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SUMMARY:Webinar - Project Management Best Practices
DESCRIPTION:8 Keys to Bring Every Project in on Time and on Budget \nIf project management is giving you a headache\, this webinar is the prescription! Here you will receive the tools\, techniques and best practices to bring projects in on time and on budget. \nWe’ll identify key project challenges and best practices to solve them. We will address developing the project business case\, effective team planning\, five stages of team development\, driving decision making from stakeholders and facilitating effective team meetings. Together we will go over documents like scope statements\, communication plans\, risk management plans\, risk registers and change management plans\, that can help you better manage your initiatives. \nYou will take away a better understanding of how project management can assist you in performing your role in your organization. Learning Objectives In this session you will learn to: \n• Ensure your team has the tools and skills to manage challenging projects \n• Develop a library of process documents to standardize your project management \n• Effectively communicate about risk and change \n• Manage expectations of stakeholders and team members \nIf you’re ready to end your project management headaches\, don’t miss this session! \nClick here to register.
URL:https://comfortreadyhome.com/event/webinar-project-management-best-practices/
LOCATION:MT
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230511T170000
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SUMMARY:Bozeman - Healthy Housing Principles
DESCRIPTION:This in-person course is centered around the BPI Healthy Housing Principles certificate. Students who successfully complete the course will learn how to evaluate residential structures\, recognize hazards to human health\, and advise occupants on ways to potentially improve health outcomes in their home environment. \nThe class is appropriate for students with intermediate experience in the weatherization and home performance industries. This course will be presented as a hybrid of class presentations\, lab activities\, and field visits. Course content\, assessments\, and follow-on resources will be shared on the Training Center learning management system. \nThis class will conclude with a proctored examination of the BPI Healthy Housing Principles examination. \nMontana Weatherization Network members may take this course at no cost. Use the MT WAP Registration option to register with a $0 fee. \nFor questions\, contact the Training Center at classes@weatherization.org\, or 406-586-0070. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://comfortreadyhome.com/event/bozeman-healthy-housing-principles/
LOCATION:Montana Weatherization Training Center\, 751 Osterman Dr.\, Bozeman\, MT\, 59715
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230427T083000
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SUMMARY:Bellingham -  Introduction to Home Energy Auditing
DESCRIPTION:Course Description: \nThis in-person Intro to Home Energy Auditing course is a 1- day (6 hour) training designed to instruct and guide students through the comprehensive process of a weatherization audit. Pre-visit\, home visit\, and post visit procedures and documentation will be both discussed and practiced on BPC test houses. The class will use individual agency documents to conduct a typical home audit. \nResources: \n· ANSI/BPI 1200 Standard \n· NREL Standard Work Specifications \nCourse Content & Objectives: \n· Describe the audit process \n· Perform a complete weatherization audit \n· Identify all components for a home requiring evaluation during an audit \nCourse Requirements: \n· Technology \n· Ability to download documents or access documents as needed \n· BPC provided online Learning Management System – Moodle link to be sent by BPC \n· Expectation of attendance and class participation \nPrerequisites and Work Experience: \n· None necessary \nClick here to register.
URL:https://comfortreadyhome.com/event/bellingham-bpc-introduction-to-home-energy-auditing/
LOCATION:Building Performance Center\, 3406 Redwood Ave.\, Bellingham\, WA\, 98225
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CREATED:20230201T003027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T185655Z
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SUMMARY:Bellingham - Building Science Principles
DESCRIPTION:Course Description: \nThis Building Science Principles\, formerly Introduction to Weatherization and Building Science\, course is a 1-day training designed to introduce weatherization and building science principles. Students will participate in classroom instruction referencing the Building Performance Institute’s Building Science Principles Reference Guide. \nResources: \n\nBPI Building Science Principles Guide – ($$)\nNREL Standard Work Specifications\n\nCourse Content & Objectives: \n\nDescribe both the background and major principles of weatherization\nIdentify all ways of energy movement and the basics of each\nSummarize building science and describe pressure and thermal concepts\nDescribe interrelation and affects of “house as a system”\nIdentify mechanical systems and their main purposes\nDescribe the audit process and recognize the required importance and data for energy modeling\nIdentify appropriate weatherization measures based on Washington state guidelines\nPerform a basic blower door test and describe the basics of combustion safety\n\nClick here to register.
