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RIA News: November 2018

RIA News
November 2, 2018

Last Chance! Attend the Forensic Restoration Conference

November 15-16, 2018

Cincinnati, Ohio

The 2018 Forensic Restoration Conference is just around the corner. Taking place in Cincinnati on Nov. 15-16, don’t miss the opportunity to participate in discussions on high-risk environmental threats, networking with other restorers and hands-on training exercises. The event offers a carefully selected mix of topics and presentations that provide essential overview information and opportunities to build detailed technical skills.

Sessions will include:

  • A Global Review of Potential Emerging Pandemic Organisms
  • Fentanyl Decontamination: The Dangers and the Latest Science of What Works: Bowling Green Center for Future of Forensic Science
  • An Objective Evaluation of the Numerous High-Level Decontamination Systems That are Available for Biological Hazards
  • Thinking the Unthinkable: Preparing to Respond to a Public Contamination Incident
  • Hoarders: The Biological, Fire and Structural Dangers of Hoarding
  • Panel Discussion: How to Market Forensic Restoration

Don’t wait any longer – register now at restorationindustry.org/Forensic2018.


Don’t Miss the Contents Loss Specialist Prep Course and Exam

Dec. 11-13, 2018

Nashville, Tennessee 

RIA is excited to launch the Contents Loss Specialist (CLS) Advanced Certification Program. The CLS program is one of the four pillars of the enhanced Certified Restorer (CR) program. Attend the inaugural class for the new CLS certification this December.

The CLS Prep Course and Exam assists Contents Restoration Specialists across the country and internationally. This training program is not only top of the line as far as content, but it also brings a systematic approach to the way contents are dealt with in general.

Sign up for the CLS Prep Course and Exam today at restorationindustry.org.


Save the Date for the RIA 2019 International Restoration Convention + Industry Expo

April 30 - May 2, 2019

Phoenix, Arizona

Join us at the Phoenix Convention Center for the 2019 International Restoration Convention + Industry Expo, the premier event developed by contractors, for contractors. Perfectly timed around other industry events you might attend, the RIA conference will take place in the spring of 2019.

As always, this event will feature an array of education sessions focused on relevant issues and trends facing the restoration industry. You will have an opportunity to meet fellow restoration and cleaning industry professionals to expand your connections and grow your network in the industry. With robust education, valuable networking and an innovative expo all in one place, this event is not to be missed!

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