Class Registration If you would like to register or for more information on any of these classes
please call us at 800.462.2151 or e-mail us at ken.downey@hotmail.com
Our office address is 2515 Cleveland Hwy. Suite 5, Dalton, GA 30721
Classes are held at the Country Inn
903 West Bridge Rd., Dalton, GA 30720
Hotel Information:
Country Inn and Suites 706-278-9700 / 1-800-596-2375 US/Canada Toll-free
Rates; $80.00 Complimentary Breakfast
903 West Bridge Rd. Dalton, GA 30720
This is the most recommended, most comprehensive inspector course there is.
Carpet Inspector School*
Inspectors Class Fees: $1395.00
FCITS CCIA Members: $1350.00
2013
Class registration is 8:30 - 9:00 am
Jul 15-19
Sep 9-13
Nov 18-22
Classes cover all phases of manufacturing, dyeing, finishing, installation
Advanced fiber identification
Marketing: where and how to get your business started
Mill tours: everything from Berbers to dying as well as finishing with different types of backing.
Inspecting tools, go to work with the correct equipment to do the inspection right
Report writing, Do the report so it will hold up in a court of law.
Sub-floor/substrate preparation, concrete, wood or plywood, approved and non-approved along with levelers and patch.
Moisture testing, learn the proper way to do concrete testing, ASTM F-1869-04 (Calcium Chloride) and ASTM F-2170-02 (RH in-suit)
Installation-what to look for to check to see if the installation is done properly
Repairs that the average installer cannot do. With this course you will have the tools you need to start a new career.
Carpet Cleaning; describe the advantages and disadvantages of different cleaning methods.
These courses award 2 IICRC-CEC credits
Hard Surface Inspector School*
Inspectors Class Fees: $1395.00
FCITS CCIA Members: $1350.00
2013
Class registration is 8:30 - 9:00 am
Jun 10-14
Aug 12-16
Oct 14 - 18
Dec 9-13
Our Hard surface classes will include a tour of Shaw's Laminate Plant and their new Installation Procedures and defects training facility. The different ways laminate floors are made and installed.
Wood Floor: what to look for on a wood inspection and the proper procedures on engineered and solid linoleum, vinyl, rubber, rotogravure vinyl, inlaid vinyl
Ceramics, stones, in all phases of manufacturing, installation.
Claim handling, report writing, marketing.
Tools needed to do the job right.
Sub floor/substrate preparation, concrete, wood or plywood, approved and non-approved along with levelers and patch, etc.
This course covers a lot for 5 days. It is a start to the world of hard surface inspections.
AT THE REQUEST OF THE MANUFACTURERS,
WE ARE ADDING THIS MUCH NEEDED CLASS TO OUR SCHEDULE.
Inspectors' Report Writing has become an issue with the manufacturers. Two written complaints about inaccurate, incomplete, reports made by the manufacturers will result in the MANDATORY ATTENDANCE OF A REPORT WRITING CLASS OR POSSIBLE REVOCATION OF THE CITED INSPECTOR'S CERTIFICATE.
Class to be held at:
Country Inn and Suites
Dalton, GA
Class Fee $600 - Deposit of $300 upon registration
LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE!
CALL THE OFFICE TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT IMMEDIATELY!!
TO ALL FLOORING INSPECTORS
We will be having a recertification class in Albany, NY - June 24-25
We really need to get at least 8 registered members, so if you are interested, please get registered ASAP.
To be Held at:
Holiday Inn Express - Downtown
300 Broadway, Albany, NY 12207
Phone: 518-434-4111
We will also be scheduling a class in central Florida in late summer, so be sure to check your e-mails!
