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 me at fcits_nancy@msn.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 www.countryinns.com/fcits
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
2012
Class registration is 8:30 - 9:00 am
Feb 20 - 24
Apr 23 - 27
Jun 25 - 29
Aug 20 - 24
Oct 22 - 26
Dec 10 - 14
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
2012
Class registration is 8:30 - 9:00 am
Jan 23 - 27
Mar 19 - 23
May 14 - 18
Jul 16 - 20
Sep 17 - 21
Nov 12 - 16
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.
$700.00 for CCIA and $750.00 for non-membersHoliday Inn
The class will be based on Commercial Inspections. A lot of Manufacturers are requiring that you have a Commercial Certification to do a Commercial Inspection. John Garger with Tandus Commercial and Warner Braun with CRI will be among the speakers. Jen and I are still working on the line up of speakers. There is also going to be a meet and greet session with claims analyst. There will be a relaxing walk around eat and mingle session, nothing formal.
We will keep you informed on more arrangements. We are offering specials for those who want to sign up early, this will also help us with a head count.
If you sign up before March 1st the fee is $600.00.
Then the fee is $650.00 if you sign up between 3/2 and 5/1.
After that the fee is $700.00, remember you will get a Commercial Certification for attending this class and this will also get you re-certified.
If you have any questions please call the office, 800-462-2151.
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!!
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 me at fcits_nancy@msn.com
Kenny Downey, 51 years old, 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 and his wife, Lesa, have four children and three grandchildren. The couple resides in Rocky Face, GA.
Kenny Downey, 51 years old, 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.