{"id":7430,"date":"2019-03-18T16:19:12","date_gmt":"2019-03-18T16:19:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/insulation.org\/?page_id=7430"},"modified":"2024-12-18T13:43:37","modified_gmt":"2024-12-18T13:43:37","slug":"inspectorprogram","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/insulation.org\/training-tools\/inspectorprogram\/","title":{"rendered":"NIA\u2019s Thermal Insulation Inspector Certification&#x2122;"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"pl-7430\"  class=\"panel-layout\" ><div id=\"pg-7430-0\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-7430-0-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-7430-0-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"0\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<h2 style=\"text-align: left\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-9730 size-thumbnail\" src=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/NIA-Certified-Thermal-Insulation-Inspector-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/NIA-Certified-Thermal-Insulation-Inspector-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/NIA-Certified-Thermal-Insulation-Inspector-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/NIA-Certified-Thermal-Insulation-Inspector-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/NIA-Certified-Thermal-Insulation-Inspector.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/>NIA\u2019s Thermal Insulation Inspector Certification<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: left\">NIA's Thermal Insulation Inspector Certification Program, a two-part, four-day course to educate insulation inspectors on how to evaluate installation work and determine whether it is compliant with mechanical insulation specifications.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>2025 Upcoming Courses:<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>February In-Person Course (Philadelphia, PA)<br \/>\nHotel Reservation: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriott.com\/event-reservations\/reservation-link.mi?id=1728232382923&amp;key=GRP&amp;guestreslink2=true\">Philadelphia Airport Marriott<\/a><br \/>\nRegistration Deadline: February 6, 2025<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/nia.users.membersuite.com\/events\/a68f867e-0078-cee6-a0b0-0b47677979df\/details\">Register online<\/a> or through the <a href=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/February25_Inspector-Course-Registration-Form.pdf\">PDF registration form<\/a><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>NIA's Understanding Mechanical Insulation - February 25-26, 2025<\/li>\n<li>NIA's Thermal Insulation Inspector Certification- February 25-28, 2025<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>June Virtual Course<br \/>\nRegistration Deadline: May 15, 2025<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/nia.users.membersuite.com\/events\/a68f867e-0078-c9a5-db79-0b4767780bea\/details\">Register online<\/a> or through the <a href=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/June-2025_Virtual-Course-Registration-Form.pdf\">PDF Registration Form<\/a><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>NIA's Understanding Mechanical Insulation - June 4-5, 2025<\/li>\n<li>NIA's Thermal Insulation Inspector Certification- June 4-5, 2025 and June 11-12, 2025<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>December Virtual Course<br \/>\nRegistration Deadline: November 12, 2025<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/nia.users.membersuite.com\/events\/a68f867e-0078-ca82-4e52-0b476776e623\/details\">Register online<\/a> or through the<a href=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Dec25_Virtual-Course-Registration-Form.pdf\"> PDF Registration Form<\/a><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>NIA's Understanding Mechanical Insulation - December 3-4, 2025<\/li>\n<li>NIA's Thermal Insulation Inspector Certification- December 3-4, 2025 and December 10-11, 2025<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>To become a Certified Thermal Insulation Inspector, class participants must complete both levels of the 4-day course and receive a passing grade on the final examination at the end of each level. You also will need to have successfully completed the online <a href=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/training-tools\/e-learning-modules\/\">Mechanical Insulation Basics course<\/a> (formerly known as \u201cMechanical Insulation Education and Awareness Campaign E-Learning Modules,\u201d), resulting in an initial understanding of the principles and fundamentals of insulation and insulation systems, types of insulation products, mechanical insulation science and technology, maintenance, and more. The fee for this course is included as part of the registration fee, and a link to take the onDemand course will be sent to attendees after registering for the course.<\/p>\n<p><em>If a registration form is received after the deadline date an expedited shipping\/administrative fee of $50 will be added automatically to the course registration fee.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-10139 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Basic-Flowchart-from-Data1_Page_1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1083\" height=\"253\" srcset=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Basic-Flowchart-from-Data1_Page_1.jpg 1083w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Basic-Flowchart-from-Data1_Page_1-300x70.jpg 300w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Basic-Flowchart-from-Data1_Page_1-1024x239.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Basic-Flowchart-from-Data1_Page_1-150x35.