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Wednesday, September 28th, 2011
Abita Springs, LA
Doug Hoffman, Executive Director of NORMI (National Organization of Remediators and Mold Inspectors) announced last night on CE Training that the month of October will be dedicated to the memory of Della White, NORMI Director, who succombed to breast cancer in January of 2011. October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
“Della dedicated her life to developing relationships because she loved people,” said Doug Hoffman. “She set a high bar for NORMI to create an environment in which people felt important, because they are! She wanted people to succeed and worked hard to make sure our training and certification processes led people to the success they desired. Every single member was important to her.”
An estimated 207,090 new cases of invasive breast cancer were diagnosed in women in the US in 2010 and nearly 40,000 women died as a result of breast cancer. Although, according to the US Bureau of Statistics, breast cancer incidence rates in the US decreased by about 2% per year from 1999 to 2006, every death touches families and friends all across the US. Della White’s life touched thousands of people and her legacy will continue to be upheld by those who loved her.
NORMI has partnered with NORMIPro Environmental TASC Force (www.NORMIProETF.com) to provide opportunities throughout the month of October to donate a portion of their expenditures or profits to the Della White Cancer Research foundation, administered by her daughter, Jenna Piazza. NORMI is encouraging its strategic partners to share in the effort in whatever form they feel comfortable.
For more information, please contact NORMI at 877.251.2296 or go directly to www.NORMIProETF.com to contribute to the cause.
Tags: Breast Cancer Awareness Month, cancer research, Della White, donations, Environmental TASC Force, normi, normiproetf, October
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Tuesday, August 2nd, 2011
Abita Springs, 08/02/2011
NORMI, the National Organization of Remediators and Mold Inspectors, announced today that mold classes have been scheduled in Pennsylvania to meet the new Commonwealth of Virginia DPOR Mold Licensing Law and give Pennsylvania mold professionals the training and credibility they need to succeed in the marketplace. The classes will be held at Schaper’s Supply in Philadelphia, PA on 09/27-29/11 and include the 16 hour Mold Worker, 24 hour Mold Remediator Supervisor and 24 hour Mold Inspector courses. Each course offers a proctored examination at the end of the final day and provides the needed paperwork to secure Virginia licensing. NORMI was approved in July as a training provider for the Virginia Mold Licensing law as well as Louisiana and Florida and is scheduling classes throughout the eastern seaboard to meet these licensing requirements.
“We are excited to be able to offer a regional training in Pennsylvania,” said Doug Hoffman, CEO of NORMI. “Training is essential for mold professionals who want to do it right and the public will be protected when they hire a NORMI pro! Our goal is to train as many professionals who want to enter this industry or expand their knowledge to include a better understanding of the IICRC, NYC Guidelines and EPA standards. This is a great opportunity for all mold professionals who want to perfect their craft!”
Classes are listed at www.BestTrainingSchool.com where students can register with a small down payment or call 888.856.4803 to register by phone. A fax registration is also available at the online registration website. For more information about NORMI, contact 877.251.2296 or email support@normi.org
Tags: best training school, certified Mold Assessor, Certified Mold Remediator, corrosive drywall, Florida, mold, normi, toxic mold, training, Virginia
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Tuesday, August 2nd, 2011
Abita Springs, 08/02/2011
NORMI, the National Organization of Remediators and Mold Inspectors, announced today that classes have been scheduled in Virginia to meet the new Commonwealth of Virginia DPOR Mold Licensing Law. The classes will be held at the Holiday Inn–Eisenhower in Alexandria, Virginia on 08/24-26/11 and include the 16 hour Mold Worker, 24 hour Mold Remediator Supervisor and 24 hour Mold Inspector courses. Each course offers a proctored examination at the end of the final day and provides the needed paperwork to secure Virginia licensing. NORMI was approved in July as a training provider for the Virginia Mold Licensing law and is scheduling classes throughout the eastern seaboard to meet this licensing requirement.
