According to record retention rules, when must records be created?

Records must be created immediately after the service is completed to ensure that all pertinent information is documented accurately and in a timely manner. This practice allows for an efficient review of the services performed, helps maintain accountability, and ensures compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Timely documentation also aids in providing superior customer service and resolving any potential disputes that may arise later, as all actions and observations related to the service will be fresh in memory at the time of recording. This is critical in the pest control industry, where detailed records are necessary for ongoing pest management strategies and for keeping track of treatments administered.

Creating records at the end of the month, once a week, or only when requested by a customer would not provide the same level of accuracy or responsiveness, potentially leading to discrepancies or missing critical information.