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# 376 I need to find out the best way to run an office in the exterminating business. I need info on computer programs that have the best programs for appointment books for three tech. Also, do they make an appointment book for spec. exterminating business? I want the office to run very smoothly. can you give me any pointers? We are located in South Carolina. Stephanie.

Q # 321
what certificates and licences are required to start a pest control business here in Vancouver BC, Canada? thanks. andalee

You're best to check with The B.C. Ministry of Water, Land & Air Protection in Victoria or in Surrey. They will give you specific details relative to what type of certificate and license you will need for the type of pest management business you want to operate. They can also discuss the details/requirements of the Pest Control Act for Certified Individuals and Licensees. Trust this helps, if not, feel free to e-mail me. Wayne Page, president, Canadian Pest Control. thepresident@canadianpest.com www.CanadianPest.com

Question #76
Hello, Are there Pest Control companies who still do over-all house spraying (EXTERIOR) in the spring and fall to ensure that bugs searching for an easy and warm haven in your home can't get in or are repelled? Thanks for your help. Suzanne, Kanata, Ontario

I'm sure you will find companies that will provide this type of service but most professionals now try to follow a program of Integrated Pest Management. A good pest management professional will inspect your home and recommend some changes that will reduce the need for pesticides in the spring and fall. Give some of them a call for some guidance. You can find on in the directory.


Associations
Is there a web site for pest control in Nova Scotia. Marnie, Halifax.
There are a few web sites for pest control businesses, but the Atlantic Pest Management Association does not have a web site at this time. When they do, we will put the link in the column on the left side of every page on this web site.


Fumigation
Question #9 How do we protect our health from fumigations in side the house? Thanks. Mira
Editors note: Fumigation is a word that is often misused. It is very rare that a residential building in Canada is fumigated. Please read the information on Integrated Pest Management


Licensing, Certification, Qualifications.
Question # 51 Hi there, what is the difference between license and certification? Thanks very much. Ken.
A pesticide applicator must pass provincial exams to receive certification and can then apply pesticides when employed by a business that has a provincial pesticide service license.


Question #148 I am Norberto Pantin .....I am a physician in the Argentinean Republic. I will be in Canada in August, and I would like learn about Hantavirus. I live in Saladillo City, one small city in the Buenos Aires province. There were a lot of cases of Hantavirus here (virus sin nombre). I wait for your communication. Sorry for my english.
Dr. Pantin: We have a web page that deals specifically with Hantavirus, sin nombre strain. You will also find links to other web pages with excellent information. Click here. If you do not find the information you need, please e-mail us again. webmanager@pestcontrolcanada.com

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