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Back to Basics is an article series that highlights important but possibly overlooked information facilities management professionals should know. Now that we are in the middle of summer with warmer temperatures as the norm, you might have noticed pests entering your facility. But where are they coming in, you might ask? More than just a nuisance, […]
A winter with warmer temperatures than normal could mean more pests like ticks and mosquitos, especially in 10 major U.S. cities, according to the bi-annual Vector Sectors list from the National Pest Management Association (NPMA). “People aren’t the only ones enjoying the warmer-than-average winter season this year,” said Dr. Jim Fredericks, SVP of public affairs […]
Facilities professionals know what a problem pests can be for the commercial properties they manage. To control pests, which could affect the cleanliness, appearance, and safety of facilities, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recommends that professionals implement an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program, an environmentally friendly and commonsense approach that could apply to any […]