January 2021 updates from the IICRC.

On October 3, the IICRC honored the winners of the Inaugural Hall of Fame and People’s Choice Awards at the first-ever virtual Annual Instructors Meeting.

With nearly 4.5 million U.S. homes in high or extreme risk of wildfire, it’s important to have the proper restoration certifications to give customers peace of mind during wildfire season. The IICRC offers a Fire and Smoke Damage Restoration Technician certification within the restoration division.

For the safety of all attendees, the in-person Annual Instructors Meeting (AIM) has been canceled. The meeting will take place as a virtual event. Those who have registered will receive more information via email when it becomes available. 

Forecasters are predicting that the 2020 Atlantic Hurricane Season is expected to be more active than years past, with 16 named storms and up to nine hurricanes predicted. To help offer customers peace of mind following a hurricane, the IICRC offers nine relevant certifications within the restoration division. 

Tens of thousands of U.S. businesses are gearing up to reopen after being closed down for months, but do they really need to hire a professional to perform deep disinfection services prior to reopening?

If you’ve visited the IICRC website lately, you may have noticed a few changes. A new navigation menu item labeled “Tools” directs visitors to the new FAQ page, the IICRC video library and update forms. 

Join the Restoration Industry Association in New Orleans, Louisiana for the 2020 International Restoration Convention + Industry Expo, the premier event developed by contractors, for contractors.

Is advancing your career on your list of 2020 New Year’s resolutions? The IICRC offers a variety of advanced certifications, including a Trauma and Crime Scene Technician course. If physical certifications aren’t what you’re looking for, take a look at our Inspection Certifications such as the Resilient Flooring Inspector certification.