October 16, 2015
Abita Springs, LA
NORMI™ , the National Organization of Remediators and Mold Inspectors, has been approved as a training provider under the New York State Labor Law and will shortly begin holding classes in the State of New York for Mold Assessor, Mold Remediation Contractor and Mold Abatement Work (MTP-005). Required training for licensure includes 32 hours of classroom training for Mold Assessor, 24 hours of classroom training for Mold Remediation Contractor and 16 hours of classroom training for Mold Abatement Worker.
“The mold industry has been plagued with charlatans who have taken advantage of the public,” reported Doug Hoffman, Executive Director of NORMI™ . “We are excited to be a part of these efforts to regulate this industry. We are pleased that New York has seen the need for training to enhance the quality of the work because it insures that mold professionals are kept up to date with the latest techniques and technologies.”
Listed on the New Department of Labor website as an Approved Mold Training Provider, NORMI™ continues to build its training team by providing high quality onsite and online courses in IAQ (indoor air quality) and, specifically, mold. Offering over thirteen (13) certifications, NORMI™ promotes the concept of healthier living through solution-based training.
“We are very excited that New York is including training and an approved proctored exam for each certification,” said Linda Eicher, National Training Director, “because that insures the public that those licensed in the State actually know what they’re doing. NORMI™ prides itself in connecting professionals to our association so the active members are current in their certifications and training. You can always find a well-trained professional at www.NORMIPro.com.”
NORMI™ partners with local businesses to provide ONSITE training with individual companies or for the public to meet the applicable state law. Training partners, like Best Training School, are using the following designations for the NORMI™ Approved New York license classes: NYMA (NY Mold Assessor), NYRC (NY Mold Remediation Contractor and NYAW (NY Mold Abatement Worker). For more information, call 877.251.2296 x 833 Become a part of NORMI™ at www.Join.NORMI.org
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