MSPCA WDI-O Re-Credentialing Webinar
May 13, 2025, 7:45 am to 12:15 pm

Retain Your WDI-O Credentials!

Registration Fee: $75 for MSCPA Members, $100 for non-members

MSPCA will be holding its annual WDI-O Re-Credentialing Training virtually via Zoom on May 13, 2025. Since 2003 MSPCA has trained and credentialed over 200 inspectors, and the credentialed designation is widely recognized by those in the real estate industry. To maintain your MSPCA WDI-O Inspector credentials attend this course and extend your voluntary certification another 3 years.

Recertification credits in category 7B have been approved for 8 hours of recertification credits by the Maryland Department of Agriculture. Note: since this is a live-streaming webinar, MDA considers this training an "in-person" event.

Special note: Please ensure that you are complying with the Maryland Department of Agriculture requirements. To perform WDI-O inspections in Maryland, a technician must be certified in Category 7B. The MSPCA WDI-O is a good supplement to this certification but is not a replacement for holding the appropriate pest control license.

Agenda

7:30 AM - 8:00 AM	Sign-In / Opening Remarks
8:00 AM – 8:55 AM	Bullet Proof MD-1: Proper Use of Liability Limitation Clauses on an MD-1 Presented by Bruce Morgan, MSPCA WDI-O Committee Chair Moving beyond the actual inspection, how you fill out the MD-1 form becomes critical to protecting yourself and still complying with the Maryland regulations. Attendees will also learn how to avoid common mistakes that can cost them after the inspection. and ensure they are fully complying with Maryland Department of Agriculture regulations without assuming unnecessary risk.
9:00 AM – 9:55 AM	Reinfesting Wood Destroying Fungi: Inspection, ID, Preventative and Corrective Measures Presented by Jeff Lloyd, Ph.D., Senior Vice President of Innovation and Sustainability, Nisus Fungal decay causes more damage in the USA than Termites. To properly control fungal issues, it is important to understand conducive conditions, building codes, and appropriate products for mitigation. A good understanding of the above can help mitigate risk to pest control companies, employees and customers and help differentiate professional services.
10:00 AM – 10:15 AM	BREAK
10:15 AM - 10:40 AM	Safety/Label is the Law Presented by Samantha Forrest, Territory Manager, Corteva This training provides a comprehensive overview of safety and regulatory compliance for Wood-Destroying Insect (WDI-O) inspections. Participants will learn best practices for personal protective equipment (PPE), with an emphasis on respiratory protection, fit testing, and proper maintenance. The session also covers physical hazards, chemical safety, and the critical importance of following pesticide labels and state regulations. Designed for pest management professionals, this course equips attendees with the knowledge to perform inspections safely, legally, and effectively.
10:45 AM – 11:40 AM	Termite Behavior and Baiting Control Presented by Jason Meyers, Ph.D., Senior Technical Services Rep, BASF This session will cover termite biology and behavior, delve into new studies and technologies, and discuss termite baiting basics and beyond - including best placements and other key practices necessary for a successful termite baiting program.
11:45 AM - 12:15 PM	Maryland Department Of Agriculture Presented by Alexander Lehmann, Maryland Department of Agriculture Updates from the Maryland Department of Agriculture Pesticide Regulation Section. New laws and regulations, online testing option, CEU breakdown, violation occurrences and how to solve them.
12:15 PM - 12:30 PM	Conclusion and Documentation