October 2018
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Chief Executive Officer's Notes
As the leaves begin to change and days get cooler, I wanted to draw your attention to some important PCOC Events in the coming months. Beginning at the end of October, the Fall Pest Ed takes place in Ontario on October 30th and in Sacramento on November 15th. The West Coast Rodent Academy is in Irvine at the UC Extension office from November 7th–9th and finally 2018 closes with our Board of Directors Meeting in Palm Springs on December 7th–8th . We then kick off the new year with the Winter Pest Ed on January 8th in Montebello and January 10th in Sacramento so there will be plenty of opportunity for Continuing Education. I hope you’ll visit our website at pcoc.org and for specific event information and contact us if we can help you in any way. See you all soon!
Chris Reardon Fall Pest Ed - Ontario - Registration Form Upcoming Events
Fall Pest Ed - Southern California, October 30, 2018 Fall Pest Ed - Northern California, November 15, 2018 December BOD Golf Tournament – December 6, 2018 Board of Directors Meeting – December 6-8, 2018 Legislative Update
Our current legislative session is over, but there is still plenty to report on. First, SB 1481 (Hill) was passed and chaptered. This is the bill that extends the SPCB and implements the rest of the changes from the Act Review Committee. A committee met well over 20 times in the past 4 years reviewing the Structural Pest Control Act working to update the entire document chaired and filled with active PCOC members. There is also going to be a new governor of our great state. At this point, Gavin Newsom is the clear front runner but stranger things have happened, so PCOC is preparing for the change regardless of what happens.
Darren Van Steenwyk, M.S., BCE
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As many of you know, there has been great interest in Structural Pest Control Board (SPCB) exams. The Structural Pest Control Board has some UPCOMING EXAMINATION DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOPS. These workshops help the SPCB develop their licensing questions. We know this is a busy time of year for us all, but our input is important, so we hope you can participate or send someone you work with!
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Branch 3 - Operator |
Item Review Workshop - January 29-30, 2019 |
Exam Construction Workshop - February 12-13, 2019 |
Exam Construction Workshop - April 9-10, 2019 |
Branch 3 - Field Representative |
Exam Construction Workshop - February 5-6, 2019 |
Branch 2 - Operator |
Exam Construction Workshop - December 4-5, 2018 |
Exam Construction Workshop - January 15-16, 2019 |
Branch 2 - Field Representative |
Exam Construction Workshop - November 14-15, 2018 |
Applicator |
Exam Construction Workshop - December 11-12, 2018 |
Visit California Structural Pest Control Board website for more information
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The 6 Warning Signs of a Fake Workers’ Comp Claim
Only a small percentage of workers’ comp claims are fraudulent but letting them go undetected can cost a lot.
A woman in Minnesota was suspected of workers’ comp fraud when she showed no signs of injury even though the police report she submitted to substantiate her claim said she had sustained six broken ribs in a car accident that occurred while driving to the airport for a business trip.
The employer’s and employees’ suspicions were confirmed and she was arrested for fraud after it was discovered she had used her computer to research accident reports written by the local sheriff’s department, according to a report in the Mankoto Free Press.
For the most part, the woman successfully avoided committing five of the six warning signs of workers’ comp fraud, which are:
Although one in ten employers may worry an employee faked an injury, only about 1-2 percent of claims are fraudulent. Most injured employees are conscientious and concerned about the impact of their injury on the business. Follow up when they are injured and let them know that you value them. And only with the best evidence, ever suspect them of workers comp fraud.
If you have questions about workers comp fraud, contact the EPIC Insurance professionals of the PCOC Insurance Program at: (877)860-7378, or email us at propest@epicbrokers.com.
SAN GABRIEL DISTRICT
October 16– Social Hour starts at 5:30 p.m., Meeting starts at 6:30 p.m.
CHAIR: Gilbert Alvidrez – Downtown Pest Control
downtownpestcontrol@gmail.com • (909) 802-0052
El Sombrero, 3550 Santa Anita Ave, El Monte
MONTEREY DISTRICT – October 16 @ 6:00 p.m.
CHAIR: Michael Reid – Cardiff Pest Control
cardiff@cruzio.com • (831) 475-4214
El Palomar, 1336 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz
SANTA CLARA DISTRICT – October 17 @ 6:30 p.m.