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1083px) 100vw, 1083px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-7430-0-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-7430-0-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"1\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<div class=\"findbox\">\n<h3>I want to:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/insulation.org\/training-tools\/hostedinspectorprogram\/\">Host a Course for My Company<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/training-tools\/nia-certified-thermal-insulation-inspectors\/\">Find a NIA Certified Insulation Inspector<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Thermal-Insulation-Inspector-Certification-Virtual-Course-Sample-Agenda_Website-FINAL.pdf\">View a sample agenda<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/nia.users.membersuite.com\/events\/a68f867e-0078-cee6-a0b0-0b47677979df\/details\/\">Register for the February course<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/nia.users.membersuite.com\/events\/a68f867e-0078-c9a5-db79-0b4767780bea\/details\/\">Register for the June course<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/nia.users.membersuite.com\/events\/a68f867e-0078-ca82-4e52-0b476776e623\/details\/\">Register for the December course<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/inspectorrecertification\/\">Learn more about recertification\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/training-tools\/inspectorprogram\/faqs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read FAQs<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-7430-1\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-7430-1-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-7430-1-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"2\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<h2><strong>NIA Certi\ufb01ed Thermal Insulation Inspector Bene\ufb01ts<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>This certi\ufb01cation program will educate you on mechanical insulation, how to verify that the insulation is being installed to the speci\ufb01cation, and how to identify potential areas of concern during initial installation or ongoing operations.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Who Should Take This Course<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>This certification-level course is designed for experienced insulation professionals ready to learn a new specialty and companies ready to offer insulation system inspection as part of their services. The course is beneficial for anyone who has responsibility for contracts, maintenance, business development, quality assurance (QA)\/quality control (QC), project oversight, safety, inspections, estimating, management, product development, mechanical insulation system design, and specification development.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/1-page-Ad_Inspection-Benefits-for-Engineers.pdf\">Benefits for Engineers<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/1-page-Ad_Inspection-Benefits-for-Facility-Owners.pdf\">Benefits for Facility Owners<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/1-page-Ad_Inspection-Benefits-for-Contractors.pdf\">Benefits for Contractors&nbsp;<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Articles on the Benefits of Inspection and NIA's Certification Course<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Finsulation.org%2Fio%2Farticles%2Fprioritizing-insulation-protecting-people-systems-and-investments-in-all-seasons%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Cepenberthy%40insulation.org%7Cf17f37d08cb3471e951308d9d51b32a6%7C01b7de441c2c48feaa137ff6af2ccc25%7C0%7C0%7C637775135051049914%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&amp;sdata=nlfIifzUG7nER0dYVuPGUzyjfkgoup0BzBFUdOM9ZTg%3D&amp;reserved=0\">Prioritizing Insulation: Protecting People, Systems, and Investments in All Seasons<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Finsulation.org%2Fio%2Farticles%2Finsulation-systems-the-value-of-insulation-and-maintenance%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Cepenberthy%40insulation.org%7Cf17f37d08cb3471e951308d9d51b32a6%7C01b7de441c2c48feaa137ff6af2ccc25%7C0%7C0%7C637775135051049914%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&amp;sdata=USCLHivHZngYRwsAeev2XxwxhN3TAk31nVLUEunOpBo%3D&amp;reserved=0\">Insulation Systems: The Value of Insulation and Maintenance<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Finsulation.org%2Fio%2Farticles%2Fwhat-engineers-need-to-know-and-where-support-can-be-found%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Cepenberthy%40insulation.org%7Cf17f37d08cb3471e951308d9d51b32a6%7C01b7de441c2c48feaa137ff6af2ccc25%7C0%7C0%7C637775135051049914%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&amp;sdata=R4lgGUhaLM8XGqK3UMYu54%2BH0DCHOb7q5Nro6yBJlK4%3D&amp;reserved=0\">What Engineers Need to Know and Where Support Can Be Found<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Finsulation.org%2Fio%2Farticles%2Finsulation-is-an-investment-and-an-asset%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Cepenberthy%40insulation.org%7Cf17f37d08cb3471e951308d9d51b32a6%7C01b7de441c2c48feaa137ff6af2ccc25%7C0%7C0%7C637775135051049914%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&amp;sdata=DdwK9BVj9WTX5jnrr5oKZwOnB0oZaE%2F97dJRaraOEkY%3D&amp;reserved=0\">Insulation is an Investment and an Asset<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Inspectioneering-Journal-Article.pdf\">Inspectioneering Journal Article<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Finsulation.org%2Fio%2Farticles%2Fnia-establishes-new-industry-certification-the-thermal-insulation-inspector-certification%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Cepenberthy%40insulation.org%7Cf17f37d08cb3471e951308d9d51b32a6%7C01b7de441c2c48feaa137ff6af2ccc25%7C0%7C0%7C637775135051049914%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&amp;sdata=D1eZGxIrTOm6kALDE%2BI8pVZbXHrYlY2bUo9c8%2B73s58%3D&amp;reserved=0\">NIA Establishes New Industry Certification: The Thermal Insulation Inspector Certification\u2122<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-7430-2\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-7430-2-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-7430-2-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"3\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<h2><strong>About the Program<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>To become a Certified Thermal Insulation Inspector, class participants must complete both levels of the 4-day course and receive a passing grade on the final examination at the end of each level. <a href=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Thermal-Insulation-Inspector-Certification-Virtual-Course-Sample-Agenda_Website-FINAL.pdf\">Click here for a sample course agenda.