Supporting Partners
SPMA works closely with several government bodies, key organisations and project committees. Here is a summary of the role that SPMA plays in these organisations:
National Environment Agency (NEA)
The National Environment Agency (NEA) is the leading public organisation responsible for ensuring a clean and sustainable environment for Singapore. Its key roles are to improve and sustain a clean environment, promote sustainability and resource efficiency, maintain high public health standards, provide timely and reliable meteorological information, and encourage a vibrant hawker culture. NEA works closely with its partners and the community to develop and spearhead environmental and public health initiatives and programmes. It is committed to motivating every individual to care for the environment as a way of life, in order to build a liveable and sustainable Singapore for present and future generations.
To uplift the pest management sector and to better synergise cleaning, waste management and pest management services, NEA has integrated the pest management sector into its Environmental Services Industry Transformation Map (ES ITM) since 2019. With the integration, SPMA works closely with NEA to implement initiatives and programmes that aim to raise the productivity and standards, promote growth and create better jobs for the pest management sector.
Inter-Agency Dengue Task Force (IADTF)
Since the inception of the IADTF in 2005, SPMA has been a very active member in supporting dengue prevention initiatives. The IADTF comprises 26 public, private and professional organisations, including the NEA, LTA and Town Councils to coordinate dengue prevention efforts to further minimise and control the vector population.
As a member of the PHC, the SPMA has worked to promote good hygiene practices and cleanliness in Singapore. SPMA regularly participates in the Keep Clean, Singapore! lifestyle and movement.
Workplace Safety and Health Council (WSHC)
SPMA is also a member of the WSHC and works with the WSHC to promote safe work environments for the pest management industry.
Singapore Chemical Industry Council (SCIC)
The SCIC is the official industry association representing the Singapore chemical industry in the private sector. Although most pesticides used today have low toxicity levels, SPMA still supports SCIC’s initiatives to drive continuous improvement in health, safety and environmental (HSE) performance.
Wild Animal Legislation Review Committee
Amendments are being proposed to the Wild Animals and Birds Act. These amendments would make the feeding of wild animals and birds banned and also regulate the release and handling of wildlife. Although the pest management industry primarily deals with the treatment and prevention of vectors, our Pest Control Operators are often called to deal with animals such as bees, snakes, birds, cats and monkeys, all of which would become protected under the proposed amendments.
SPMA is representing the interests of the pest management industry on this Wild Animal Legislation Review Committee.
Federation of Asian and Oceania Pest Management Associations
FAOPMA was established by members from Asia and Oceania to promote and develop the professional pest management industry throughout the region. As a member of FAOMPA, SPMA represents the interests and experiences of the Singapore pest management industry on an international stage.