CHAIR: Janet Thrasher – Thrasher Termite & Pest Control
jthrasher@thrashertermite.com • (408) 354-9944
Drying Shed, 402 Toyon Ave, San Jose
LOS ANGELES / SOUTH BAY HARBOR DISTRICT
October 19– Social Hour starts at 5:30 p.m., Meeting starts at 6:30 p.m.
CHAIR: Greg Bausch – American City Pest & Termite, Inc.
greg@americancitypest.com • (310) 542-8622
Alpine Village, 833 Torrance Blvd., Torrance
DIABLO VALLEY DISTRICT – October 23 @ 6:30 p.m.
CHAIR: Gordie Zilke – Valley View Termite Control
valleyviewtc@yahoo.com • (925) 787-2118
Zio Fraedo's, 611 Gregory Lane, Pleasant Hill
SAN FERNANDO VALLEY DISTRICT
October 24 – Social Hour starts at 5:30 p.m., Meeting starts at 6:30 p.m.
CHAIR: Tarry Howard – Hydrex
tarry_h@hotmail.com • (818) 437-6584
Los Toros Restaurant, 21743 Devonshire St., Chatsworth
November
VINTAGE COASTAL DISTRICT – November 1 @ 7:00 p.m.
CHAIR: Tyler Merritt – Hitmen Termite & Pest Control
tmerritt@hitmenpest.com • (707) 526-6055
Cattleman's, 5012 Petaluma Blvd. N, Petaluma
SAN BERNARDINO / RIVERSIDE DISTRICT
November 7 – Social hour starts @ 5:30 p.m., meeting starts @ 6:00 p.m.
CHAIR: John Burnard – Compass Pest Management
jpburnard1@msn.com • (951) 688-8066
La Casa Ortega, 1690 Spruce St, Riverside
ORANGE COUNTY DISTRICT – November 8 @ 6:00 p.m.
CHAIR: Heidi Aguilar-Alvarez – Your Way Fumigation
heidi@ywfumigation.com • (951) 232-2388
Dave & Busters, Irvine Spectrum, Irvine
SOUTHERN VALLEY DISTRICT – November 8 @ 6:30 p.m.
CHAIR: Patrick Clark – Clark Pest Control
pclarkzapbugs@aol.com • (661) 635-3535
Chalet Basque, 200 Oak St., Bakerfield
BIG VALLEY DISTRICT – November 11 @ 7:00 a.m.
CHAIR: Sean Bradley – Neighborly Pest Management
sean@neighborlypest.com • (916) 782-3767
Stones Gambling Hall , 6510 Antelope Rd., Citrus Heights
SHASTA DISTRICT – November 13 @ 12:00 p.m.
CHAIR: Shawn McFarland – Trinity Termite & Pest Control
trinitytermite@yahoo.com • (530) 222-6990
Vittles Restaurant, 2385 North St., Anderson
MID CAL DISTRICT
November 13 – Class starts @ 4:00 p.m., dinner is @ 5:00 p.m.
CHAIR: Brad Delk – Delk Pest Control
bdelk@delkpestcontrol.com • (209) 465-5656
Stockton Country Club, 3800 West Country Club Blvd., Stockton
SAN DIEGO DISTRICT – November 13 @ 5:30 p.m.
CHAIR: David Hinrichs – Llyod Pest Control
david.hinrichs@lloydpest.com • (619) 668-1953
Country Inn & Suites, 5975 Lusk Blvd., San Diego
BAY AREA DISTRICT
November 14 – Social hour starts @ 5:30 p.m., dinner is @ 6:00 p.m.
CHAIR: Allen Kanady – Omega Termite & Pest Control
allenrobert@omegapest.com • (510) 544-5913
El Portal Restaurant, 2028 Lewelling Rd., San Leandro
SANTA CLARA DISTRICT – November 14 @ 6:30 p.m.
