2023 RIA Environmental Risk Specialist (ERS) Training Course

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The RIA's Environmental Risk Specialist (ERS) Advanced Pillar Designation is the newest, and final, of the four pillars of the enhanced Certified Restorer (CR) program. The Environmental Risk Specialist (ERS) designation course will prepare the Environmental Specialist to navigate resources, industry guidelines, and regulations. The course provides the student with awareness and understanding of the environmental hazards, including Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, Explosives (CBRNE) and risks associated with disaster sites. This course is an excellent opportunity for students in the industry to gain a fundamental understanding of evaluating front-end risks associated with such events.

In order to achieve the ERS Designation, students must complete the following:

1. Meet the Pre-Qualifying Requirements (Education & Work Experience)

High school diploma or equivalent education; Training school that teaches courses similar to contents & restoration; Five years of verifiable work experience or three years verifiable supervisory experience, project supervisor, estimator, consultant, inspector, restoration company manager, facility manager, restoration instructor. This designation program is recommended for those with five years or more of active experience in the restoration industry.

2. Complete ERS Prerequisites

All prerequisite requirements and documentation must be submitted by September 18, 2023 in order to participate in the ERS training course.

Domain

Prerequisite Courses

Domain #1: Microbial Remediation

Choose one of the following:

Domain #2: Safety Training
(75 contact hours)

Must total 75 contact hours:

  • OSHA 30 Hour General Industry or Construction
  • OSHA Respiratory Protection Training (OSHA 1910.134)
  • OSHA Hazwopper 40-hour - (OSHA 1910.120)
  • BloodBorne Pathogens - (OSHA 1910.1030)
  • International equivalent to OSHA (approval required)

Domain #3: Water Training
(19 contact hours)

Domain #4: Project Management

Choose one of the following:

  • RIA 2 Day Project Management Course - Online 
  • Or Equivalent Project Management Course eg. Violand Project Management Course, PMP Certification
  • Or documented project management work experience (5 years or more) with quiz (80% score or better)
Domain #5: Fire
(21 contact hours)

Must total 21 contact hours:

3. Attend the ERS Training Course

Environmental Risk Specialist (ERS) Designation In-Person Training Course
October 17 - 19, 2023
Jon-Don Philadelphia
835 Wheeler Way # B, Langhorne, PA 19047
(Light breakfast and lunch will be provided)
19.5 CE Credits Awarded for Attendance

Hotel Options:
Holiday Inn Express 3101 W Cabot Blvd Langhorne, PA 19047 877-666-3243
Courtyard by Marriott 5 Cabot Blvd E Langhorne, PA 19047

4. Pass the ERS Exam

The ERS Exam will be administered via online proctoring on the final day of the course through the IICRC. Additional exam registration fee of $250 applies.

5. Submit Risk Assessment Assignment

Upon passing the ERS exam, students will submit a risk assessment assignment for review and approval by the course instructor. Upon approval, the student will receive their ERS Designation and be eligible for participating in the RIA Designation Pinning Ceremony at the RIA Convention.

Course Fees

$1540 - RIA Member
$1855 - Nonmember

Course Cancelation and Refund Policy

The training course availability is limited to 30 attendees. Please be sure you are available to attend when registering. Cancelations must be made in writing to info@restorationindustry.org. Cancelations received less than 30 days prior to the course start date will not be granted a refund. Cancelations received 30 days prior to the course start date will be granted a full refund minus a $100 administrative fee. Course registrations can be transferred to another individual within the same company if requested at least two weeks in advance of the course event. In the unlikely event the course must be canceled or rescheduled, RIA will contact you to register you in a comparable program.

Have questions? Contact us at 856-439-9222 x3.

Scott Vogel

Emergiclean

Scott Vogel has over 15 years in the Bio-Remediation Field and currently holds the CBRM (Certified Bio-Recovery Master) certification from the international association, American Bio-Recovery Association (ABRA). A current DrPH candidate in Leadership, Practice, and Research at Rutgers University in NJ and a graduate from the University of Central Florida with a Master of Science Degree, Scott is respected in the Biohazard Remediation field due to his ability to manage and guide industry leaders. He is also a primary instructor for the Environmental Health Safety International East Coast Training Center. Vogel holds multiple certifications in emergency response, bioremediation, and OSHA Safety Training.   