<\/a><\/p>\n<h4>Attending a virtual course? <a href=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Tips-for-a-Successful-Virtual-Training-Experience-1.pdf\">Click here for tips on a successful virtual training experience!<\/a><\/h4>\n<p>Click here for <a href=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/NIA-Certified-Thermal-Insulation-Inspector-Job-Description.pdf\">NIA Certified Thermal Insulation Inspector Job Description<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-13813 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Understanding-Manual-116x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"116\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Understanding-Manual-116x150.jpg 116w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Understanding-Manual-233x300.jpg 233w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Understanding-Manual.jpg 621w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 116px) 100vw, 116px\" \/>Part 1: NIA\u2019s Understanding Mechanical Insulation course<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>NIA\u2019s Understanding Mechanical Insulation includes a review of the insulation industry market segments; the need and importance of inspection; the purpose of mechanical insulation systems and why that is important to the inspection process; primary insulation materials and protective coverings; the importance of Safety Data Sheets; and codes, standards, regulations, and guidelines, and how they are intertwined.<\/p>\n<h3><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-13814 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/TIIP-Manual-116x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"116\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/TIIP-Manual-116x150.jpg 116w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/TIIP-Manual-233x300.jpg 233w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/TIIP-Manual.jpg 621w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 116px) 100vw, 116px\" \/>Part 2: NIA\u2019s Thermal Insulation Inspector Certification course<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>NIA\u2019s Thermal Insulation Inspector Certification course includes topics such as the roles and responsibilities of an inspector; the basis of inspection\u2014what are you inspecting to; the inspection process in new construction and maintenance; inspection tools and techniques; common occurrences\/ problem areas that may be encountered during an inspection; and inspection documentation and reporting.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Thermal-Insulation-Inspector-Certification-Virtual-Course_Course-Policies-and-Guidelines-1.pdf\">Click here<\/a> to read about NIA's Cancellation Policy and Course Guidelines.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Course Registration Rates\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>NIA Member: $2,805 (regular rate), $2,695 (cash\/check discount)<\/li>\n<li>Engineer\/Owner\/End User\/TIAC Member: $2,805 (regular rate), $2,695 (cash\/check discount)<\/li>\n<li>Non-Member: $3,690 (regular rate), $3,545 (cash\/check discount)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Pre-qualifications for the Program<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>NIA\u2019s Inspector Certification is developed for individuals who have good communication skills as well as the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Have successfully completed the online <a href=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/training-tools\/e-learning-modules\/\">Mechanical Insulation Basics course<\/a> (formerly known as \u201cMechanical Insulation Education and Awareness Campaign E-Learning Modules,\u201d), resulting in an initial understanding of the principles and fundamentals of insulation and insulation systems, types of insulation products, mechanical insulation science and technology, maintenance, and more. The fee for this course is included as part of the registration fee, and a link to take the onDemand course will be sent to attendees after registering for the course.<\/li>\n<li>A minimum of 3 years of experience in commercial and\/or industrial construction, process, and maintenance industry, inspection, or related fields<\/li>\n<li>Good communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment; and<\/li>\n<li>The ability to recognize potential basic safety concerns during facility visits and insulation system inspections.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-7430-3\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-7430-3-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-7430-3-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"4\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<h2>Professional Instructors<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-7430-4\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-7430-4-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-7430-4-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"5\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-13825\" src=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Jeff-DeGraaf-240x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"250\" srcset=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Jeff-DeGraaf-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Jeff-DeGraaf-120x150.jpg 120w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Jeff-DeGraaf.jpg 