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NRCA/MRCA CERTA Train-the-trainer Authorization

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During a train-the-trainer workshop, you will complete a 10-hour accreditation program about how to teach torch safety. Through classroom instruction and hands-on torching activities, you learn the latest industry best safety practices for torch-applied roof systems. You also learn the teaching skills needed to train others about torch safety. After successfully completing this program, you will be authorized to conduct CERTA certification training for roofing workers. Authorized trainers receive training materials, including an instructors guide and English and Spanish editions of the CERTA student manual and training video.

Program prerequisite: Participants must be proficient in the use of a roofing torch, be able to speak and read English, and have some experience training others.

Each Train-the-trainer Authorization attendee is required to complete a pre-qualifying questionnaire and submit it prior to the start of the class. Please download the CERTA Train-the-trainer pre-qualifying questionnaire and fax to Janice Davis, NRCA's manager of risk management and education, at (847) 299-1183.

Note: Class size is limited; prior registration is required.
Tuition fee includes all course materials, continental breakfast, and morning and afternoon beverage service.

This course will benefit roofing professionals at all levels who need to implement and expand their torch safety programs.

Accreditation:

0.95 CEUs
8 hours of Florida CILB credit (including WPS)
Provider number: 0000936
Course number: 0008695

Tuition:

NRCA members: $495
Retail: $695

One-day class
7 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Dates:

Aug. 7—Chicago    Register online
Event code: CERT89—8/7

Nov. 6—Chicago    Register online
Event code: CERT89—11/6

Registration:

Click here to download the registration form.

Please fax completed forms to Janice Davis, NRCA's manager of risk management and education, at (847) 544-0864.

Class Location:

Chicago
Triton College
2000 Fifth Ave.
River Grove, IL 60171
Triton College is located seven and one-half miles from Chicago's O'Hare Airport and 14 miles from downtown Chicago.


For more information, contact NRCA's Customer Service Department at (866) ASK-NRCA (275-6722) or info@nrca.net.

Nearby hotels:

Comfort Suites at O'Hare
4200 N. River Road
Schiller Park, IL 60176
(877) 424-6423
(847) 233-9000
The Comfort Suites at O'Hare offers complimentary shuttle service to Triton College; a reservation is required. When making a reservation directly through the hotel, please ask for NRCA rate code LNR.

Embassy Suites Hotel O'Hare
5500 N. River Road
Rosemont, IL 60018
(800) EMBASSY
(847) 678-4000

Four Points Sheraton Hotel
10249 Irving Park Road
Schiller Park, IL 60176
(800) 368-7764
(847) 671-6000

Hampton Inn
3939 Mannheim Road
Schiller Park, IL 60176
(800) HAMPTON
(847) 671-1700

Holiday Inn O'Hare International
5440 N. River Road
Rosemont, IL 60018
(888) HOLIDAY
(847) 671-6350

Hotel Sofitel
5550 N. River Road
Rosemont, IL 60018
(800) 763-4835
(847) 678-4488

Hyatt O'Hare
9300 W. Bryn Mawr
Rosemont, IL 60018
(800) 233-1234
(847) 696-1234

Marriott Suites O'Hare
6155 N. River Road
Rosemont, IL 60018
(866) 614-8410
(847) 696-4400

Testimonials

"The roofing industry is always changing in so many ways, and unfortunately not all roofing workers are keeping with the times. This training is great not only for roofing techniques, but also worthwhile from a safety standpoint. I would without a doubt attend another NRCA class to keep updated and keep informed about changes and requirements in the roofing industry and without hesitation recommend this class to all roofers."
—Wayne Stamp, DDP Roofing, Philadelphia, Pa.

"Very important stuff concerning safety and application procedures."
—Dean Shakespeare, Warko Co., Reading, Pa.

"I thought the class might not be interesting, but I was wrong. The instructors were very well-prepared and knowledgeable. Great job, guys!"
—Raymond W. Stanley, United States Roofing Corp., Norristown, Pa.

"I found the seminar very informative, well-presented and interesting. Both instructors were well-informed and personable. It was a pleasure being here, and I will attend other seminars."
—Harry Oliver, Coastal Roofing Co. Inc, Charleston, S.C.

"This class was very professional and educational. The method of teaching really makes one interested in learning."
—O'Neil Williams, Roofco Inc., Sumter, S.C.

"As a person who likes to teach others and share my roofing knowledge with others, I found this class helpful and have learned how to be a better instructor. The facilitators were very knowledgeable in their fields, and I hope to train others in torching safely based on what they taught me."
—Guy Franolich, Coastal Commercial Roofing Co., Conway, S.C.

"These classes are very helpful in keeping companies like ours "up-to-speed" with policies and procedures in the industry. The classes are very well-thought-out and very well-taught. I have come away from every NRCA class I have taken with a stronger knowledge of new areas."
—Thad Valentine, Allied Roofing Co., Kennersville, N.C.

"Great class. The instructors did a great job with all areas."
—John Buckley, Hayden Building Maintenance, West Nyack, N.Y.

"I thought the class was excellent. It was comfortable to interact, and this made the experience so much more interesting."
—James Kirkland, United Materials, Denver

"I came into this seminar not really knowing what to expect. I came away with a wealth of knowledge in communicating with my crew and others regarding safety facts and the safe manner in which to apply torch-applied modified bitumen. Great seminar!"
—Gary Bruno, Hayden Building Maintenance, West Nyack, N.Y.


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