Scott’s roles and certifications within the bioremediation field include:

Authorized OSHA Outreach Trainer (General Industry)
Authorized OSHA Outreach Trainer (Disaster Site Worker)
Authorized OSHA Outreach Trainer (Construction)
Certified Bio-Recovery Master / Instructor (ABRA)
Certified Environmental Infection Control Supervisor (ACAC)
Certified Emergency Operations Professional (ACAC)
Certified Health Care Educator (CITCI)
NY State Department of Labor Mold Supervisor MS01598
Institute of Inspection Cleaning & Restoration Certification
Journeyman Fire and Smoke Restorer
Journeyman Textile Cleaner
Journeyman Water Restore
Trauma and Crime Scene Technician
Air Systems Cleaning Specialist (NADCA)
NY State Department of Labor Mold Supervisor MS01598

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Resume Upload
Graded as Pass/Fail | Due Date: 09/18/2023
Graded as Pass/Fail | Due Date: 09/18/2023 Please upload Resume/Curriculum vitae
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Domain #1 Prerequisite Assignment: Microbial Remediation
Graded as Pass/Fail | Due Date: 09/18/2023
Graded as Pass/Fail | Due Date: 09/18/2023 Upload documentation showing proof of completion of Domain #1 Microbial Remediation prerequisite courses.
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Domain #2 Assignment: Safety Training (75 contact hours)
Graded as Pass/Fail | Due Date: 11/27/2023
Graded as Pass/Fail | Due Date: 11/27/2023 Upload documentation for completion of Domain #2 Safety Training Prerequisites
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Domain #3 Assignment: Water Training Prerequisites (19 Contact Hours)
Graded as Pass/Fail | Due Date: 09/20/2023
Graded as Pass/Fail | Due Date: 09/20/2023 Upload documentation for completion of Domain #3 Water Training Prerequisites
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Domain #4 Assignment: Project Management
Graded as Pass/Fail | Due Date: 09/18/2023
Graded as Pass/Fail | Due Date: 09/18/2023 Upload documentation for completion of Domain #4 Project Management Prerequisites
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Domain #5 Assignment: Fire Training (21 contact hours)
Graded as Pass/Fail | Due Date: 09/18/2023
Graded as Pass/Fail | Due Date: 09/18/2023 Upload documentation for completion of Domain #5 Fire Training Prerequisites
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RIA ERS Designation In-Person Training Course Event
10/17/2023 at 9:00 AM (EDT)   |  2 days, 8 hours  |  Attendance Required
10/17/2023 at 9:00 AM (EDT)   |  2 days, 8 hours  |  Attendance Required Environmental Risk Specialist (ERS) Designation In-Person Training Course October 17 - 19, 2023 Jon-Don Philadelphia 835 Wheeler Way # B, Langhorne, PA 19047 (Light breakfast and lunch will be provided) Be sure to bring your laptop and charger. All prerequisite requirements and documentation must be uploaded and approved by September 18, 2023 in order to participate in the ERS training course.
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Environmental Risk Specialist (ERS) Training Course Credits
19.50 CE Credits credits  |  Certificate available
19.50 CE Credits credits  |  Certificate available Thank you for attending the RIA Environmental Risk Specialist (ERS) Training Course. You have been granted 19.5 continuing education credits for your participation. Important: Students will not be awarded the ERS designation until they have met all criteria including passing the ERS exam and approval of their submitted risk assessment assignment.
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Environmental Risk Specialist (ERS) Exam
Graded as Pass/Fail
Graded as Pass/Fail Please upload proof of your completed ERS exam with passing score.
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ERS Risk Assessment
Graded as Pass/Fail
Graded as Pass/Fail Upon passing the ERS certification exam, candidates must submit an ERS Risk Assessment within 60 days of completing the ERS course. Once the ERS Risk Assessment is approved, candidates will then receive their ERS designation and be eligible to be pinned at the RIA Convention Pinning Ceremony. Upload your completed ERS Risk Assessment documentation for review.
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2023 RIA Environmental Risk Specialist Designation Survey
11 Questions
11 Questions Your feedback is important to us. Please take a few minutes to complete the ERS Advanced Designation survey to provide feedback on your experience in achieving this RIA designation.
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