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EVP NOTES
Every year the California Pest Control Industry gathers together, in what is the largest annual convention and trade show for our industry in the country, outside of NPMA’s PestWorld. This year, we again have a program with increased value and format. Expo 2016 is June 23-25 at the Marriott Waikiki Beach Resort! Our Expo program is designed to provide interesting and informative speakers, an exhibit hall where PCOs can learn about new products, and also to provide CE hours. Friday is reserved for Continuing Education. Our terrific Keynote Speaker is Ken Grace, Professor and Dean at the University of Hawaii’s Entomology Department. Dr. Grace is a world-renowned expert on the management and behavior of structural pests. His presentation is entitled: "Travelling Pests in Paradise." One of the most important functions of this premier event is in the networking that takes place among the attendees: PCOC companies, manufacturers and suppliers. Several manufacturers and suppliers, for instance, take this time to roll out new products because of the high value placed on the Exhibit Hall. This year we again have a large Exhibit Hall with 66 booths...most have already been taken! The Installation Banquet is a time when we can all be proud of our association, as we celebrate the dedication and commitment of individuals who provide the leadership in PCOC. By the same token, celebrating what PCOC is all about: our members. EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION AND SPECIAL HOTEL ROOM RATE
DEADLINES ARE MAY 20 — REGISTER TODAY. I look forward to seeing you all in Hawaii! Aloha! LEGISLATIVE UPDATE
IN THE NEWS
Dear PCOC Members, As you may be aware, California’s labor unions pushed hard for a ballot initiative in November to increase the minimum wage at a faster pace than the bill that was recently signed into law by Gov. Jerry Brown. To provide context on what this bill means for you as an employer in California and potential off ramp provisions to it being fully enacted, we have prepared the following briefing. PCOC will continue to oppose the increase to $15 per hour but encourages its members to be aware of the increase schedule. We will continue to monitor this issue and should anything change, or an off ramp provision be enacted, we will notify you as soon as it becomes available. Click Here to view full article.UPCOMING EVENTS
2016
PCOC Expo 2016- June 23-25, 2016
Waikiki Beach Marriot- Honolulu, Hawaii Hotel Reservations Attendee Registration Board of Directors Meeting- September 21-24,2016 Red Lion Hotel Redding, Redding, California Board of Directors Meeting- December 9-10, 2016 Hilton Palm Springs, Palm Springs, California 
Comings and Goings
Welcome to a new section of Newsbriefs! Here, we will give news from our members: new hires, retirements, etc. If you have some news you would like to share, please send a short sentence or two to breann@pcoc.org. 
MEMBER NEWS
MEMBER VALUE PROGRAM
PCOC MONTHLY INSURANCE/SAFETY TIP
Symptoms of Substance Abuse How can you tell if an employee might have a substance abuse problem? He or she may have physical symptoms (chills, smell of alcohol, sweating, weight loss, physical deterioration); along with emotional (increased aggression, anxiety, burnout, denial, depression, paranoia); and/or behavioral symptoms (excessive talking, impaired coordination, irritability, lack of energy, limited attention span, poor motivation). It is important to note, however, that if an employee displays these symptoms, it does not necessarily mean he/she has a substance abuse problem. Signs that substance use may be a workplace hazard include:
If you suspect drug abuse, make sure you have documented incidents and performance problems before discussing the situation with the employee. An employee assistance program (EAP) can help managers and supervisors who suspect employee substance abuse deal with the situation appropriately, as well as help the individual find the treatment needed. For more information, please contact the PCOC Insurance Program department of EPIC at (877) 860-7378 or, email us @ ProPest@epicbrokers.com. Also check out: www.pcocinsurance.com. NEW MEMBERS
FREQUENTLY REQUESTED INFORMATION
*NEW* NPMA LOGIN FOR JOINT MEMBERSHIP LOGIN: Email or Personal ID PASSWORD: npma Department of Fish & Game Department of Food & Agriculture Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR)
www.cdpr.ca.gov DPR on Facebook www.facebook.com/capesticideregulation DPR on YouTube (see "playlists" for videos pertaining to new surface water regulations) www.youtube.com/user/californiapesticides DPR on Twitter twitter.com/ca_pesticides DPR LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/company/california-department-of-pesticide-regulation Healthy Schools Act http://apps.cdpr.ca.gov/schoolipm/ Structural Pest Control Board www.pestboard.ca.gov Find Your Legislator |
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