Well, the industry is deep into our season and from all reports, it has been extremely busy throughout the country. The media attention that pests have received this year is very encouraging, putting a spotlight on the crucial role we play in keeping homes and businesses healthy and structurally sound. Looking to the future, I see more media/public awareness and busier seasons for all.
At the AEPMA National Office, this time of year generally revolves around housekeeping, membership renewals, planning for the months ahead and speaking to lots of members of the public about pest control. Planning has been a major focus for Stephen and his team with a lot of tasks set to be delivered this year such as the Codes of Practice for Termite Management, Termite Management During New Construction and Training in Pest Management. In addition to this, work will commence on creating a Code of Practice for Rodent Management, as well as some exciting new training/qualification courses related to high compliance commercial pest control servicing.
Late last year, the national board had a Strategic/Business Planning Day which was very fruitful. The day set the focus and agenda that the National Office and Board will take for the next few years. The finishing touches are being put to the plan and it will be posted on the website and attached to an upcoming newsletter.
AEPMA members will have recently received their membership renewal notices. I encourage you all to take this time to renew your membership with AEPMA. If you are not yet a member, now is the ideal time to consider joining to make the most of the membership year. Simply visit the AEPMA website and “Join Now”.
As always, I look forward to reporting our progress in the next issue on all things happening at AEPMA.
Until next time, I wish you all the best and trust all is going well within your business.
Vasili Tsoutouras
AEPMA President