Pest Control Employers encouraged to Work with Jobcentres to Tackle Skills Shortages and Grow the Workforce The pest control industry plays a vital role in protecting public health and maintaining safe environments. As workforce demographics shift, regulatory standards continue to develop, and demand for specialist services grows, employers are increasingly focused on strengthening recruitment and…
The Benefits of Becoming an NPTA and TrustMark Registered Business TrustMark is the UK’s only Government-endorsed quality scheme for work carried out in and around the home, and works with approved Scheme Providers to help raise standards, improve consumer protection and build confidence across the repair, maintenance and improvement (RMI) sector. With the addition of…
Why Professional Indemnity Insurance really matters in pest control Professional indemnity insurance (PI) one of the most important considerations when running a pest control business. Even small mistakes like misidentifying an infestation or recommending the wrong treatment can lead to big headaches if something goes wrong. PI insurance steps in to cover the legal…
HMRC Webinars Offer Practical Support for Employers Managing Sick Leave and Family Pay The National Pest Technicians Association (NPTA) is encouraging members to take advantage of a series of free HMRC webinars designed to help employers understand their responsibilities around Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) and Statutory Maternity and Paternity Pay. Understanding statutory pay requirements is…