URL:https://comfortreadyhome.com/event/bellingham-bpi-introduction-to-weatherization-and-building-science/
LOCATION:Building Performance Center\, 3406 Redwood Ave.\, Bellingham\, WA\, 98225
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T200506Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar - Mobile Home Weatherization Series: Insulating Walls
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Zoom for this informative and FREE webinar series on mobile home weatherization. \nMarch 27: Introduction to Mobile Home Weatherization \nApril 24: Insulating Walls \nMay 15: Insulating Bellies \nJune 26: Insulating Roofs 
URL:https://comfortreadyhome.com/event/webinar-mobile-home-weatherization-series-insulating-walls/
LOCATION:MT
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T182017Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar - Building Science Fundamentals - Session 4 of 4
DESCRIPTION:Building Science Fundamentals is a LIVE! virtual seminar that teaches the basic knowledge needed to design and build durable\, energy-efficient\, affordable\, and healthy buildings. Our past registrants have benefitted tremendously from the interactive sessions with Dr. Lstiburek where questions are encouraged. Because of that\, we limit attendance to 50 or so. Each $595.00 series consists of 4 afternoons of instruction. Upon completion of the seminar\, members of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) will receive 16 LU|HSW posted directly to the AIA Provider website. The sessions will be held on the following dates: \n\nSessions: Apr 11\, Apr 13\, Apr 18 and Apr 20\n\nDr. Joseph Lstiburek will discuss building science principles (such as the control of heat\, air\, and moisture and IAQ) and show you how to apply them to low-energy enclosure design\, advanced HVAC systems\, forensic investigations\, and the repair and retrofit of existing buildings. \nThe Fundamentals class has been attended by thousands of builders\, architects\, engineers\, building science consultants\, building code officials\, facility managers\, building product manufacturers\, and government officials. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://comfortreadyhome.com/event/webinar-building-science-fundamentals-session-4-of-4/
LOCATION:MT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230418T140000
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CREATED:20230223T181542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T182107Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar - Building Science Fundamentals - Session 3 of 4
DESCRIPTION:Building Science Fundamentals is a LIVE! virtual seminar that teaches the basic knowledge needed to design and build durable\, energy-efficient\, affordable\, and healthy buildings. Our past registrants have benefitted tremendously from the interactive sessions with Dr. Lstiburek where questions are encouraged. Because of that\, we limit attendance to 50 or so. Each $595.00 series consists of 4 afternoons of instruction. Upon completion of the seminar\, members of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) will receive 16 LU|HSW posted directly to the AIA Provider website. The sessions will be held on the following dates: \n\nSessions: Apr 11\, Apr 13\, Apr 18 and Apr 20\n\nDr. Joseph Lstiburek will discuss building science principles (such as the control of heat\, air\, and moisture and IAQ) and show you how to apply them to low-energy enclosure design\, advanced HVAC systems\, forensic investigations\, and the repair and retrofit of existing buildings. \nThe Fundamentals class has been attended by thousands of builders\, architects\, engineers\, building science consultants\, building code officials\, facility managers\, building product manufacturers\, and government officials. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://comfortreadyhome.com/event/webinar-building-science-fundamentals-session-3-of-4/
LOCATION:MT
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SUMMARY:Seattle - National Home Performance Conference & Trade Show
DESCRIPTION:Our annual conference\, now in its 37th year\, brings together thousands of contractors\, weatherization professionals\, trainers\, program administrators\, energy auditors\, and others working in residential energy efficiency for the latest industry education. \nWalk away with the latest trends\, newest techniques\, key insights\, and actionable items you can apply to your job right away. The National Conference is the premier industry experience for anyone in home and building performance—don’t miss out on this exciting four-day event! \nClick here to register. \nConference price varies. Early bird pricing through March 16. \n  \nVolunteer Opportunities – Attend for Free\nWe are now accepting applications for volunteers for the conference. Volunteers play an important role at our conferences by assisting presenters and attendees in sessions. \nSession assistants ensure that sessions at conferences run efficiently by: \n\nIntroducing sessions and presenters\nTracking attendance\nAssisting presenters with time management and set up\nRemaining in session rooms to assist attendees\n\nSession assistants must attend all sessions in a conference track and have a friendly and helpful attitude. In exchange for volunteering\, you will receive free registration\, including access to the general session\, exhibit hall\, education sessions\, meals\, receptions\, and CEUs. Please note\, lodging is not included. \nFor more information about volunteering at this event\, please contact Ruben Perez at rperez@building-performance.org.
URL:https://comfortreadyhome.com/event/seattle-national-home-performance-conference-trade-show/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Seattle\, 808 Howell Street\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230413T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230413T140000
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SUMMARY:Webinar - Building Science Fundamentals - Session 2 of 4
DESCRIPTION:Building Science Fundamentals is a LIVE! virtual seminar that teaches the basic knowledge needed to design and build durable\, energy-efficient\, affordable\, and healthy buildings. Our past registrants have benefitted tremendously from the interactive sessions with Dr. Lstiburek where questions are encouraged. Because of that\, we limit attendance to 50 or so. Each $595.00 series consists of 4 afternoons of instruction. Upon completion of the seminar\, members of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) will receive 16 LU|HSW posted directly to the AIA Provider website. The sessions will be held on the following dates: \n\nSessions: Apr 11\, Apr 13\, Apr 18 and Apr 20\n\nDr. Joseph Lstiburek will discuss building science principles (such as the control of heat\, air\, and moisture and IAQ) and show you how to apply them to low-energy enclosure design\, advanced HVAC systems\, forensic investigations\, and the repair and retrofit of existing buildings. \nThe Fundamentals class has been attended by thousands of builders\, architects\, engineers\, building science consultants\, building code officials\, facility managers\, building product manufacturers\, and government officials. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://comfortreadyhome.com/event/webinar-building-science-fundamentals-session-2-of-4/
LOCATION:MT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230412T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230412T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140826
CREATED:20230209T232051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230209T232205Z
UID:10000407-1681299000-1681309800@comfortreadyhome.com
SUMMARY:Spokane - Trade Ally Network NW NLC and HVAC UES Training
