Filed under: What's New at Residex
Residex has partnered with Kevin Hurley, of Pested.com to bring our customers the very best online and distance learning available to the Pest Control Industry. Kevin Hurley is a B.C.E. with more than 20 years experience in Urban Pest Control and training thousands of applicators across North America.
For more information on course descriptions, availability and approved states click here.
To receive a 30% discount enter your Residex customer number in the special instructions.
For technical help contact: Kevin Hurley at khurley@pested.com or (845) 657-4271
Filed under: Chinese Manufacturing Defects
Here’s the story . . .
It may be the writing on the wall (no pun intended) that many industries need to consider the consequences of using products made in China. Homeowners are becoming ill, losing their homeowners insurance, homes, and savings as a result of Chinese drywall that releases sulfuric fumes and corrodes pipes. Homeowners with faulty Chinese drywall have been told that the insurance companies are not responsible for manufacturer defects and sequentially they must replace the Chinese drywall before homeowners insurance will be reinstated. Think this scenario is isolated only to the structure of the home? Think again and consider the use of Chinese chemicals; what circumstances may arise if we continue to support their use? Refer to the article “What’s in Your Jug?” Will the chemicals you are using to protect homeowners property be the next drywall situation?
Filed under: Uncategorized
Everyone has seen the news regarding the possible severity of this year’s flu season, and in particular, swine influenza (H1N1). The Center for Disease Control (CDC) is reporting at least 76 deaths among children throughout the U.S. already.
Residex has taken a proactive approach with respect to this and we wanted to share our thoughts and action plans with our valued customers. We feel that you need to be informed and ready in order to minimize disruption to your business. Residex has done the following:
- Offered Company-paid flu shots to all employees. (This is for the regular flu vaccine, as the swine flu vaccine is not readily available to all).
- Sent information to all employees’ homes about flu prevention, symptoms, and hygiene practices for home and work.
- Provided sanitation supplies (hand sanitizer, disinfecting spray, sanitary wipes) to all locations.
- Mandating company-wide procedures/practices to minimize risk.
- Developed emergency/contingency plans for staffing in case of an outbreak.
According to the CDC, like seasonal flu, symptoms of swine flu can include:
- Fever, which is usually high, but unlike seasonal flu, is sometimes absent.
- Cough
- Runny or stuffy nose
- Sore throat
- Body aches; headache
- Chills
- Fatigue or tiredness
- Diarrhea and/or vomiting
Remember, as an employer, you have a responsibility to provide employees with a safe work environment. You also have the right to require employees to show up for work both fit and ready for work. Therefore, we are advising employees with flu-like symptoms to stay home. We are also prepared to send people home as necessary in order to protect our remaining employees.
DON’T LET YOUR BUSINESS SUFFER BY BEING UNPREPARED.
For more information, go to www.flu.gov.
Filed under: Uncategorized
Daiso Recalls Children’s Toys, Purses and Pen Cases Due to Violation of Lead Paint and Phthalate Limits
Wooden Toys Recalled by Daiso Due to Choking Hazard
Raynor Marketing Recalls Quantum Office Chairs Due to Fall Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Office Depot Stores
Filed under: Lyme Disease
Repelling ticks involves wearing protective clothing, coating the skin with fragrant oils and throw tick-exposed clothing in the dryer on the highest temperature setting. Avoid getting bitten by ticks, as they can spread Lyme disease, with information from a sustainable gardener in this free video on gardening.
Filed under: Great Solutions!
Leaf Defier stands alone as the only “clinically tested and certified gutter protection” for the Pest Control industry.
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Filed under: Lyme Disease
Lyme Disease Research Database
LDRD members receive immediate access to all the free resources, plus additional, unique resources, including the Lyme expert interview audio series and the Lyme success stories interview audio series. Members also receive pro-active health and lifestyle resources to help beat Lyme.
Filed under: Product Recalls from China
Wal-Mart Announces Recall Expansion of Durabrand DVD Players Due to Fire Hazard
OfficeMax Recalls Office Chairs Due to Fall Hazard
Garlic Press/Slicers Recalled by Trudeau Corporation Due to Laceration Hazard
Children’s Animal Masks and Pendants Recalled by Team Work Trading Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
Lamplight Farms Recalls Replacement Torch Fuel Containers Due to Fire Hazard
Filed under: What's New at Residex
King Kong has nothing on this giant Bed Bug - thanks for the shot Kitty!
