2012 is here. Now is the perfect time to review your commercial pest control program. A well written program utilizing Integrated Pest Management techniques will eliminate many pest problems before they even begin. There are many different pests common to the Pacific Northwest that can cause problems for businesses, including cockroaches, rodents, birds, and much more. Here are some key components to look at when reviewing your pest program.
Results
The first thing that you should do is evaluate the results of your 2011 pest program. Some questions you might ask yourself are;
· Did the program protect the health and safety of your customers and employees?
· Was your facility protected from damage caused by pests?
· Did you achieve all food safety standards and satisfy third-party requirements?
If you answered "No" to any of these questions, then it may be time to make some changes to your pest control program.
Trends
The second thing to be on the lookout for is any trends that you notice from the previous year.
· What were the pest activity trends over the last year?
· Can you anticipate increases in pest pressure based on these trends, and take action to prevent them from impacting your facility?
· Are some areas being affected more than others?
· If so, should pest management equipment be adjusted to better protect the building in certain areas?
Catching any trends now can help catch infestations before they get out of hand.
Documentation
Your log book documentation should always be in order, but the New Year is an especially important time to double-check and review the materials. Check for updated licenses, review approved material lists, and sign off on the program. Ask about storing your log book documents online for safe storage and convenient access.
Technology
Now is a good time to make some upgrades to your technology. Refresh your skills on the client website of your pest control company. See if there are any email alerts, special reports, or pay online features that you can take advantage of. These often save you both time and money. Also, being able to quickly navigate the site can be very helpful during an audit.
Contacts
Update all of your key contacts.
· Do you have the contact information for everyone that needs to be involved in your program?
· Are there any new stockholders at your location, in your region, or at your corporate offices?
· Is there a backup contact person for when you are not available?
Make sure this information is included in the program documents.
If you have any question about what makes up a good pest control program, or if you need any help making edits or updates to your program, contact Sprague Pest Solutions today. Sprague provides Washington, Idaho, Oregon, Utah, and Colorado the most effective commercial pest control available. Visit our website at http://www.spraguepest.com/ for more information.
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