413w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-7430-4-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-7430-4-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"6\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p><strong>Jeff DeGraaf<\/strong>, a 45-year industry veteran, is a former contracting business owner, a past NIA Board Member, and former Midwest Insulation Contractors Association (MICA) President. Jeff retired from the industry with 45 years of experience in petrochemicals, power plants, cement plants, and food and beverage facilities. He holds safety and equipment certifications and has served as an SME to the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER), MICA, and for the National Commercial and Industrial Insulation Standards Manual (Standards Manual). Jeff sits on the Standards Manual committee and has chaired several committees. Jeff is also project lead for the development of National Insulation Standards. He is a NIA Certified Thermal Insulation Inspector, a Certified Energy Appraiser, and also is an instructor for both of these NIA certification-level classes.<\/p>\n<p>Insights from Jeff: \u201cWhether you are new to the insulation industry or have 40+ years of experience like I do, I highly recommend both NIA\u2019s certification-level courses: the Insulation Energy Appraisal Program and the Thermal Insulation Inspector Program. The scope and depth of the information provided over the course of just a few days may surprise you and will provide a new way to see to our industry.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-7430-5\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-7430-5-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-7430-5-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"7\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-12128\" src=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Headshot_200x200_Scott-Sinclair.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Headshot_200x200_Scott-Sinclair.jpg 200w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Headshot_200x200_Scott-Sinclair-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-7430-5-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-7430-5-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"8\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p><strong>Scott Sinclair<\/strong> is the National Specification Manager, Industrial Insulation at Johns Manville (JM). From June 2019 through March 2020, he was Regional Technical Manager for the Eastern and Midwest United States and Eastern Canada. Before joining JM, he was the National Sales Manager for Scott Manufacturing, an insulation fabricator for the OEM HVAC and appliance markets. Previously, he was the North America Sales and Technical Manager for ULVA Insulation Systems. Scott represents JM\u2019s Industrial Insulation group on various AMPP, API, NIA, and ASTM committees. He is a NIA Certified Thermal Insulation Inspector and Insulation Energy Appraiser, and also is an instructor for both of these NIA certification-level classes.<\/p>\n<p>Insights from Scott: \u201cFor anyone thinking about getting certified as an Appraiser or Inspector, my advice is don\u2019t wait\u2014do it now! You will be adding value to your organization\u2019s value proposition by offering an additional service to your customers or helping them meet energy efficiency goals through an optimized insulation system. NIA\u2019s courses are designed to educate, inform, and help you meet your customers\u2019 needs.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-7430-6\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-7430-6-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-7430-6-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"9\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-12181 size-medium alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Garry-Caudill-200x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Garry-Caudill-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Garry-Caudill-100x150.jpg 100w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Garry-Caudill.jpg 396w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-7430-6-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-7430-6-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"10\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p>Based in Denver, Colorado, with more than 40 years of industry experience, <strong>Garry Caudill<\/strong> spent over 20 years with Johns Manville, serving in a wide variety of capacities within JM\u2019s insulation businesses from sales management to product, marketing, and channel management. Prior to his recent retirement, Garry was the Product Management Leader for JM\u2019s Industrial Insulation business. Previously, Garry worked for Thermal Ceramics for 22 years.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-7430-7\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-7430-7-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-7430-7-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"11\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-13332 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/NIA-Headshot-250x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"250\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/NIA-Headshot-250x300.jpg 250w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/NIA-Headshot-853x1024.jpg 853w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/NIA-Headshot-125x150.jpg 125w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/NIA-Headshot-1280x1536.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/NIA-Headshot-1706x2048.jpg 1706w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-7430-7-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-7430-7-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"12\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p>Based in Appleton, Wisconsin, <strong>Erica Schneider <\/strong>is a NIA Certified Thermal Insulation Inspector\u2122 for Mechanical Insulation Consulting Group, a subsidiary of Bartelt Insulation Supply, Inc. In her current position, she specializes in anhydrous ammonia insulation systems and has more than 20 years of experience in the industrial insulation industry\u2014from being indentured as an apprentice to becoming a Project Manager, Certified Inspector, and Energy Appraiser.