DESCRIPTION:How can you make yourself valuable to your customers? Join Trade Ally Network NW’s lighting and HVAC experts to hear about the latest technologies and utility program incentives. The more you learn\, the more competitive you’ll be in selling more projects and growing your business.  \nWORKSHOP HIGHLIGHTS \nThis training will cover available Lighting and HVAC UES measures and discuss the process for submission\, approval and completion of custom projects in order to receive incentives through local utility energy efficiency programs. This training will have two breakout sessions\, one for Lighting and one for HVAC: \n·     Hands On with Networked Lighting Controls (NLC) – Today’s lighting controls are easy to install and provide excellent savings and flexibility for your customers. In this session\, you’ll get a hands-on experience with Luminaire Level Lighting Controls (LLLC) demonstration kits and learn tips and tricks on how to configure LLLC in real-time\, helping your business deliver a cost-effective and customizable lighting product. \n·     HVAC UES “Wins” – There are a wide variety of applicable HVAC measures available to help your customers increase the comfort of their business. In this session\, the Network will highlight projects that successfully utilized HVAC UES measure incentives throughout the Pacific Northwest\, including detailed project costs\, incentives\, and the impact of savings from energy efficient HVAC upgrades. This session will also feature a roundtable discussion to discuss experiences with HVAC measures and how the Trade Ally Network NW can better support the HVAC market. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://comfortreadyhome.com/event/spokane-trade-ally-network-nw-nlc-and-hvac-ues-training/
LOCATION:The Steam Plant Restaurant & Brew Pub\, 159 S Lincoln St\, Spokane\, WA\, 99201\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230412T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140826
CREATED:20230317T213048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230317T213048Z
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SUMMARY:Bellingham - Building Analyst Boot Camp - Day 4 of 4
DESCRIPTION:*PLEASE NOTE – THE DATES AND FORMAT ARE AS FOLLOWS:\nTHURSDAY\, APRIL 6 (ONLINE): 8:30 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. \nMONDAY\, APRIL 10 (IN-PERSON): 12:30 P.M. – 5:00 P.M. \nTUESDAY\, APRIL 11 (IN-PERSON): 8:30 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. \nWEDNESDAY\, APRIL 12 (IN-PERSON): 8:30 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. \nThis combination ONLINE and IN-PERSON Building Analyst (BA) course is a 3.5 day (24 hour) training. It is designed to provide new and current Building Analysts the knowledge and skills included in the Building Performance Institute (BPI) BA certification. Instruction will include elements from the BPI BA Testing Knowledge List as well as Blower Door and Combustion Safety testing according to ANSI/BPI 1200 standard. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://comfortreadyhome.com/event/bellingham-building-analyst-boot-camp-day-4-of-4/
LOCATION:Building Performance Center\, 3406 Redwood Ave.\, Bellingham\, WA\, 98225
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230412T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230412T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140826
CREATED:20230201T002134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T014252Z
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SUMMARY:Bellingham - Combustion Safety for Weatherization
DESCRIPTION:Course Description: \nThis Combustion Safety (CS) for Weatherization course is a 1-day (6-hour) training focusing on basic safety testing of combustion appliances. It is designed to provide new and current Building Analysts the knowledge of and procedures included in the Building Performance Institute (BPI) 1200 standard and Washington State Department of Commerce Weatherization Specifications.  Instruction will include an introduction and review of CS concepts\, identification of combustion appliances and parts\, use of required equipment\, and procedures required for proper combustion safety testing. \nReference Material: \n\nANSI/BPI 1200 Standard – with focus on Section 7\nWA State Combustion Safety Form and Technical Support Doc – WA DOC Specs 9.4A and B\nWA State Department of Commerce Specs\n\nClick here to register.
URL:https://comfortreadyhome.com/event/bellingham-bpi-combustion-safety-for-weatherization/
LOCATION:Building Performance Center\, 3406 Redwood Ave.\, Bellingham\, WA\, 98225
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230411T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230411T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140826
CREATED:20230223T181215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T181215Z
UID:10000337-1681207200-1681221600@comfortreadyhome.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - Building Science Fundamentals - Session 1 of 4
DESCRIPTION:Building Science Fundamentals is a LIVE! virtual seminar that teaches the basic knowledge needed to design and build durable\, energy-efficient\, affordable\, and healthy buildings. Our past registrants have benefitted tremendously from the interactive sessions with Dr. Lstiburek where questions are encouraged. Because of that\, we limit attendance to 50 or so. Each $595.00 series consists of 4 afternoons of instruction. Upon completion of the seminar\, members of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) will receive 16 LU|HSW posted directly to the AIA Provider website. The sessions will be held on the following dates: \n\nSessions: Apr 11\, Apr 13\, Apr 18 and Apr 20\n\nDr. Joseph Lstiburek will discuss building science principles (such as the control of heat\, air\, and moisture and IAQ) and show you how to apply them to low-energy enclosure design\, advanced HVAC systems\, forensic investigations\, and the repair and retrofit of existing buildings. \nThe Fundamentals class has been attended by thousands of builders\, architects\, engineers\, building science consultants\, building code officials\, facility managers\, building product manufacturers\, and government officials. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://comfortreadyhome.com/event/webinar-building-science-fundamentals-session-1-of-4/
LOCATION:MT
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230411T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230411T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140826
CREATED:20230317T212908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230317T213106Z
UID:10000418-1681201800-1681232400@comfortreadyhome.com
SUMMARY:Bellingham - Building Analyst Boot Camp - Day 3 of 4
DESCRIPTION:*PLEASE NOTE – THE DATES AND FORMAT ARE AS FOLLOWS:\nTHURSDAY\, APRIL 6 (ONLINE): 8:30 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. \nMONDAY\, APRIL 10 (IN-PERSON): 12:30 P.M. – 5:00 P.M. \nTUESDAY\, APRIL 11 (IN-PERSON): 8:30 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. \nWEDNESDAY\, APRIL 12 (IN-PERSON): 8:30 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. \nThis combination ONLINE and IN-PERSON Building Analyst (BA) course is a 3.5 day (24 hour) training. It is designed to provide new and current Building Analysts the knowledge and skills included in the Building Performance Institute (BPI) BA certification. Instruction will include elements from the BPI BA Testing Knowledge List as well as Blower Door and Combustion Safety testing according to ANSI/BPI 1200 standard. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://comfortreadyhome.com/event/bellingham-building-analyst-boot-camp-day-3-of-4/
LOCATION:Building Performance Center\, 3406 Redwood Ave.\, Bellingham\, WA\, 98225
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230411T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230411T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140826
CREATED:20230201T001734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T014301Z
UID:10000395-1681201800-1681232400@comfortreadyhome.com
SUMMARY:Bellingham - Blower Door and Pressure Diagnostics
DESCRIPTION:Course Description: \nThis Blower Door and Pressure Diagnostics course is a 1-day (6 hour) training designed to provide new and current Building Analysts with the information needed to complete building envelope diagnostics in accordance with the Building Performance Institute (BPI) Building Analyst Technical Standards and the Washington State Department of Commerce Weatherization Specifications. Instruction will include introduction and review of building science concepts\, use of required equipment\, and procedures required for proper diagnostic testing. \nReference Material: \n• WA State Diagnostic Results Form \n• WA State Department of Commerce Specs \nClick here to register.
