Restoration Training/Education

RIA News | August 2016 Update

September 2, 2016

Register now for RIA Advanced Certification Prep Course and Exam, and see the new details released on RIA's Focus on Forensics Conference.

Ask Annissa: Can I Save Bedding (Mattress Included) After a Fire?

Annissa Coy

September 1, 2016

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In some rare cases, bedding and mattresses are salvageable.

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How Do You Know That Concrete is Dry?

Moisture content, measuring methods, and meanings

Andrew Rynhart

August 18, 2016

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When drying concrete after water intrusions, it is important to monitor and measure the moisture content of the concrete in two phases: First during the drying phase; and again after the drying is complete.

Balancing Safety & Effectiveness: Hydrogen Peroxide-Based Cleaners in Crime & Trauma Scene Restoration

Stephen Leung

August 17, 2016

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Spraying with a diluted solution of hydrogen peroxide can make the task of finding and cleaning blood spatter much easier.

Ask Annissa: Should I Pack Contents According to Cleaning Method?

Annissa Coy

August 11, 2016

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Should all items, regardless of cleaning method, be packed together? Or should they be grouped by cleaning station?

The Experience: A Show Outside the Box

August 9, 2016

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The expo, the breakout sessions, the keynotes and networking times. Those are the basic elements to just about any expo and trade show, no matter the industry.

What's the Big Deal with Forensic & Crime Scene Restoration?

As niche remediation market grows, so do training opportunities.

Michelle Blevins

August 9, 2016

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Ahead of RIA's Focus on Forensics Technical Conference, two industry experts shed light and awareness on key topics related to forensic, biohazard, and crime scene cleanup.

Hazardous Building Materials 101

Cindy Baldwin CIH, FAIHA, Senior Industrial Hygienist

August 8, 2016

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It is important to identify hazardous building materials before beginning a restoration or remediation project.

Register Now for RIA Advanced Certification Prep Course & Exam

August 5, 2016

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Individuals interested in obtaining an RIA certification will have an opportunity this fall to obtain any of the three certifications offered by the association.