So many times we take for granted the importance of being compliant with local laws and regulations when it comes to use pesticides and pest control practices. But why is it so important?

First of all, complying with regulations is essential to avoid legal sanctions or fines. But that's not all: protecting the environment, ensuring the safety of both workers and people and reducing the risk of legal action are only some of the reasons why it is essential to be aware of laws and regulations.

It is an important step to ensure that the work is carried out in compliance with regulations and in a safe and efficient way. Here you go some of the most important points on paragraph 5.5 of UNI EN 16636

1. Regulatory compliance: It is important to be compliant with local laws and regulations regarding the use of pesticide and pest control practices. A careful review of legal regulations helps to ensure that the treatment is carried out in accordance with current legal regulations, thus avoiding legal sanctions or fines.

2. Environmental protection: Environmental laws often establish restrictions on the use of pesticides to protect and preserve sensitive ecosystems, water resources and biodiversity. Understanding these regulations helps to avoid environmental damage and to contribute to preservation.

3. Staff and people safety: Adequate knowledge of laws and regulations related to safety and the use of pesticides helps to protect from harmful exposures or accidents both the staff involved in pest control treatment and, in general, the public.

4. Legal liability: Being aware of relevant laws and regulations reduces the risk of lawsuits from third parties if some property damage, environmental damage or personal injury occures during the pest control.

5. Operational efficiency: Understanding the legal framework allows to plan and execute the pest control service efficiently, avoiding delays or interruptions due to legal disputes or regulatory violations.