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In Pest Perspectives Podcast EP 70, Shaun Muller is joined by Clive Stewart, Operations Director at Westart Apiaries Ltd, for an in-depth discussion on honey bees, safe bee removal, and how the pest control industry can better understand and approach bee-related callouts.Westart Apiaries ltd & courses https://www.westart-apiaries.co.uk/UKBR website https://www.ukbr.org/Clive is an experienced and educated beekeeper who supports pest control professionals across the UK by helping them develop the knowledge and confidence to recognise, advise on, and where necessary safely remove bees from areas of inconvenience. His background combines practical beekeeping, environmental awareness, sustainability, training, environmental management systems and integrated pest management.Clive also holds an NVQ Level 2 in Wildlife, Fish and Wildlands Science and Management from Holme Lacy College of Agriculture, along with BBKA qualifications through its national education scheme. Alongside his hands-on work, Clive is also the author of *Safe Removal of Honey Bee Colonies from Buildings* and delivers specialist bee removal courses to help professionals understand the correct approach to honey bee colony removal.In this episode, Shaun and Clive discuss the importance of correctly identifying bees, understanding when removal may be required, and why safe, informed and responsible methods are essential when dealing with honey bee colonies in buildings. They also explore the role of education, sustainability and professional training within the wider pest management industry.This is a valuable episode for pest controllers, beekeepers, facilities managers, property managers, landlords, environmental professionals and anyone interested in honey bee removal, bee conservation and responsible pest management.Topics covered in this episode:Honey bee removal from buildingsRecognising different bee situationsThe role of pest controllers in bee-related calloutsSafe and responsible bee removal methodsBee removal training and educationClive Stewart’s book, *Safe Removal of Honey Bee Colonies from Buildings*Westart Apiaries Ltd and their work with the pest control industryWatch or listen to Pest Perspectives Podcast EP 70 for a practical, educational and industry-focused conversation on bees, buildings and safe removal with Clive Stewart from Westart Apiaries Ltd.Pest Perspectives Podcast is a UK pest control podcast hosted by Shaun Muller of Oakham Pest Control Ltd. The show features practical conversations with pest control technicians, business owners, suppliers and industry experts, covering rodent control, drainage investigations, bee removal, bed bugs, wasps, commercial pest management, compliance, business growth and wider pest industry topics.Listen, watch and learn more at:https://www.pestperspectivespodcast.co.uk

Pest Perspectives EP69Rats in Drainage Systems, CCTV Drain Inspections & Non-Return ValvesIn this episode of Pest Perspectives Podcast, Shaun Muller is joined by Darron Pearce from RATTRAXS for a detailed discussion on one of the most overlooked areas of rodent control: rats in drainage systems.Darron brings years of hands-on experience from both the pest control and drainage industries, sharing valuable insight into how rats can use drains, damaged pipework, surface water systems, hidden chambers, flexible pan connectors, old gullies and building extension work to gain access into homes and commercial buildings.The conversation explores why recurring rat problems are not always solved by baiting alone, and why evidence-led investigation is so important. Shaun and Darron discuss CCTV drain camera inspections, how rats exploit defects or open drainage routes, the importance of understanding foul and surface water systems, and why pest controllers should know when to involve specialist drainage professionals.They also cover the use of non-return valves, including when they may be useful, why they must be fitted correctly, and the importance of flow testing, monitoring and understanding ownership of private drains versus public sewers.This episode is ideal for pest controllers, drainage professionals, facilities managers, landlords, housing providers, commercial clients and anyone dealing with repeat rat activity where the true source of the problem may be hidden below ground.Topics covered include:Rats in drains and sewer systemsCCTV drain inspections for rat ingressSurface water drainage and SUDSFoul drainage defectsFlexible pan connectors and rat entry pointsRats climbing internal stack pipesHouse extensions and hidden drainage issuesBuild-over problems and inspection chambersNon-return valves and rat gatesWorking safely within your competenceWhy pest control and drainage knowledge should work togetherA great episode for anyone who wants to better understand how rats move through drainage systems and why proper investigation can be the difference between temporary control and long-term resolution.https://rattraxspestcontrol.uk/#PestPerspectives #PestControl #RatControl #DrainSurveys #RatsInDrains #RATTRAXS #RodentControl #PestManagement #Drainage #NonReturnValve #CCTVDrainInspection #UKPestControlPest Perspectives Podcast is a UK pest control podcast hosted by Shaun Muller of Oakham Pest Control Ltd. The show features practical conversations with pest control technicians, business owners, suppliers and industry experts, covering rodent control, drainage investigations, bee removal, bed bugs, wasps, commercial pest management, compliance, business growth and wider pest industry topics.Listen, watch and learn more at:https://www.pestperspectivespodcast.co.uk

