An examination of rodent behavior and biology. A review of rodent-borne diseases, history of pathogen transmission and precautions for pest control professionals. This was followed by an analysis of integrated pest management, a study of formulations and a reinforcement of label interpretation, proper handling of...
We examined the use and maintenance of hand-held sprayers, dusters, bait systems and ULV equipment. We went over choosing the right formulation for particular equipment, how to calibrate, how to limit non-target exposure and how to avoid drift and contamination. Finally, we reviewed the proper...
Biology and identification of fleas, diseases associated with fleas, control methods and product review. The second part examined the most common occasional invaders, their control, outdoor perimeter treatment techniques and product review. Presented by Dave Poling (Whitmire/Micro-gen) March 25, 1998...
This workshop stressed non-chemical treatment options. Presented by Mike Goldstein (Woodstream) October 15, 1997...
A review of termite and carpenter ant biology, habits and colony development. Ways of identifying damage and levels of infestation. An examination of various control methods (mechanical, chemical, baits, moisture control, physical barriers). How to perform a proper inspection. Presented by Ed Szymanski (FMC) May 14, 1997...
Presented by Craig Martelle (Atlantic Paste) February 5, 1997...
Presented by Derek Amoroso (Bell Labs) October 23, 1996...
A program on flying insect identification (life cycles, breeding habits), fly management strategies (sanitation, exclusion, mechanical control, chemical control) and a thorough review of case studies involving small flies, filth flies and nuisance flies. Presented by Dave Poling (Whitmire/Micro-gen) June 5, 1996...
At the time, federal law required pest management professionals to receive certifiable training every two years in hazardous materials management. The NPCA-1 Form became the new accepted form for performing termite inspections. Presented by Steve Walsh March 13, 1996...
It's very common for pest management specialists to encounter three main symptoms when dealing with the general public: Entomophobia (fear of insects), Chemophobia (fear of chemicals) and Delusional Parasitosis (the belief that insects are present where none exist). These are conditions a pest control specialist...