URL:https://comfortreadyhome.com/event/bellingham-bpi-blower-door-and-pressure-diagnostics/
LOCATION:Building Performance Center\, 3406 Redwood Ave.\, Bellingham\, WA\, 98225
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20230411T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20230411T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140826
CREATED:20230209T231718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230209T232424Z
UID:10000406-1681198200-1681212600@comfortreadyhome.com
SUMMARY:Kalispell - Trade Ally Network NW NLC and HVAC UES Training
DESCRIPTION:How can you make yourself valuable to your customers? Join Trade Ally Network NW’s lighting and HVAC experts to hear about the latest technologies and utility program incentives. The more you learn\, the more competitive you’ll be in selling more projects and growing your business.  \nWORKSHOP HIGHLIGHTS \nThis training will cover available Lighting and HVAC UES measures and discuss the process for submission\, approval and completion of custom projects in order to receive incentives through local utility energy efficiency programs. This training will have two breakout sessions\, one for Lighting and one for HVAC: \n·     Hands On with Networked Lighting Controls (NLC) – Today’s lighting controls are easy to install and provide excellent savings and flexibility for your customers. In this session\, you’ll get a hands-on experience with Luminaire Level Lighting Controls (LLLC) demonstration kits and learn tips and tricks on how to configure LLLC in real-time\, helping your business deliver a cost-effective and customizable lighting product. \n·     HVAC UES “Wins” – There are a wide variety of applicable HVAC measures available to help your customers increase the comfort of their business. In this session\, the Network will highlight projects that successfully utilized HVAC UES measure incentives throughout the Pacific Northwest\, including detailed project costs\, incentives\, and the impact of savings from energy efficient HVAC upgrades. This session will also feature a roundtable discussion to discuss experiences with HVAC measures and how the Trade Ally Network NW can better support the HVAC market. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://comfortreadyhome.com/event/kalispell-trade-ally-network-nw-nlc-and-hvac-ues-training/
LOCATION:Springhill Suites\, 250 Old Reserve Dr.\, Kalispell\, MT\, 59937\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230410T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230410T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140826
CREATED:20230317T212555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230317T213149Z
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SUMMARY:Bellingham - Building Analyst Boot Camp - Day 2 of 4
DESCRIPTION:*PLEASE NOTE – THE DATES AND FORMAT ARE AS FOLLOWS:\nTHURSDAY\, APRIL 6 (ONLINE): 8:30 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. \nMONDAY\, APRIL 10 (IN-PERSON): 12:30 P.M. – 5:00 P.M. \nTUESDAY\, APRIL 11 (IN-PERSON): 8:30 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. \nWEDNESDAY\, APRIL 12 (IN-PERSON): 8:30 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. \nThis combination ONLINE and IN-PERSON Building Analyst (BA) course is a 3.5 day (24 hour) training. It is designed to provide new and current Building Analysts the knowledge and skills included in the Building Performance Institute (BPI) BA certification. Instruction will include elements from the BPI BA Testing Knowledge List as well as Blower Door and Combustion Safety testing according to ANSI/BPI 1200 standard. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://comfortreadyhome.com/event/bellingham-building-analyst-boot-camp-day-2-of-4/
LOCATION:Building Performance Center\, 3406 Redwood Ave.\, Bellingham\, WA\, 98225
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230406T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230406T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140826
CREATED:20230317T211418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230317T213242Z
UID:10000416-1680769800-1680800400@comfortreadyhome.com
SUMMARY:Bellingham - Building Analyst Boot Camp - (WEBINAR) Day 1 of 4
DESCRIPTION:*PLEASE NOTE – THE DATES AND FORMAT ARE AS FOLLOWS:\nTHURSDAY\, APRIL 6 (ONLINE): 8:30 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. \nMONDAY\, APRIL 10 (IN-PERSON): 12:30 P.M. – 5:00 P.M. \nTUESDAY\, APRIL 11 (IN-PERSON): 8:30 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. \nWEDNESDAY\, APRIL 12 (IN-PERSON): 8:30 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. \nThis combination ONLINE and IN-PERSON Building Analyst (BA) course is a 3.5 day (24 hour) training. It is designed to provide new and current Building Analysts the knowledge and skills included in the Building Performance Institute (BPI) BA certification. Instruction will include elements from the BPI BA Testing Knowledge List as well as Blower Door and Combustion Safety testing according to ANSI/BPI 1200 standard. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://comfortreadyhome.com/event/bellingham-building-analyst-boot-camp-webinar-day-1-of-4/
LOCATION:MT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230406T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230406T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140826
CREATED:20230317T210234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230317T210234Z
UID:10000415-1680769800-1680800400@comfortreadyhome.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - Building Analyst Written Knowledge Review
DESCRIPTION:*This online event will be live streamed on Zoom and you will be enrolled in a Moodle Learning Management System (LMS). After registration\, a link to the Zoom event\, as well as a link to the Moodle LMS\, will be emailed to you. \nThis ONLINE Building Analyst Written Knowledge Review course is a 1- day (6 hour) training designed to prepare exam candidates for the written portion of the Building Performance Institute (BPI) Building Analyst (BA) exam. All instruction and support will be in accordance with the BPI Core Certification Scheme Handbook and the BPI BA Testing Knowledge List. Course includes concepts and calculations included in the ANSI/BPI 1200 Standard and other standards referenced in the Handbook. \nCourse contains aspects of each section in the BPI Testing Knowledge List\, but it is not intended to be a comprehensive training on all individual items. \nReference Documents: \n• BPI Core Certification Scheme Handbook \n• BPI Building Analyst Testing Knowledge List \nClick here to register.