<\/p>\n<p>Insights from Erica: \u201cAs an NIA Certified Thermal Insulation Inspector\u2122 and Energy Appraiser\u2122, I highly value the additional services our company can offer to our customers along with our Preventative Maintenance Program. NIA's flexible in-person and virtual course options make certification accessible to insulation professionals from diverse backgrounds. As an instructor, I've found that interactions across different experience levels and regions improve the group\u2019s expertise and elevate industry standards.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-7430-8\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-7430-8-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-7430-8-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"13\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-867 size-thumbnail\" src=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Energy-Appraiser-Certification-Course-Materials-Icon-150x150.png\" alt=\"Energy Appraiser Certification - Course Materials Icon\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Energy-Appraiser-Certification-Course-Materials-Icon-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Energy-Appraiser-Certification-Course-Materials-Icon-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Energy-Appraiser-Certification-Course-Materials-Icon-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Energy-Appraiser-Certification-Course-Materials-Icon.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-7430-8-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-7430-8-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"14\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<h3>Course Schedule and Materials<\/h3>\n<p>The course runs from approximately 8 a.m. \u20135 p.m. CT which will include breaks throughout the day and for lunch.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Thermal-Insulation-Inspector-Certification-Virtual-Course_Course-Policies-and-Guidelines-1.pdf\">Click here<\/a> to read about NIA's Cancellation Policy and Course Guidelines.<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Thermal-Insulation-Inspector-Certification-Virtual-Course-Sample-Agenda_Website-FINAL.pdf\">Click here for a sample course agenda.<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Students will receive the following materials shipped to their preferred address: Two professionally printed full-color course manuals and one copy of the&nbsp;<em>North American Commercial &amp; Industrial Insulation Standards<\/em> 9<sup>th<\/sup>&nbsp;edition. Additional shipping charges will occur for students who live outside of the United States.<\/p>\n<p>Students who pass the exam will also receive a certification marketing kit (certificate, electronic sample documents, marketing materials, etc.).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-7430-9\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-7430-9-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-7430-9-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"15\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-869 size-thumbnail\" src=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Energy-Appraiser-Certification-Exam-Icon-150x150.png\" alt=\"Energy Appraiser Certification- Exam Icon\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Energy-Appraiser-Certification-Exam-Icon-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Energy-Appraiser-Certification-Exam-Icon-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Energy-Appraiser-Certification-Exam-Icon-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Energy-Appraiser-Certification-Exam-Icon.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-7430-9-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-7430-9-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"16\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<h3>Exam Details<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Part 1: NIA\u2019s Understanding Mechanical Insulation exam is taken on day 2 of the course.<\/li>\n<li>Part 2: NIA\u2019s Thermal Insulation Inspector Certification Course exam is taken on day 4 of the course.<\/li>\n<li>Each exam has 50 questions and will cover information that was discussed in each section.<\/li>\n<li>Students must score 70% or higher on both exams to become a Certified Thermal Insulation Inspector.<\/li>\n<li>Students who do not score at least 70% on each exam will be notified by NIA about how to retake the exam after the class. Retake exams are available and can be scheduled through NIA.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Computer Requirements for the Virtual Course and Online Exam<\/h3>\n<p>A computer with a recent operating system (less than 3\u20134 years old) that has Google Chrome installed (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/chrome\/\">click here to download the latest version<\/a>) and a consistent Internet connection capable of uploading files larger than 3 Mbps is required. <u>A web camera and microphone are required for course participation and the exam<\/u>. If you are using a Windows computer\u2013you may need to disable your firewall. We recommend using a personal computer if you have one available. If you are using a Windows personal computer on your home network, you may still be required to disable your firewall.<\/p>\n<p><em>NIA has partnered with a new testing vendor and for your certification exam. Rosalyn is an online proctoring platform who NIA has partnered with to proctor your exam. To review all guidelines and requirements, please <a href=\"https:\/\/synap.ac\/candidates-rosalyn-proctoring\/\">click here.