In this longer clip from Pest Perspectives Episode 4, Shaun Muller is joined by Debbie Wilson from Wilson Pest Management & Training to discuss why pest control needs to be recognised as a serious, skilled and professional career.Shaun and Debbie talk about why pest control is often overlooked as a career choice, how the industry could attract more young people, and why pest control technicians should be seen as trained professionals who play an important role in public health, food safety and protecting homes and businesses.They also discuss the risk of losing valuable industry experience as older technicians retire, and why the pest management sector needs clearer career pathways, better promotion, and more encouragement for the next generation.A great listen for pest controllers, technicians, business owners, trainers, trade bodies and anyone interested in the future of the UK pest control industry.Taken from Pest Perspectives EP 4 with Debbie Wilson.Topics covered:Pest control as a careerAttracting young people into pest managementTechnician skills and professionalismPublic health pest controlIndustry experience and retirementCareer pathways in pest controlThe future of the pest management industrySubscribe to Pest Perspectives for more pest control industry discussion, training insight and real conversations with people from across the professional pest management sector.Pest Perspectives Podcast is a UK pest control podcast hosted by Shaun Muller of Oakham Pest Control Ltd. The show features practical conversations with pest control technicians, business owners, suppliers and industry experts, covering rodent control, drainage investigations, bee removal, bed bugs, wasps, commercial pest management, compliance, business growth and wider pest industry topics.Listen, watch and learn more at:https://www.pestperspectivespodcast.co.uk

In this longer clip from Pest Perspectives Episode 4, Shaun Muller is joined by Debbie Wilson from Wilson Pest Management & Training to discuss the role of a field biologist in pest control.Debbie explains what field biologists actually do, how they support pest control companies, and why they are an important part of pest management on audited sites such as BRC, SALSA and food production environments.This clip also clears up a common misconception: field biologists are not there to catch pest controllers out — they are there to provide another pair of eyes, support the site, identify risks, and help improve pest management standards.A great listen for pest controllers, technicians, business owners, audited-site managers, food-site teams and anyone interested in professional pest management.Full conversation taken from Pest Perspectives EP 4 with Debbie Wilson.Topics covered:Field biologists in pest controlAudited-site pest managementBRC and SALSA pest control supportFood-site inspectionsPest control standardsTechnician support and site recommendationsProfessional pest management trainingSubscribe to Pest Perspectives for more UK pest control industry discussion, training insight and real conversations with people from across the pest management sector.Pest Perspectives Podcast is a UK pest control podcast hosted by Shaun Muller of Oakham Pest Control Ltd. The show features practical conversations with pest control technicians, business owners, suppliers and industry experts, covering rodent control, drainage investigations, bee removal, bed bugs, wasps, commercial pest management, compliance, business growth and wider pest industry topics.Listen, watch and learn more at:https://www.pestperspectivespodcast.co.uk

Self-employment offers freedom, flexibility, and independence but it also comes with pressure, responsibility, and risk.In this video, I break down the real pros and cons of being self-employed, based on lived experience rather than hype.👍 Like | 💬 Comment | 🔔 Subscribe for honest conversations about business and working for yourself.For the full podcast search on youtube below for Pest perspectives EP 26 - Michael Dall - MD Falconry And Pest Solutions#SelfEmployment #EntrepreneurLife #SmallBusinessOwner #businessreality Pest Perspectives Podcast is a UK pest control podcast hosted by Shaun Muller of Oakham Pest Control Ltd. The show features practical conversations with pest control technicians, business owners, suppliers and industry experts, covering rodent control, drainage investigations, bee removal, bed bugs, wasps, commercial pest management, compliance, business growth and wider pest industry topics.Listen, watch and learn more at:https://www.pestperspectivespodcast.co.uk