Protecting Outdoor Workers Exposed to Ticks – NPMA Survey Results Jim Fredericks National Pest Management Association

NPMA Survey Results Do your workers come in contact with ticks while servicing customers? (n= 16) If yes, do your workers know about Lyme disease? Yes – 100%

NPMA Survey Results Would you like to have information to provide to your employees about Lyme Disease? (n= 16)

NPMA Survey Results Would you like to have more information to pass on to your customers about this disease? (n= 16)

NPMA Survey Results Does your company treat properties for fleas and ticks? (n= 16)

NPMA Survey Results What kind of information do you want for employees and customers? (n= 16)

NPMA Survey Results The response level for this survey was unusually low. Typical response is 8-10%. Low response could indicate lack of concern or awareness. Those who did respond are aware of tick-borne disease and want more information to educate workers and clients.