“We are excited to be able to offer a regional training in Virginia,” said Doug Hoffman, CEO of NORMI. “We have been in discussion with the state for four years in regards to this new licensing requirement and extremely that the legislature took such a common sense, business-friendly approach to the licensing requirement. Training is essential for mold professionals who want to do it right and the public will be protected when they hire a NORMI pro! Our goal is to train as many professionals who want to enter this industry or expand their knowledge to include a better understanding of the IICRC, NYC Guidelines and EPA standards. This is a great day for the public and professionals!”
Classes are listed at www.BestTrainingSchool.com where students can register with a small down payment or call 888.856.4803 to register by phone. A fax registration is also available at the online registration website. For more information about NORMI, contact 877.251.2296 or email support@normi.org
Tags: accreditation, assessor, best training school, certifications, credentials, inspector, mold remediation, normi, remediation supervisor, Virginia, Virginia mold licensing
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Tuesday, July 19th, 2011
Abita Springs, LA
The Commonwealth of Virginia legislature has put into place a Mold Licensing Law regulating work in the mold industry effective July 1, 2011. Professionals must be licensed in three areas of expertise, namely Mold Remediation Worker, Mold Remediation Supervisor and Mold Inspector. Additionally, NORMI, the National Organization of Remediators and Mold Inspectors has been approved as a training provider to train and test applicants in preparation for licensure. To qualify, each license requires the licensee to be trained in the areas of their preferred interest and such training is now available at www.BestTrainingSchool.com
“NORMI continues to gain credibility through its training partners and certifications and this is yet another State that recognizes the work we accomplish through our professional membership and administrative team,” said Doug Hoffman, Executive Director of NORMI. “We believe the regulation of this industry is imperative to protecting the public and the professionals who need recognition that they are doing their work competently, efficiently and at a fair price to the public. We are very proud of the designation the Commonwealth of Virginia has bestowed upon us and our team. With FL, LA, VA and many other states recognizing our efforts, those interested in learning how to grow their business in this economy should take a look at what we have to offer in terms of insurance benefits, member support and continuing education opportunites.”
Virginia licensing requires the proper training and a proctored examination and these regulations are met by the training programs now available at www.BestTrainingSchool.com For more information, please contact NORMI at 877.251.2296 or Best Training School, LLC at 888.856.4803
Tags: best training school, mold inspector, mold licensing, normi, remediation, remediators, supervisor, Virginia, Virginia Licensing Law
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Wednesday, July 6th, 2011
Abita Springs, July 5, 2011
NORMI, the National Organization of Remediators and Mold Inspectors has been approved as a Lead RRP Training Provider for the State of Georgia. Since the enactment of the EPA RRP program, several States have joined the ranks of those already approved by the EPA to administer their program. Georgia was recently approved and has begun agressively informing the contractors of the new regulations.
“We were approved as a national training provider for the EPA Lead RRP program last summer,” announced Doug Hoffman, Principal Course Manager and CEO of NORMI. “To receive this kind of support and recognition from the individual States, like Georgia, is especially rewarding and clearly substantiates our position of one of the best training organizations in the country. This industry is all about credibility and we work hard to get that kind of credibility so our members will have a stronger place in the marketplace.”
The EPA Lead RRP program requires contractors to test for and, if necessary, remediate lead from pre-1978 homes. As contractors are trained and certified, the property owner becomes aware of a program that has been, for the most part, “under the radar”. The fines associated with non-compliance have become a major incentive causing contractors to seek credible training providers.
For more information on Lead RRP classes see www.BestTrainingSchool.com or contact NORMI at 877.251.2296
Tags: epa lead rrp, lead certification, Lead RRP, normi, State of Georgia
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Thursday, May 19th, 2011
Window World of St. Louis Inc. has agreed to pay a $19,529 civil penalty to the United States to settle allegations that it failed to notify owners and occupants of at least 20 St. Louis-area residential properties built before 1978 of lead-based paint risks prior to performing renovation work at those locations.
The window replacement company, located in Maryland Heights, was legally required to provide owners and residents of the properties with a regulator-approved lead hazard information pamphlet before starting renovations at the properties, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency said Thursday.
