The Department of Labor’s (DOL) Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) released the emergency temporary standard (ETS) on vaccines and testing, and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services also released a separate ETS covering those who work or service healthcare facilities, regardless of company size. NPMA staff has reviewed the rules and provided a breakdown below of key provisions as they do differ. These rule packets are hundreds of pages, so additional context on these requirements may be provided to NPMA members within a few days. Multiple states and industry groups have indicated they will sue, so it is very likely court cases will commence immediately. 

Part or all of the rules could be stayed in part or all of the country, but it is important in the meantime that companies prepare to comply. NPMA will provide updates should regional or nationwide stays of the rule go into effect

OSHA is also formally considering how to cover small employers, and it seems likely that at some point an ETS will cover companies with less than 100 employees. NPMA will provide any additional information on this process as it occurs.

During its annual awards ceremony at PestWorld, several key awards were presented, including the Pinnacle Award, the Women of Excellence Award, the Young Entrepreneur Award, the NPMA Gives Award, and Committee of the Year Award and the Chairperson of the Year Award.

Joe Thomas, Arrow Exterminators, was awarded the Pinnacle Award. Emily Thomas Kendrick accepted the award on behalf of her father, who couldn’t be present. The award, NPMA’s most coveted and prestigious accolade, honors an individual who has contributed not only to the success of the association but to the industry as a whole over a lifetime or career.

Eve Pappas, Hoffman Exterminating Co., Inc., received the Women of Excellence Award. This award recognizes female pest management professionals who demonstrate outstanding leadership and have made notable contributions to the development and growth of other women in the industry. This award is sponsored by Target Specialty Products.

Nick Mitchell, Mitchell Pest Solutions, was the recipient of the Young Entrepreneur Award. This award recognizes young entrepreneurs (40 years of age or less) working in the professional pest management industry who have helped create or develop an industry business and/or those who have stewarded a meaningful industry concept to fruition. The award is presented by Rentokil North America.

Audrey Hall accepted the NPMA Gives Award on behalf of Eco Serve Pest Solutions. This award recognizes NPMA member companies that have demonstrated leadership through their dedication and contribution to the good of the community.

The Disinfection Task Force accepted the Committee of the Year, and Marie Horner, Arrow Exterminators, chairwoman of the PestVets Council, was the recipient of the Committee Chair of the Year Award.

Please join us in congratulating the PestWorld 2021 award recipients! For information on the criteria for each award, please click here. Information about the 2022 Awards Program will be available early next year.

NPMA hosted the biggest event in the industry in the past 3 years! PestWorld 2021 convened at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, NV, November 2-5. PestWorld 2021 hosted 3,455 attendees and over 200 exhibitors. Attendees were able to network with their colleagues, meet new connections, and discuss trends and topics in the industry face to face! Special events including PestWorld Gives Back, PestVets, PWIPM 5K, and PestFest, which contributed to the overall success of PestWorld 2021. Over 60 educational sessions allowed attendees to expand their knowledge and earn CEU’s toward their individual industry goals. Thank you to everyone who participated in PestWorld 2021. See you next year in Boston, October 11-14, 2022!

Global Pest Solutions of India
Budget Exterminating Co of Downingtown, PA
Environmental Pest Control of Berryville, VA
Long Beach Termite and Pest Control of Lakewood, CA
SPRK Pest Solutions of Bristow, VA

Formosan Termite Workers

As a membership benefit, NPMA has developed a gallery of pest images at 
My.NPMAPestWorld.org for use by NPMA members. View the image use policy.

Do you have a pest image to share?
Send it to Trista Boyd at tboyd@pestworld.org, and it may be included in a future newsletter!

All NPMA members have access to the year round NPMA mobile app - the latest way to stay informed, engage with our events and programs and connect with peers from around the globe. The NPMA mobile app makes the best benefits of membership available anytime, anywhere, right on your mobile device. The mobile app is available now for iOS and Android devices. Search “NPMA” in the App Store or Google Play Store to download, then log in using your NPMA member credentials.

Looking for fresh, innovative ways to take your business to the next level? Then BIZTECH 2021 is the event you’ve been waiting for! This conference brings together some of the top minds in business development and technology to deliver one of the most advanced and engaging programs of 2021.

Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind event to learn the latest in business and technology trends including digital project management platforms to improve efficiencies, integrated marketing solutions to maximize your ROI, cutting edge employee recruitment resources, virtual training tools more!

We invite you to join us for the 2022 Eastern Conference at the Foxwoods Resort Casino in Mashantucket, Connecticut. The conference will feature a mix of in-depth management sessions, interactive training, and technical courses featuring the latest research in the pest management industry.

View our master calendar for a full list of industry events.