URL:https://comfortreadyhome.com/event/webinar-building-analyst-written-knowledge-review/
LOCATION:MT
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230404
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230407
DTSTAMP:20260405T140826
CREATED:20230227T194320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230227T194320Z
UID:10000414-1680566400-1680825599@comfortreadyhome.com
SUMMARY:Spokane - IGSHPA Accredited Installer Course
DESCRIPTION:Get your Accredited Installer certification – presented by WaterFurnace Trainers! \nAccredited Installer (AI)\nLearning to install Ground-Source Heat Pump (GSHP) systems will keep you competitive in a market forced to deal with rising energy costs and resource depletion. Installer accreditation enables you to open new markets and offers customers a low-maintenance\, economical\, and environmentally friendly alternative for their space conditioning needs. With more than 35 years of experience teaching these workshops\, accrediting thousands of installers\, and developing the industry standards\, IGSHPA has pioneered training in GSHP installation. \nWho should attend?\nThe three day comprehensive Installation Workshops are designed for GSHP installers\, contractors\, dealers\, home builders\, manufacturers\, distributors\, architects\, heating cooling mechanical engineers\, trenching/water well drilling contractors\, and anyone who desires a working knowledge of this innovative technology. Representatives from public utilities\, private utilities\, and rural electric cooperatives can also benefit from training. Information gathered from the workshops can help utility representatives serve as a source of information regarding money-saving concepts. \nAccreditation\nUpon successful completion of the workshop and passing the IGSHPA installer’s exam\, you will be issued IGSHPA accreditation as an installer of GSHP systems. You will receive an installer’s card and a certificate for 3 years. \nTopics\n\nDesign and Material Options\nSystem Layout\nPipe Joining Techniques – Hands-on for butt\, socket\, saddle and electro fusion\nTrenching/Drilling Processes\nAir and Debris Purging\nPressure Drop Calculations\nPump and Fluid Selection\nThermal Conductivity\nStart-up\, Performance Checking & Troubleshooting\n\nRegistration\nAfter you register\, you will be sent a registration confirmation\, and your reading list and manuals. International students and those registering less than two weeks prior to class will pick up their manuals at the class. \nFinal cost varies depending on materials selected – see registration page for details. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://comfortreadyhome.com/event/spokane-igshpa-accredited-installer-course/
LOCATION:Inland Power & Light\, 10110 W. Hallett Road\, Spokane\, WA\, 99224\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230330T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230330T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140826
CREATED:20230223T013235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T013235Z
UID:10000327-1680165000-1680195600@comfortreadyhome.com
SUMMARY:Bellingham -  Lead Safe Work Practices: EPA\, WA State RRP & HUD
DESCRIPTION:Successful completion of the course will lead to EPA Certified Renovator certification. HUD requirements are also covered during this training. This class is approved for certification for the Renovator\, Repair and Painting Program pursuant to Section 402 of the Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA)(15U.S.C. 2682) and WAC Code 365-230 (Washington State). \nClick here to register. \nModule 1 – Objectives for Lead Safe Work Practices Training \nObjectives for Lead Safe Work Practices Training \n1) To understand why it is important to minimize and control the generation of lead dust when doing Renovation\, Remodeling\, Rehabilitation and Maintenance work. \n2) To gain a working knowledge of tools and techniques required to achieve those objectives. \n3) To understand the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development \, Department of Energy\, Environmental Protection Agency\, and Washington State Department of Commerce rules and regulations regarding the disturbance of lead-based painted surfaces during renovation\, remodeling\, and rehabilitation in target housing. \n4) To gain a working knowledge of the regulations governing worker protection from hazards created by the disturbance of lead based painted surfaces. \nUpon completion of this module\, participants will be able to perform renovation\, remodeling\, and rehabilitation in a manner that minimizes creation and dispersal of lead contaminated dust and protects residents\, especially children\, from possible lead exposure. \nThis module will show contractors how to perform their work in a manner that creates the least amount of dust possible\, and how to contain and clean up dust that they do create so that it does not spread throughout the house or to neighboring properties. \nThe techniques discussed in this module apply to work performed by a variety of contractors and employees\, including plumbers\, electricians\, residential renovators\, remodelers\, and painters. \nModule 2 – Objectives for Lead Safe Worker Protection \nObjectives for Lead Safe Worker Protection \n1) To gain a thorough understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (insert Washington Industrial Safety and Health Act for Washington State trainings) standards and requirements for protecting workers from harmful levels of lead in construction. \n2) To gain familiarity with the use of equipment used to monitor and protect workers from exposure to harmful levels of lead in construction. \n3) To understand what is needed to implement a worker protection program that complies with the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (insert Washington Industrial Safety and Health Act for Washington State trainings). \nUpon completion of this module\, participants will have been provided with the information necessary to able to implement a Lead Safe Worker program that complies with the Occupational Health and Safety Administration standards and requirements to prevent lead exposure in construction.
