industry, public agencies, and compliance speakers including LTAP, PUC, working on curved roads, renting equipment and meeting 811 obligations, utilities cuts, and more.
Resource Room: Available all day. Sponsor information will run to allow you to discover contacts to help with your business needs.
An interactive learning game with prizes will close our day similar to our Live Safety Day. You won’t want to miss this! It is reinforcement for your day of safety learning. Remember there is no travel involved. We will do our best to give the look and feel of our hustle and bustle safety days in this live virtual event.
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Wolf Administration Reminds Pennsylvanians to Avoid Ticks |
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Harrisburg, PA – With the new spring season here, the Wolf Administration reminds Pennsylvania residents and visitors to avoid ticks by taking precautions when spending time outdoors as the weather warms.
“Spending time outdoors and participating in physical activity is a key part of living a healthy life,” said Pennsylvania Department of Health Acting Secretary Alison Beam. “While we encourage safe recreation, we must be aware of ticks and the serious diseases they carry. As Lyme disease and related tick-borne diseases become more prevalent in Pennsylvania, it is important to protect yourself when spending time outdoors.”
Blacklegged ticks, also known as deer ticks, are the most common carrier of Lyme disease and Anaplasmosis. Ticks typically thrive in tall grass, brush, and wooded areas, but deer ticks have been found in every county in the commonwealth and can live in any habitat.
Common signs of a tick disease include fever, headache, chills, and muscle aches. Lyme disease is often characterized by a bullseye-like rash, although Lyme disease may not always present itself with this obvious sign. If you believe you have been bitten by a tick, it is important to speak to a doctor immediately.
Ticks are most likely to infect humans during the late spring and summer but can also infect humans year-round.
“As climate change continues to warm our winters, we’re seeing higher tick populations surviving months that used to be too cold to survive,” said Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection Secretary Patrick McDonnell. “As the number of ticks continues to rise, so do the odds of tick-borne disease transmission. We must remain diligent – both in protecting ourselves from bites, but also in seeking long-term solutions to address climate change.”
The Wolf Administration reminds Pennsylvania residents and visitors of simple ways to reduce their chances of being bitten by ticks:
• Cover exposed skin with lightweight and light-colored clothing
• Avoid tick-infested habitats such as areas dense with shrubbery or tall grass
• Use an insect repellent containing 20 percent or more DEET
• Once returning home, immediately check yourself, children, and pets for ticks
• Take a shower immediately to remove ticks that may be attached to skin
• If possible, dry clothing and gear in a dryer to kill any ticks
“Whether visiting one of our 121 state parks, hiking our more than 2.2 million acres of state forestland, or enjoying your own backyard, we must be cognizant of our surroundings,” said Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Secretary Cindy Dunn. “Proper personal care and actions can keep us safe while enjoying the outdoors.”
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We want to hear from you! |
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Do you have any news about your business? Anything to brag about? We would love to share stories about our members. Feel free to send those to Bridget at bcole@versantstrategies.net so we can all learn more about each other! |
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Kids grade K through 8 might want to check out Pest World for Kids! There are ebooks, crafts, games and more to educate and entice a young learner, especially the kids that love creepy crawlies! Check it out now!
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