Fumigation can be a tricky process even for a veteran pest professional, not only in preparation, application and clean-up, but also from a respiratory safety perspective. Personal protection is often a must — but how can you minimise the risks and maximise your breathing safety?
Mark Sheppard from Pest Education Services & Training looks at the history of fumigation and outlines the key points to consider when planning a fumigation job.
Those in Victoria looking for high quality training in pest management should look no further than Melbourne Polytechnic.
New online pest management training courses are available from WWLearn.
The Open Training and Education Network (OTEN) provides courses in pest management that are suited to today’s challenges and demands.
The creation of a new wasp bait, Vespex, looks set to tackle the growing Vespula problem both in Australia and New Zealand.
A closer look at two of the winners from the 2015 Pest Manager of the Year Awards.
Shane Clarke, inventor of the Dogwall, has trained Cocker Spaniels to become an elite force in the detection of pests.
HomeGuard termite system from FMC is a physical and chemical barrier to prevent the ingress of termites.
Andrea Proctor from Spinifex Communications International explains the route customers take to find your business online.
The drumMUSTER and ChemClear programs continue to make it easy for users of pesticides to meet their quality assurance obligations.
Taking care of respiratory equipment and PPE ensures you and your team stay safe on the job.