URL:https://comfortreadyhome.com/event/bellingham-lead-safe-work-practices-epa-wa-state-rrp-hud/
LOCATION:Building Performance Center\, 3406 Redwood Ave.\, Bellingham\, WA\, 98225
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230328
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230331
DTSTAMP:20260405T140826
CREATED:20230223T002810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T003117Z
UID:10000408-1679961600-1680220799@comfortreadyhome.com
SUMMARY:Seattle - Measure and Improve Residential System Performance – High Performance Heat Pump Retrofits Special Edition
DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE:  \nMarch 28th\, March 29th\, and March 30th \nAt the Smart Buildings Center in Seattle Washington \nThe Pacific Northwest Midstream HVAC and Water Heating Program\, provided by Puget Sound Energy\, Seattle City Light\, and Snohomish County Public Utility District\, will be hosting an HVAC focused training event facilitated by the National Comfort Institute.   \nMeasure and Improve Residential System Performance – High Performance Heat Pump Retrofits Special Edition presented by the National Comfort Institute is a hands-on Residential System Performance training tailored to heat pumps. \nBecome an NCI Certified System Performance Technician if you successfully pass the exam.  \nFor any questions\, please contact the program implementer\, Energy Solutions\, at pnw-rebates@energy-solution.com or by phone at (503) 914-0008. \nCheck back soon for registration information! 
URL:https://comfortreadyhome.com/event/seattle-measure-and-improve-residential-system-performance-high-performance-heat-pump-retrofits-special-edition/
LOCATION:Smart Buildings Center\, 1200 12th Ave S Unit 110\, Seattle\, WA\, 98144\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230327
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230401
DTSTAMP:20260405T140826
CREATED:20230223T012830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T014314Z
UID:10000325-1679875200-1680307199@comfortreadyhome.com
SUMMARY:Bellingham - Multifamily Energy Auditor/Quality Control Inspector
DESCRIPTION:The five-day Multifamily Energy Auditor/Quality Control Inspector course is an instructor-led classroom course with a final assessment test. \nClick here to register. \n  \nCourse Outline:  \nDay One – March 27\, 2023 – 12:00 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. \n• Introductions (.25 hours) \n• Multifamily WX video (.5 hours) \n• DOE and State Multifamily Requirements (1.5 hours) \n• Multifamily Housing for Energy Auditors (2 hours) \n• Q&A/ Daily course wrap up Day’s total (4.25 instructional/ .5 break=4.75 hours) \nDay Two – March 28\, 2023 – 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. \n• Daily course sign in (.25 hours) \n• Tips on Qualifying Multifamily Buildings (.5 hours) \n• Engineering\, Specifications\, RFP\, & Managing Subs (1 hour) (boiler plate bid specifications) \n• Multifamily Blower Door Testing. (Whole building vs. guarded testing) (.5 hours) \n• Air leakage\, Air sealing & Insulation Issues (.5 hour) \n• Ventilation and IAQ. (Roof top ventilators inspection/ASHRAE 62.2 compliance vs. normal ventilation fans) (1 hour) \n• Base Load (.5 hours) \n• Domestic Hot Water Systems (add HP DHW) (1 hour) \n• Q&A/ Daily course wrap up (5.25 instructional + 1.5 lunch/breaks= 6.75 hours) \nDay Three – March 29\, 2023 – 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. \n• Daily course sign in (.25 hours) \n• Heating Systems (add HP) (1 hour) \n• Hydronic Distribution Systems (1 hour) \n• Health & Safety (1 hour) \n• Operations & Maintenance (O&M) (.5 hour) \n• Introduction to MF QCI Job Task Analysis (JTA) (.5 hours) \n• Introduction to the NREL Multifamily SWS’s (.5 hours) \n• JTA Duties and Tasks (A)-Reviewing Project Documents (1 hour) \n• Q&A/ Daily course wrap up (.25) (5.75 instructional + 1.5 lunch/breaks= 7.25 hours) \nDay Four – March 30\, 2023 – 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. \n• Daily course sign in (.25 hours) \n• JTA Duties and Tasks (B)-Developing a Quality Control Plan (1 hour) \n• JTA Duties and Tasks (C)- Conducting Pre-Installation Site Visits (1 hour) \n• JTA Duties and Tasks (D)-Conducting Site Visits (1.5 hour) \n• JTA Duties and Tasks (D)-Conducting Site Visits (continued) (1.5 hour) \n• JTA Duties and Tasks (E)\, Reporting QCI Observations and Findings (1 hour) \n• Q&A/ Daily course wrap up (.25 hours) (6.5 instructional + 1.5 lunch/breaks=8 hours) \nDay Five – March 31\, 2023 – 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. \n• Daily course sign in (.25 hours) \n• Final written test (50 question/multiple choice) (1.5 hours) \n• Final test scoring and class test review (1 hour) \n• Awarding of course completion certificates (.25 hours) \n• Course wrap up/Q&A (.25 hours) \n• (3.25 instructional + .25 breaks= 3.5 hours)
URL:https://comfortreadyhome.com/event/bellingham-bpc-multifamily-energy-auditor-quality-control-inspector/
LOCATION:Building Performance Center\, 3406 Redwood Ave.\, Bellingham\, WA\, 98225
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230324T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230324T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140826
CREATED:20230223T015447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230317T192519Z
UID:10000333-1679644800-1679677200@comfortreadyhome.com
SUMMARY:Richland - PTCS Heat Pump Commissioning Training - CLASS FULL
DESCRIPTION:This training will prepare students to complete PTCS Heat Pump Commissioning Testing. This is an in-person class at the Benton REA West Richland office. \nTo register call (800) 941-3867 or email ResHVAC@bpa.gov.
