Most pest professionals know termites—but wood-destroying beetles are Florida's second most important structural wood pests and are frequently encountered during WDO inspections. Correctly recognizing these beetles and distinguishing them from termite damage is essential for accurate inspections, treatment recommendations, and successful real estate transactions. This engaging 2-CEU course provides a practical, photo-rich introduction to Florida's most important wood-destroying beetles. Rather than focusing on technical entomology, the course emphasizes the identification skills every inspector and pest management professional can immediately apply in the field. Course Length: 2 CEUs (100-minute online course)
In this class we will examine some of the changes and challenges of structural subterranean termite control with an historical view, especially as they impact us here in Florida. Native and invasive species of subterranean termites will be examined as well as the products and methods used to control them since the early 1900s. The successes and failures of control as well as environmental and safety issues are considered.