FCITS Class Schedule

Phone: 1.800.462.2151
E-mail: info@fcits.org

FCITS - located in the Heart of the Floor Manufacturing Industry - Dalton, Georgia
All courses award 2 IICRC-CEC credits.


 

2009 Class Schedule
This is the most recommended, most comprehensive inspector course there is.
Carpet Inspector School*
Inspectors Class Fees: $1395.00
FCITS CCIA Members: $1350.00
2009
Class registration is 8:30 - 9:00 am
Nov 16-20 2009
2010
Jan 11 - 15 Mar 29 - Apr 2
Jun 21 - 25 Aug 30 - Sep 3
Nov 29 - Dec 3
  • 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
2009
Class registration is 8:30 - 9:00 am
Dec 7-11 2009
2010
Feb 15-19 May 10 - 14
Jul 26 - 30 Oct 18 - 22
   
  • 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.
  • These courses award 2 IICRC-CEC credits
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Class Registration
Our classes are now being held now at the Holiday Inn
879 College Dr, Dalton GA
holidayinn.com/daltonga
This hotel is like a Las Vegas style hotel, indoor pool and restaurant.
Room rate: $107.00
Holiday Inn phone: 706.529.6000
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 me at fcits_nancy@msn.com
Our new address is 2208 Cleveland Hwy., Suite H, Dalton, GA 30721

Substrate and Moisture Testing Class
with look at new Infrared Camera
December 17 & 18, 2009

$650.00 CCIA Member $700.00 Non-member
More information coming soon

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Commercial Inspection School
January 26-29, 2010

Cost: $995.00 / CCIA Members: $950.00

Some of the issues that will be addressed in the four day class:
   • Shaw Carpet Tile: Production and Defects
   • Forbo Flooring Systems Presentation
   • Mohawk Industries Presentation:
      • What do they want from an Inspector?
      • Writing a report for Mohawk.
   • Concrete:
        • What makes it up?
        • How does it affect floorcoverings?
        • The proper way to do moisture testing.
• Vinyl:
Heat Welding and Flash Covering
• Adhesives:
What to look for and an Adhesive Manufacturing Tour

Sign up today! Space is limited and the class is filling up fast!

For information on any of the classes. please call the office, 800-462-2151. We will be posting the 2010 schedule soon and more information on the classes above. If you sign up for any of the classes and pay a deposit, we will update you on the Internet.


Flooring Inspectors Expo
June 17-18, 2010

There will be speakers, to be announced at a later date. Dinner with claims analyst and professional comedian, Rik Roberts, and final day with break-outs showing tools and other demonstrations.

Class fee; CCIA Members $500.00 non-members $550.00

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Re-certification Course by E-mail
Cost $450.00

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 email the test.

PLEASE...IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU
MAINTAIN YOUR CERTIFICATION!!

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Certified Claims Inspectors Association, CCIA
  • 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 industry newsletter is included with the latest technical information, new product offers (discounted) and other features for the Floor Covering Inspector.  Members also receive a personalized I.D. card.

    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 me at fcits_nancy@msn.com

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