The regulation is intended to protect owners and occupants of residential properties, child-care facilities and schools built before 1978 from health risks associated with lead-based paint, EPA officials said.
As part of its settlement with EPA, and in addition to paying the $19,529 civil penalty, Window World of St. Louis also has agreed to spend an estimated $20,048 to replace a total of 73 old windows contaminated with lead paint at three group homes operated by the nonprofit social services organization Youth in Need. Those facilities are located at 1420 N. Third St., 516 Jefferson St. and 529 Jefferson St. in St. Charles, Mo.
Lead-based paint was banned for residential use in the United States in 1978. Most homes built before 1978 contain some amount of lead-based paint, and subsequent renovation activity of such properties can cause occupants to be exposed to dust, chips and debris that contain lead.
REPRINTED FROM: St. Louis Business Journal
Date: Thursday, March 31, 2011, 11:27am CDT – Last Modified: Thursday, March 31, 2011, 11:46am CDT
Tags: best training school, certification, EPA fines, EPA RRP, Lead RRP, normi
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Friday, April 8th, 2011
Abita Springs, LA
NORMI, the National Organization of Remediators and Mold Inspectors, announced today that a very important step in the direction of changing the current Mold-Related Services Licensing Law was taken in Tallahassee by the House of Representatives passing legislation that would deregulate 14 businesses, professions and occupations. The bill passed along party lines with a 77-38 roll call vote and Republicans touted it as a victory for the consumer and businessman while Democrats complained that this type of deregulation puts the public at risk.
The bill deregulates sports agents; auctioneers; sellers of business opportunities; charitable organizations; hair braiders; dance studios; health studios; instra-state movers; sellers of travel; travel agents; telemarketing; and yacht brokers. Those in the mold industry successfully lobbied to have the Mold-Related Services Licensing Law removed from this bill and legislators introduced another bill, HB 5007 that would not deregulate but revise the existing law which went into effect July 1, 2010.
“It is our opinion that deregulation was not the route to take,” said NORMI Executive Director Doug Hoffman, “but we do believe that a ‘tweaking’ of the current law would enhance the ability of mold professionals to do their work more efficiently. Though we are still looking closely at HB 5007, it appears to benefit the profession while continuing to protect the public from unscrupulous assessors and remediators who have plagued this profession for years. We are pleased that the law was not completely repealed and Florida seems to be setting standard that, in our opinion, could and should be accepted by other states.”
The House also voted 80-38 passing HB 5007 that would reduce penalties for violating business regulations and modifying various regulations including a reduction in licensing, examination and training for mold assessors and remediators. Rep. Franklin Sands, D-Weston, argued, “people will die” because of the mold changes. He went on to say, “The charlatans and the scammers are going to move to Florida to be in the mold and mildew business.”
According to legislative experts, the bill’s prospects are uncertain when it goes to the Senate because no similar legislation has been filed there as yet.
NORMI was established on July 4, 2004 to provide training and certification for mold professionals throughout the United States, Canada and Europe. NORMI is also an approved Training Provider for the Mold-Related Services Board (#0003605) and CILB (#050148598) under the DBPR in the State of Florida. For more information on training programs, certification processes, or mold, in general, you may contact NORMI at 877.251.2296 or contact support@normi.org
Tags: Florida, licensing, mold legislation, normi, remediators, stachybotrys
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Thursday, March 10th, 2011
Abita Springs, LA–
Enforcement has begun on the EPA Lead RRP program. The fines are stiff, up to $37,500 per violation! So, read on and then answer the question, “Have you been trained?”
While agents may be quite busy with the leads provided by tips and anonymous calls, townships have begun to require the certification in order to obtain a permit, insurers are not renewing policies without it, and law firms are buying up web space in anticipation of many lead paint poisoning cases to pursue;things we are confident will not adversely impact our course graduates!
