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IICRC News: June 2016: Meetings & Consensus Bodies

June 9, 2016

On April 9, the IICRC’s Certification Council meeting welcomed more than 60 school administrators, instructors and allied affiliates to the Georgia Tech Hotel and Conference Center in Atlanta.

A Giving Spirit: J.C. Restoration Packs 116,640 Life-Saving Meals

June 7, 2016

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Meals can feed 319 children for an entire year.

Interstate Restoration's Acquisition of FirstOnSite Creates Industry Giant

Finalized deal creates second largest restoration company in North America

June 7, 2016

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As a result of the transaction, Interstate Restoration becomes a company of $300 million annual revenues, with nearly 1,250 employees operating in both countries.

RIA News for June 2016: The Passing of Butch Carpenter, S500 Changes, & Forensic Restoration

June 7, 2016

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The restoration industry has lost one of its trailblazers. Hubert T. Carpenter, known to his friends as Butch, passed away on April 11 2016 in his home in Lincoln (Sacramento), Calif., with his wife Michelle and daughters Nicole and Jaclyn by his side.

Crime Scene Cleanup Certification Course Now Available in Spanish

Courses qualify for two CEC's through IICRC.

June 2, 2016

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Many Spanish-speaking people in the restoration industry have been locked out of this opportunity due to the fact that there was no training and certification available in Spanish.

Contractor Connection Preview: Find a Way 2016

June 2, 2016

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In the insurance restoration and repair industry, it’s tough to find an event as valuable in terms of educational opportunities and networking as the annual Contractor Connection Conference & Expo.

IICRC Names Jim Carfield Winner of 2016 Keith Williams Award

May 26, 2016

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Carfield got his start in the restoration industry more than four decades ago.

Restoration Undercover: AdvantaClean CEO to Appear on Undercover Boss NEXT Season

For one week, Jeff Dudan worked alongside employees to complete routine tasks, including air duct cleaning, mold remediation, and water damage recovery.

May 26, 2016

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Dudan hopes appearance on show will set a higher standard for the brand across its entire franchise system and pave the way for further expansion

DEADLINE APPROACHING! Win a Trip to See Someone You Miss by 1-800-PACK-RAT

Get involved in the second annual #MissYouMay social media contest

May 24, 2016

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Entries are accepted on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram and the entries must tag @1800PACKRAT and use the hashtag #MissYouMay.

Making a Difference for Kids: 1-800-PACK-RAT Supports Red Nose Day

Company mixes fun with raising awareness for a good cause.

May 24, 2016

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Company is encouraging employees to get silly for a good cause.

Stop Using the “Drink Test” for Water Loss Classification

Vince Scarfo Lead Government Affairs Advocacy

The Restoration Industry Association Appoints Vince Scarfo to Lead Government Affairs Advocacy

Asbestos 101: What Restorers Need to Know About Testing, Work Practices, and Compliance

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