CHAIR: Janet Thrasher – Thrasher Termite & Pest Control
jthrasher@thrashertermite.com • (408) 354-9944
Drying Shed, 402 Toyon Ave, San Jose
VENTURA DISTRICT
November 14 @ 7:00pm
CHAIR: Rudy Ayala – Spearhead Pest Control
rudy@spearheadpestcontrol.com • (805) 746-4547
Marriott Hotel, 600 East Esplanade Dr., Oxnard
CENTRAL COAST DISTRICT (Formerly known as SANTA BARBARA DISTRICT)
November 15 @ 6:30 p.m.
CHAIR: Dave Watkins – O’Connor Pest Control
Dwatkins@oconnorpest.com • (805) 482-2782
F. McLintocks, 750 Mattie Rd., Pismo Beach
Name/Company/District |
Member Type |
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Mrs. Janet Guerrero Truly Nolen San Bernardino/Riverside District |
S | 9/17/2018 | ||
Mr. Joshua Garcia |
S | 9/17/2018 | ||
Mr. Richard Contreras Truly Nolen San Diego District |
S | 9/17/2018 | ||
Mr. Michael Ohrin Lithia Nissan of Clovis Central Valley District |
Z | 9/17/2018 | ||
Mr. Oscar O'Con Sr. Nissan,Mazda & Infiniti of Elk Grove Big Valley District |
Z | 9/17/2018 | ||
Mr. Steven Billings The Bee Man Orange County District |
S | 9/17/2018 | ||
Mr. Mark Lee Downey Nissan San Gabriel District |
Z | 9/19/2018 | ||
Mr. Doug Seamann Three Amigos Pest Control San Diego District |
R | 9/21/2018 | ||
Mrs. Barbara Young Schork Inspection Services Vintage District |
S | 9/21/2018 | ||
Mr. Blair Brookes Corteva Central Valley District |
Z | 10/4/2018 | ||
Mr. Mario Herrera Elite Pest Services San Gabriel District |
R | 10/5/2018 | ||
Mr. Matt Ross Torre Nissan San Bernardino/Riverside District |
Z | 10/11/2018 |
NPMA update: so, what is PPMA?
The Professional Pest Management Alliance (PPMA) is an investor-driven organization that has been successfully marketing the value of professional pest control to consumers for nearly 20 years, resulting in positive exposure for our industry and the growth of our residential and commercial markets.
We ARE making an impact in the attitudes, opinions, and buying decisions of residential and commercial customers. We have increased awareness of the value of professional pest control services and protected our reputation through ongoing national and local media outreach, innovative advertising campaigns, social media engagement, public service announcements and more. It’s work that is only possible because of the generous contributions of hundreds of investor companies who understand that their participation is making a huge impact on the industry.
Our mandate is to:
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Mark Your Calendar for PestWorld 2018 October 23-26 | Orlando, Florida
Every year, NPMA gathers thousands of pest management professionals from across the globe to offer opportunities for information sharing, provide access to the latest products, services, and technologies in the 100,000 square foot exhibit hall, and generate critical thinking in world-class educational sessions.
Join us as we celebrate this year’s PestWorld in Orlando!
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Healthy Schools Act
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Structural Pest Control Board
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Alain Parcan, Market Hardware, Inc.
September 2018
Hint: Google may think so…
When it comes to online marketing, one of the biggest and most common mistakes we see businesses making is having an outdated Website. Having a Website that is not current is an easy way to deter visitors and a sure way to ruin your standing on Google.
We understand that all businesses, especially smaller ones, may not have the resources to consistently keep their Website up to date. Therefore, our Web experts at Market Hardware put together a short checklist to help you make sure your website isn’t falling behind.
And, Google is now drawing attention to sites that are responsive, so if your site doesn’t receive that designation, you’re giving your competitors a leg up in search rankings.
Maintaining a consistent and current web presence may seem like a daunting task, but that doesn’t have to be the case. Depending on how much time and resources are available to you, stick to the basics and work your way up from there. Take some time after reading this to evaluate your Website on each of these three items, and call your Website provider ASAP if you need to fix any of them. Your success depends on it.
Alain Parcan, Director of Marketing for Market Hardware, Inc., contributed this article. Alain brings nearly 10 years of experience in educating businesses so they can market themselves more effectively. Market Hardware helps small businesses compete on the Web and offers special discounts for PCOC members. You can reach Alain’s team at 888-381-6925.