In speaking with EPA agents, the tone is one of common sense. No one is looking to levy a fine against contractors who are making a good faith effort to comply. One might paraphrase to say that agents aren’t going to come measure the poly on the floor, but there had better BE poly to protect the site or you will face a willful violation. The goal should be for contractors to keep their customers and crew safe and healthy. Agents we spoke to also stressed the importance of safety for the purpose of guarding against litigation. The EPA’s current posture is one of educating, not alienating. Agents seemed understanding of the rigors of compliance and eager to help with questions and issues.
Just this week we received a telephone call from a member who had taken our class but lost his certificate. The Federal Agent who visited him onsite was friendly enough but not very forgiving about the certificate. We got a panic call requesting a duplicate.
So, the EPA is in the marketplace checking to see if you’ve been trained. If you haven’t you may jeopardize the business you’ve built and the assets you’ve accumulated. Don’t delay, consider how you can get trained TODAY. There are many ways to get the training you need and NORMI, as an approved EPA training provider, recommends you visit www.BestTrainingSchool.com to check for a class in your area. It’s the only smart thing to do!
Tags: $37, 500 fine, approved EPA training provider, best training school, epa, Lead RRP, normi
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Tuesday, January 11th, 2011
Abita Springs, LA
The BTS Mold Assessor and Mold Remediator Course was recently approved by the State of Florida Mold-Related Services Board for Continuing Education credits, Approved Course #0000001. NORMI, the National Organization of Remediators and Mold Inspectors, became an approved training provider by the State of Florida for both the CILB (Constructon Industry Licensing Board Course Provider #050148598) and the MRS (Mold-Related Services Board Course Provider #0003605)) and is now offering this approved course through its primary training provider, Best Training School.
“This is a big day for NORMI,” reported Doug Hoffman, Executive Director of NORMI. “It appears that we are one of the FEW who have actually been approved by the State of Florida to offer a course that qualifies for CE credits toward licensure and this should give added confidence to those who take this course that we are on the right track. There are a lot of training providers in the marketplace but when a course is vetted and accepted by this board, you have to KNOW that it’s doing the right job.”
Lance Eisen, COO of NORMI, said, “The new State of Florida licensing law requires 14 hours of continuing education every two years to renew your mold assessor and/or mold remediator license. This course provides the needed hours and, more importantly, supports the generally accepted ‘Standards of Practice’ as developed from the IICRC, NYC Guidelines, and EPA. This course is probably the most comprehensive onsite course available in the marketplace and we think the State of Florida is confirming that positioning.”
For more information on this approved course, please go to www.BestTrainingSchool.com or call 888.856.4803 or for more information on NORMI as an approved training provider for your state, please contact NORMI at 877.251.2296 or email support@normi.org
Tags: best training school, ceus, florida license, iicrc, mold-related services, normi, renewal, training provider
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Saturday, November 20th, 2010
Abita Springs, LA
The new EPA Regulations go into effect January 1, 2011 when all contractors, remodelers, inspectors or other professionals who work on pre-1978 homes must be trained and certified in lead inspection and removal. Non-compliance could result in a fine of up to $37,500 by the EPA.
In an effort to help expedite the training process, LaVerne Scheetz, Principal Course Instructor for the NORMI/EPA Lead RRP program has been scheduled for a class in Harleysville, PA on Friday, December 10, 2010. This class meets all the EPA regulations and offers a dual certification which includes the EPA and NORMI certification for Lead RRP.
“As an approved training provider”, said Doug Hoffman, Executive Director of NORMI, the National Organization of Remediators and Mold Inspectors, “we have been moving across the country providing this training to construction professionals. Our intention is to continue teaching this program and the subsequent refresher courses so that no professional will be ‘caught’ in non-compliance. The public needs to know about this requirement and it looks like the EPA is relying on the trained professional to pass along the proper information.”
LaVerne Scheetz was certified by NORMI as a NORMI/EPA Lead RRP Principal Course Instructor in August of this year and has taught in Pennsylvania and Florida. Her credentials make her highly qualified to conduct this course and she makes the otherwise dull course interesting and relevant.
For more information on NORMI, please contact them at support@normi.org or call 877.251.2296
Tags: best training school, certification, LaVerne Scheetz, Lead RRP, normi
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