Overview

Pest management is essential in any environment where food or food- grade packaging is manufactured or stored. This service is almost invariably contracted out to a specialist company, so effective management of the contractor is essential if the relationship is to work effectively. This one-day course will provide the information and advice necessary to implement and manage the contract successfully.

Who should attend?

Those working in the food and food-grade packaging industry, hospitality, local authority and environmental health who are involved in managing pest control contracts.

Course Content:

The course will provide information on:

• What pests and why
• Understanding pesticide legislation
• Why have a contract
• The legal implications of using a contractor
• Setting your own objectives
• Understanding the contractor’s objectives
• Establishing the specification selecting the contractor and monitoring performance

Time: 9:30am – 4:30pm
Prices: £232 (Non-Members), £166 (Members), £60 (Students), all plus VAT.

Click here to download the official SOFHT Training Prospectus 2022.