URL:https://comfortreadyhome.com/event/richland-ptcs-heat-pump-commissioning-training/
LOCATION:Benton REA West Richland\, 6095 W Van Giesen St\, West Richland\, WA\, 99353\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20230314T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20230314T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140826
CREATED:20230201T000441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230201T000741Z
UID:10000394-1678779000-1678793400@comfortreadyhome.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - Trade Ally Network NW NLC and HVAC UES Training
DESCRIPTION:How can you make yourself valuable to your customers? Join Trade Ally Network NW’s lighting and HVAC experts to hear about the latest technologies and utility program incentives. The more you learn\, the more competitive you’ll be in selling more projects and growing your business.  \nWORKSHOP HIGHLIGHTS \nThis training will cover available Lighting and HVAC UES measures and discuss the process for submission\, approval and completion of custom projects in order to receive incentives through local utility energy efficiency programs. This training will have two breakout sessions\, one for Lighting and one for HVAC: \n·     Hands On with Networked Lighting Controls (NLC) – Today’s lighting controls are easy to install and provide excellent savings and flexibility for your customers. In this session\, you’ll get a hands-on experience with Luminaire Level Lighting Controls (LLLC) demonstration kits and learn tips and tricks on how to configure LLLC in real-time\, helping your business deliver a cost-effective and customizable lighting product. \n·     HVAC UES “Wins” – There are a wide variety of applicable HVAC measures available to help your customers increase the comfort of their business. In this session\, the Network will highlight projects that successfully utilized HVAC UES measure incentives throughout the Pacific Northwest\, including detailed project costs\, incentives\, and the impact of savings from energy efficient HVAC upgrades. This session will also feature a roundtable discussion to discuss experiences with HVAC measures and how the Trade Ally Network NW can better support the HVAC market. \nClick here to register for the webinar.
URL:https://comfortreadyhome.com/event/webinar-trade-ally-network-nw-nlc-and-hvac-ues-training/
LOCATION:MT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20230314T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20230314T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140826
CREATED:20230201T000421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230201T000738Z
UID:10000393-1678779000-1678793400@comfortreadyhome.com
SUMMARY:Idaho Falls - Trade Ally Network NW NLC and HVAC UES Training
DESCRIPTION:How can you make yourself valuable to your customers? Join Trade Ally Network NW’s lighting and HVAC experts to hear about the latest technologies and utility program incentives. The more you learn\, the more competitive you’ll be in selling more projects and growing your business.  \nWORKSHOP HIGHLIGHTS \nThis training will cover available Lighting and HVAC UES measures and discuss the process for submission\, approval and completion of custom projects in order to receive incentives through local utility energy efficiency programs. This training will have two breakout sessions\, one for Lighting and one for HVAC: \n·     Hands On with Networked Lighting Controls (NLC) – Today’s lighting controls are easy to install and provide excellent savings and flexibility for your customers. In this session\, you’ll get a hands-on experience with Luminaire Level Lighting Controls (LLLC) demonstration kits and learn tips and tricks on how to configure LLLC in real-time\, helping your business deliver a cost-effective and customizable lighting product. \n·     HVAC UES “Wins” – There are a wide variety of applicable HVAC measures available to help your customers increase the comfort of their business. In this session\, the Network will highlight projects that successfully utilized HVAC UES measure incentives throughout the Pacific Northwest\, including detailed project costs\, incentives\, and the impact of savings from energy efficient HVAC upgrades. This session will also feature a roundtable discussion to discuss experiences with HVAC measures and how the Trade Ally Network NW can better support the HVAC market. \nClick here to register for the Idaho Falls event.
URL:https://comfortreadyhome.com/event/idaho-falls-trade-ally-network-nw-nlc-and-hvac-ues-training/
LOCATION:Hilton Garden Inn\, 700 Lindsay Blvd.\, Idaho Falls\, ID\, 83402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230224T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230224T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140826
CREATED:20230202T020340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T020340Z
UID:10000402-1677240000-1677243600@comfortreadyhome.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - Simple Steps to Improve Ductwork Installations
DESCRIPTION:Earth Advantage & BetterBuiltNW welcome HVAC contractors\, builders\, architects and other interested building professionals for this 1-hour live webinar training to learn about common ductwork installation performance issues that can be easily avoided. \nClients expect high-performance homes that meet their comfort\, health\, and energy-efficiency expectations\, and well-designed and installed modern HVAC systems are vital to success. \nA well-performing system starts with a good design but that alone is not a guarantee. Proper duct installation significantly impacts the delivery comfort and energy efficiency. We’ll cover topics that include: \n\nUnderstand how to select and install various ducting materials and optimize performance\, comfort\, and energy efficiency.\nHear about some of the more common problems of duct installation encountered in the field.\nDiscuss how to get the best performance from flex duct.\nLearn about the terms like Equivalent Length of Duct Fittings\, Zonal Pressure Relief\, the “2-foot” rule\, and why it’s crucial to comfort.\n\nThis webinar discusses common duct installation challenges and is an excellent resource for entry-level installers as well as a great refresher for more seasoned technicians alike. We encourage high performance builders to share this training opportunity with their HVAC contractors. \nQuestions? Please contact us at education@earthadvantage.org or (503) 968-7160 x18. \nLearning Objectives\n\n\nExplain the importance of correctly installed ductwork\nConsider different ductwork materials and their advantages and disadvantages\nExplain and apply best practices for each approach\nAccess additional resources to implement the proper installation of various components of a duct system\n\nContinuing Education\nOR CCB: 1 CE\nNATE: 1 CE\nAIA LU/HWS: 1 CE\nICC: 0.5 CEs\nBPI: 0.75 CEs\nEarth Advantage Broker Renewal: 1 CE\nAccredited Green Appraiser Renewal: 1 CE \nClick here to register. 
