PROMPT ensures that pest control is carried out responsibly by people who are properly trained and competent. The BASIS PROMPT Pest Controllers register is an industry initiative which provides independent proof that a pest controller has received proper training and continues to update their expertise.
BASIS is an independent standards setting and auditing organisation for the pesticide, fertiliser and allied industries. BASIS is a registered charity (No. 1077006) and a company limited by guarantee registered in England (No. 1365343)
In practice this means that BASIS:
- Offers a range of examinations and recognised qualifications for people working in the pesticide, fertiliser and related sectors
- Operates an annual inspection scheme to audit pesticide stores and ensure their operation presents minimal risk to people and the environment
- Manages the Professional Registers for qualified pesticide and fertiliser advisers and for public health pest control professionals
- Operates the BASIS Advanced Contractor Certification Scheme (BACCS) and the new Amenity Assured standard to raise and maintain good practice standards in the amenity and industrial pesticide sectors
- Provides a forum for industry trade associations and other stakeholders to discuss how professional standards can be maintained, improved and promoted
- Works closely with industry, the regulatory authorities and government to promote and develop professional standards