The First Step to Success in the Mold Industry: Invest in Yourself
We started NORMI™ because we are passionate about keeping the mold industry up-to-date and effective. Mold assessors and remediators need to be aware of the latest technology and standards of practice to be able to provide the top level of service, and keep the homeowner protected. Not only that, but being well-trained and certified is […]
NORMI Offers Remote Florida Licensing Examination Option
Abita Springs, LA August 2014 “We have received many questions regarding the Florida licensing law and want to clear up any confusion regarding that process,” reported Doug Hoffman, Executive Director or NORMI. “Florida licensure is becoming a national model in an industry where such regulation is necessary because of its reasonable approach to the industry. Interestingly, the […]
Happy Birthday to NORMI
Abita Springs, LA–July 1, 2014 On July 4, 2004 NORMI™ was created to train and support the mold licensing law in Louisiana, the first of its kind in the nation. With the help of Tom Blalock and Arnold Schnabel (still on our Board of Directors), Doug Hoffman created the National Organization of Remediators and Mold […]
Hospitals Need IAQ Assessments and Solutions!
REPRINT from CHICAGO TRIBUNE 06/21/24 llinois hospitals facing Medicare penalties over infection rates Northwestern among 6 in state that could have payments docked June 21, 2014| By Peter Frost, Jordan Rau and Richard Webner, Chicago Tribune At least six Illinois hospitals are at risk of having their Medicare payments docked this fall, the government’s toughest […]
FLORIDA Approves NORMI Assessor and Remediator Examinations for Licensure
10/18/2013 Tallahassee, FL The State of Florida Mold-Related Services Board has approved the NORMI™ Assessor and Remediator examinations for licensure by the State. NORMI, the National Organization of Remediators and Mold Inspectors, now joins a small group of select not-for-profit trade organizations with whom the state has partnered to provide competency examinations for the mold […]
Mold Free Construction by Doug Hoffman
Every contractor is aware of the great problem of moisture in the home building process. The building protocol followed by a construction company can make an enormous difference in the indoor environment of a home. Water damage to ceilings and walls, problems with the HVAC system, and rampant mold can make a homeowners worst nightmares […]
Governor Chris Christie addresses members of the press in NJ
Toms River Police Department Ocean County NJ Governor Chris Christie addresses members of the press and a small group of select invitees about disaster recovery funding for essential services in the region. Federal funds became available to help offset the potential 30%-40% property tax increases which would be necessary for the townships in the area […]
REPRINT–“Pollution, Lung Cancer Link Grow Stronger”
Published: Jul 9, 2013 By Charles Bankhead, Staff Writer, MedPage Today Reviewed by Robert Jasmer, MD; Associate Clinical Professor of Medicine, University of California, San Francisco Action Points Long-term exposure even to low-level air pollution may increase the risk of lung cancer and adenocarcinoma in particular. Point out that analyses related to traffic intensity on […]