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 industry.
“This is a big day for NORMI™ ,” said Doug Hoffman, Executive Director. “Since 2004 NORMI™ has provided direction for great training through its strategic partners in the areas of assessment and remediation for mold contaminated properties. As a certifying agency, the NORMI™ standards for conduct and professionalism have allowed it to be included in stakeholders for those states who have or are considering mold licensure. This recognition assures the NORMI™ members and those interested in being a part of our organization the kind of credibility they deserve in a field where competency is critical to the health and welfare of the public.”
“This examination is not easy,” reported Wenford Taylor, Senior Trainer. “Even with the years of experience I have in the field, the State of Florida requires a high level of competency, field knowledge and a comprehensive understanding of this dynamic industry. I recommend the student take a refresher course before sitting for this exam. Though not required to take the exam, current training in the areas of moisture and moisture control, protocol writing and remediation techniques will definitely help.”
NORMI™ will be offering the two-hour proctored exam at various locations throughout the state for those who are interested in being licensed. Application for examination may be made through the NORMI™ Examinations link at its homepage (www.NORMI.org) but candidates for licensure must then meet the State of Florida requirements which include a background check and field experience. NORMI™ Certification automatically follows successful passing of the examination(s) but licensure is not guaranteed as that decision is left entirely to the state for which licensure is requested.
The website at www.NORMI.org will be changed shortly to reflect the criteria to challenge the examination but for more information on the NORMI™ Examination, call 877.251.2296 or email support@NORMI.org For verification of State approval see FLORIDA DBPR Examinations
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