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CIEH Pest Control Conference
About this conference
Join our annual Pest Control Conference for an exploration of topical issues related to pest control and environmental health.
Keynote discussions will focus on reforming the qualification framework across the industry, as well as strengthening biosecurity goals, and the risks and threats from the increase of pests.
The following subjects will be explored in more detail at the conference:
- Keynote: Reforming the qualification framework across the industry
- Strengthening biosecurity goals - risks and threats from the increase in pests
- Emerging and re-emerging threats: pests and links to public health
- Update on research: the role of rats and mice in the dissemination of pathogens
- Bedbugs in 2025: new frontiers in managing infestations and public awareness
Explore the full programme here
CPD: 4 hours
Why should you attend?
- Hear the latest updates on all aspects relating to pest control and environmental health
- Listen to high-level keynote speakers discussing the latest policies and guidance
- Learn from the latest work and case studies in monitoring and managing pest control
Key sponsor:
British Pest Control Association
How do you know your pest management company is fit for the fight?
British Pest Control Association (BPCA) is the professional association for the UK public health pest management industry.
By choosing an assessed BPCA member you can be assured that the services you receive are from a trained and trusted company that meets our strict membership criteria.
Our member companies meet or exceed all pest management ‘due diligence’ requirements and comply with the most current legislation.
No other trade body gives you this security.
Make sure you stay safe.
Select a BPCA Member every time.
bpca.org.uk/find
01332 294 288
Alexia Naylor, Business Manager at the Bed Bug Foundation CIC and Director at Cimex Store Ltd. Alexia has worked for the Bed Bug Foundation (BBF) CIC since 2016, alongside her husband Dr Richard Naylor, author of the European Code of Practice: Bedbug Management. BBF CIC is an independent not-for-profit organisation that raises bed bug awareness through communication and education. They provide information and advice to homeowners and businesses alike, to help combat the stigma, financial and emotional cost that bed bugs can bring. BBF CIC is also a specialist certifying body for the bed bug canine scent detection industry, supporting a network of teams across Europe to promote good practice in the detection of bed bugs.
Brandon Collier, PhD student, University of Galway. Brandon Collier is a PhD student at the University of Galway's Venom Systems & Proteomics Laboratory. His primary focus is the Noble false widow spider (Steatoda nobilis), their interactions with human populations, and their ability to establish growing populations in a variety of environments around the world. His previous work includes collaborations with the US National Park Service and the Native Irish Honey Bee Society. Brandon is honoured to oresent the most current information on the false widow spider with the CIEH on behalf of the Birtish Arachnological Society.
Tim Bloomer, Areas Sales Manager - South West, Midlands & Wales, Killgerm. Tim has worked in the pest control industry for 27 years having gained experience through many different roles in that time, and has been with Killgerm for the past 13 years as Area Sales Manager. He now uses that experience in his role at Killgerm to help customers with product advice, treatment advice and support in many other aspects of running a business. If asked what the best thing about life in the pest control industry is the answer would be the people and the satisfaction gained when helping people to develop in different ways. Away from work Tim enjoys playing lawn bowls, reading and touring the UK in his caravan with his wife and two dogs.
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Price
CIEH member: £70
CIEH affiliate member: £170
Non-member: £170
CIEH Student member: FOC
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