Like the boy that cried wolf, some fire professionals have been hearing about the first-ever internationally accredited fire restoration standard for a long time – or what feels like a long time – and a yeah, call me when it’s done reaction is understandable. Yet it seems a larger group, a majority of fire damage contractors, aren’t even aware development is underway.
Restoration Industry Association (RIA) will be running their third Australian annual event, the RIA Conference & Tradeshow. Experience the industry’s original exposition dedicated to restoration and cleaning technology.
There’s something about this industry that I truly believe is unique to restorers. It’s difficult for those who have known nothing but restoration to recognize, but for anyone coming in from the “outside,” you feel it as soon as you meet your first fellow restorer.
Start your spring event season off strong with RIA in 2018. Featuring an array of education sessions focused on current issues and trends facing the restoration industry, plus networking opportunities to connection with your peers, this event is not to be missed!
Serving on the board is a great way for you to shape the evolution and policy of the organization and it also provides you with an opportunity to give back to the industry.
On Thursday, Nov. 9, RTPEs will meet for their first round table meeting to discuss the future of the RTPE program and explore successes and opportunities shared among those who possess the RTPE designation.
As Hurricane Irma continues to leave her mark on Florida and surrounding states, and the impact of Hurricane Harvey continues to devastate parts of Texas and the Gulf Coast, many of our members will be tirelessly working to help those in need.