URL:https://comfortreadyhome.com/event/webinar-simple-steps-to-improve-ductwork-installations/
LOCATION:MT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230208T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140826
CREATED:20230207T001052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230209T230843Z
UID:10000404-1675850400-1675857600@comfortreadyhome.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - Increasing Black Business Participation in Clean Energy: An Economic Imperative and Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Join this two-part webinar series to hear from CDFI leaders of color\, green financing experts\, and government leaders about the variety of financial sources and opportunities\, and how your organization can access them and share them with your clients and communities. \nThe African American Alliance of CDFI CEOs\, Emerald Cities Collaborative\, and Prosperity Now have partnered to deliver this high impact\, timely\, two-part webinar series. The series is designed to increase the participation of Black-led Community Development Finance Institutions (CDFIs) and entrepreneur serving organizations (ESOs) in the clean energy space. \nRecord climate mitigation spending on the part of the U.S. government through bills such as the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and the Inflation Reduction Act\, coupled with Administrative measures such as Justice 40\, have created a window of opportunity that can foster economic and wealth building opportunities for Black people and communities. But we must act fast to bring the organizations that capitalize and support Black businesses into the fold. Otherwise\, these wealth-building opportunities may be lost forever. Black-led CDFI’s and ESO’s can play a critical role in ensuring that these billions in community investment dollars not only foster investments in Black and Brown communities\, but that the money made off these investments\, directly benefits the Black businesses and communities that are represented in our nation’s extreme wealth disparities. \nConfirmed speaker list includes: \nLenwood Long\, President and CEO\, The African American Alliance of CDFI CEOs\nDr. Bakeyah Nelson\, Climate justice expert\nTrenton Allen\, CEO\, Sustainable Capital Advisors\nDonnell Baird\, CEO and Founder\, BlocPower\nStephen Brown II\, Founder of the Clean Energy Fund of Texas\nWatchen Bruce\, President & CEO\, Baltimore Community Lending\, Inc \nSession 2 – March 8\, 2023\, 10:00am – 12:00pm PST \nClick here to register.
URL:https://comfortreadyhome.com/event/webinar-increasing-black-business-participation-in-clean-energy-an-economic-imperative-and-opportunity/
LOCATION:MT
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230209
DTSTAMP:20260405T140826
CREATED:20230106T215225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T014334Z
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SUMMARY:Bellingham - Weatherization Technician
DESCRIPTION:The two-day class is designed to provide Weatherization Technicians the information and practice to complete high quality energy retrofit work. Each attendee will participate in classroom work and laboratory work that will align with the Washington State Department of Commerce Policies and Procedures Manual and the Standard Work Specifications Field Guide for Single Family and Manufactured Homes created by Washington Department of Commerce. \nAttendees must come prepared for classroom work and laboratory work. Please be prepared to work\, bring your calculator\, coveralls\, respirator\, hand tools and flashlights. \nSpecific tasks in the classroom will include: \n\nReview Health and Safety responsibilities.\nReview EPA RRP jobsite requirements.\nReview OSHA jobsite safety requirements.\nLearn Building Science concepts.\nPractice area and volume calculations.\nPractice estimating for weatherization projects.\nPractice reading work-scopes.\nPractice using relevant field guide or operations manual.\nLearn and understand the importance of communication with the homeowner.\nLearn and understand the importance of communication between Energy Auditors\, Crew Chiefs and Quality Control Inspectors.\nLearn air sealing and duct sealing principles.\nLearn about loose fill insulation.\nLearn about dense pack insulation.\n\nSpecific tasks in the laboratory will include: \n\nThe proper treatment of attic access panels.\nThe proper treatment of combustion appliance vents in attics.\nInstallation of weather-stripping for doors.\nInstallation of air sealing materials to seal a recessed light\, a dropped soffit\, an open wall plate and typical plumbing\, electrical and heating penetrations.\nProperly install a roof vent for attic ventilation or an exhaust fan.\nProperly install ducting for an exhaust fan in an attic space.\nProperly install and support dryer exhaust ducting in a crawlspace.\nProperly install insulation batts in a floor over a crawlspace.\nProperly install pipe insulation.\nProperly install water heater insulation.\nProperly install duct insulation.\nProperly install duct mastic on heating/cooling ducts.\nProperly identify the pressure and thermal envelope.\nExecute the blower door test.\nExecute a pressure pan test.\nEvaluate existing insulation levels.\nInstall dense pack insulation.\nIdentify relevant SWS’s from the field guide for the tasks in the laboratory.\n\nClick here to register.
URL:https://comfortreadyhome.com/event/bellingham-weatherization-technician-d378/
LOCATION:Building Performance Center\, 3406 Redwood Ave.\, Bellingham\, WA\, 98225
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230130
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230201
DTSTAMP:20260405T140826
CREATED:20230106T214314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230106T214314Z
UID:10000390-1675036800-1675209599@comfortreadyhome.com
SUMMARY:Vancouver WA - PTCS Duct Sealing Training
DESCRIPTION:This training will prepare students to complete PTCS Duct Sealing projects. This is a two-day\, in-person class at the Clark PUD Ed Center. \nContact: Kyle Chase \nPhone: (360) 970-3602
URL:https://comfortreadyhome.com/event/vancouver-wa-ptcs-duct-sealing-training/
LOCATION:Clark PUD Ed Center\, 8600 NE 117th Ave.\, Vancouver\, WA\, 98662
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