<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-7430-10\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-7430-10-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-7430-10-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"17\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-770 size-thumbnail\" src=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/Events-Landing-Page-Event-Icon-150x150.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/Events-Landing-Page-Event-Icon-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/Events-Landing-Page-Event-Icon-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/Events-Landing-Page-Event-Icon-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/Events-Landing-Page-Event-Icon.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-7430-10-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-7430-10-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"18\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<h3>Recertification<\/h3>\n<p>Once a student completes the Thermal Insulation Inspector Certification Program and successfully passes the exam, they become certified as a NIA Certified Thermal Insulation Inspector for 3 years. The certification will expire December 31 of the third year, regardless of the month the certification was completed. During the third year, the student will receive a letter and email detailing the online recertification process. Additional details about the recertification process will be sent out at the end of every year, at that time all Certified Insulation Inspectors will be contacted with more information.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-7430-11\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-7430-11-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-7430-11-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"19\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">What NIA Leaders Say about NIA's Thermal Insulation Inspector Certification<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-7430-12\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-7430-12-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-7430-12-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"20\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-8034 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/John-Lamberton-107x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"107\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/John-Lamberton-107x150.jpg 107w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/John-Lamberton-214x300.jpg 214w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/John-Lamberton.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 107px) 100vw, 107px\" \/>\u201cThis program will be helpful in raising the bar for mechanical insulation contracting. I was very impressed with the detail and quality of the student materials and how knowledgeable all the instructors are.\u201d<br \/>\u2014<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>John Lamberton, NIA Immediate Past President, Chief Operating Officer, Irex Contracting Group, Class Participant<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-7430-12-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-7430-12-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"21\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-7205 size-thumbnail\" src=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Dana-headshot-2018_reduced-120x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"120\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Dana-headshot-2018_reduced-120x150.jpg 120w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Dana-headshot-2018_reduced-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Dana-headshot-2018_reduced-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Dana-headshot-2018_reduced.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 120px) 100vw, 120px\" \/>\"I am very excited about the initiative for NIA to become the education and training leader in our industry. Using the knowledge of our membership to create curriculum is an example of how we can lead the industry to future success. We have online training as well as classroom instruction, and continue to add content to address the needs of the industry. Having tools available to train our employees is a huge benefit, but I am also excited that we have programs available to people outside of our association. Launching the Thermal Insulation Inspector Certification is the impressive result of our members working together to create a certification program that will elevate the awareness of the importance of mechanical insulation.\"<br \/>\u2014 Dana Vlk, NIA Past President<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-7430-12-2\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-7430-12-2-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"22\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-6469 size-thumbnail\" src=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Dan-Bofinger_reduced-size_no-caption-107x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"107\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Dan-Bofinger_reduced-size_no-caption-107x150.jpg 107w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Dan-Bofinger_reduced-size_no-caption-213x300.jpg 213w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Dan-Bofinger_reduced-size_no-caption-728x1024.jpg 728w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Dan-Bofinger_reduced-size_no-caption.jpg 796w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 107px) 100vw, 107px\" \/>\"The Thermal Insulation Inspector Certification that NIA is developing has the potential to be a game changer in how systems are installed, the quality of the system, and it\u2019s just going to raise the bar for the industry at all levels\u2014manufacturing, contracting, distribution\u2014everyone is going to have to be on their game because there will be oversight to ensure things are getting done per the specification.\"<br \/>\u2014 Dan Bofinger, NIA Past President and Regional Vice President, East, Specialty Products &amp; 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