Class fee: $650.00 CCIA Members • $700.00 Non Members
Ken Downey will be teaching about;
• Report Writing
• Commercial Flooring • New ANSI Standards:
• S600 Installation Guidelines
• S800 Inspection Guidelines
• ASTM 1869 & 2170:
• Moisture testing/Rh and Calcium Chloride
• New Products
Call the office if you are interested: 800-462-2151
EXPO 2013 July 25-26, 2013
for Inspectors, Claims analysts, Mill Reps and Speakers
The Expo will be held at
the Northwest Georgia Trade and Convention Center Lunch will be provided on both days
July 27 2013: Our 25 Year Celebration at Heritage Point
FCITS 25 Year Celebration FOOD... LIVE BAND and lots of FUN
11:00-2:00
$600.00 for CCIA members
$650.00 for non-members
The seminar will include information about the new ANSI Installation Guidelines,
ANSI Inspection Guidelines
and more!!!!!
In the class we will discuss in detail these 2 standards, show the proper way to remove existing floor covering, adhesive removal, floor preparation (abrading) and the most simple way to place the test kits. The ASTM 1869 is the standard for what we refer to as the calcium chloride test.
The ASTM 2170 is the in situ or Relative Humidity test for a concrete slab. We will also discuss and demonstrate proper techniques for this test, as it is quickly becoming the "go to" test for moisture content of the concrete slab.
Instructor Ken Downey
May 2-3, 2013 (after COVERINGS)
$700.00 non-members • $650.00 CCIA members
Call and reserve your spot: 800-462-2151 (Location to be announced later in Dalton)
This re-certification course is a program completely online. We provide you web addresses and you go to the web sites to find the answers. While trying to find the answers you will see and learn new information. We will e-mail the test.
PLEASE... IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU
MAINTAIN YOUR CERTIFICATION!!
Certified Claims Inspection Assoc. is a 2 year membership that includes a listing on the FCITS WEB Site. The listing will include your inspection credentials. The site is free to all in need of consulting services or inspections. As a CCIA member, you'll receive technical information and help on inspections, report writing and more. Future classes will be offered at a discount.
The CCIA Registry is a listing of Certified Inspectors in North America current with Flooring Industry Standards and Regulations. This referral service is free to manufacturers, distributors, retailers/dealers (Home Depot and Lowes), installers, cleaners, yarn producers, adhesive suppliers, cushion manufacturers, architects, interior designers, insurance companies, contractors, attorneys, consumers, restaurants, hospitals, municipalities, government facilities, schools, property management companies, national accounts and other associates. FCITS does offer other inspection services. Please contact the office for further information.
Membership Fees Individual Membership Fee: $300.00 for 2 years
Corporate Membership Fee: $450.00 for 2 years
Corporate Membership: this is for a business that will be sending more than one person for certification, they will get discounts for anyone that comes to class and you can get corporate listing in our Registry.
A 50% deposit is required, Visa, Mastercard, or checks are accepted.
Cancellation must occur at least 2 weeks prior to class, or the deposit will not be refunded.
If you would like to register or for more information on any of these classes
please call us at 800.462.2151
or e-mail ken.downey@hotmail.com
Kenny Downey has been in the flooring industries since 1977. He began his career in manufacturing and moved into installation in 1979. For more than 25 years he worked in installation doing both commercial and residential work. In 2004, he joined Shaw Industries' hard surface division as a field service supervisor. He traveled around the country conducting seminars and claim inspections. In 2005, he went to Beaulieu of America as the Senior Manager of Technical Services where he started an in-house training program in addition to handling the company's inspection needs.
Kenny is certified by FCITS for carpeting and hard surface, NWFA for hardwood, CTEF for ceramic tile, CFI for installation, and IICRC for carpet cleaning.
Kenny has four children and three grandchildren. He resides in Chatsworth, GA.
Kenny Downey has been in the flooring industries since 1977. He began his career in manufacturing and moved into installation in 1979. For more than 25 years he worked in installation doing both commercial and residential work. In 2004, he joined Shaw Industries' hard surface division as a field service supervisor. He traveled around the country conducting seminars and claim inspections. In 2005, he went to Beaulieu of America as the Senior Manager of Technical Services where he started an in-house training program in addition to handling the company's inspection needs.