Know your Foe The European Rabbit This time of year with the arrival of spring (at last) you get an increase in the numbers of rabbits that encourage people to pick up the phone and ask for quotes to control their numbers. People often perceive the rabbit population to have just suddenly exploded. By the…
NPTA Becomes a Pest Minds Charter Signatory The National Pest Technicians Association (NPTA) is proud to announce that we have officially become a Pest Minds Charter Signatory, recognising our commitment to promoting mental health and wellbeing across the pest management industry. Mental health is an issue that touches every corner of our profession. Pest professionals…
Killgerm Group Announce New Leadership Structure Killgerm Group announce a change to the leadership structure of the Group. Rupert Broome has been announced as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for Killgerm Group. At the same time, Peter Kitson has been confirmed as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Sabra Everett as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO).…
The Secret World of COSHH and RAMS Duncan Bosomworth, NPTA Technical Manager Talking about the above can create an uneasy, sometimes fearful look in people’s eyes. Many folk just look blank or appear embarrassed and look away BUT there is no need to feel this way. So be brave and have a read. The HSE…
Rodent Borne Diseases Duncan Bosomworth, NPTA Technical Manager The funny thing about this subject is that we all know about rodents and the reasons why they’re identified as public health pests, but we never really go into the detail about exactly what the risks are. No doubt we can all list the diseases they carry…
The Invoice You Never Get Paid For Most pest controllers know the feeling. You’ve taken the call. Rearranged your diary. Travelled to site. Carried out the work professionally. Solved the problem. Given advice and reassurance. Then you send the invoice. And wait. Perhaps the customer promises payment next week. Perhaps they stop responding altogether. Maybe…
Glue Board Ban in Scotland The Wildlife and Muirburn (Scotland) Act 2024 came into force the on 1st July 2026. This makes the use of glue traps and boards illegal to use in Scotland for vertebrate animals. This includes offences for taking, restraining, killing or causing injury to an animals, all of these would be…
BASF’s ‘Great Day on the Farm’ Training Day Reinforces Best Practice in the Field Pest control professionals from across the UK gathered at Mowness Hall Farm in Suffolk for BASF’s highly anticipated “Great Day on the Farm” – which returned for 2026 with an expanded programme of practical, field-based training. Held on Wednesday 24th June,…
CEO Update As we move further through the year, I’m incredibly proud of the progress being made across the NPTA. Our focus remains firmly on delivering value for our members, supporting professional development and ensuring that the Association continues to champion both pest controllers and pest control businesses of all sizes. Over recent months, we’ve…
Why Employee Wellbeing Matters Your people are your business. In pest control, success relies on skilled, dedicated employees who deliver excellent service, build customer relationships and represent your business every day. Yet attracting and retaining good people has never been more challenging. Today’s workforce is looking for more than just a salary. Employees increasingly want…