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The Restoration Industry Association

Submitted by 22960 on Wed, 12/17/2008 - 20:46

The Restoration Industry Association (RIA) serves and represents the interests of the commercial and residential restoration and cleaning industries by promoting the highest ethical standards; providing education, professional qualification and certification opportunities; positively influencing regulations and governmental actions; and advancing the safety, image, efficiency, and competitiveness of industry members.

 

Representing over 20,000 cleaning and restoration professionals from 1,200 firms, specializing in textiles, environmental issues, and restoration, RIA provides credibility, education and business improvement events to maximize industry exposure and to advance knowledge in the cleaning and restoration industry. With an extensive network of professionals working towards similar goals, RIA has become a trusted resource of knowledge for those involved in cleaning and restoration.

  • Disaster and fire/smoke restoration
  • Water damage restoration
  • Rug, drapery and upholstery cleaning
  • Air quality and mold ID/removal
  • Mechanical systems hygiene
  • And more
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EPA Registration

Submitted by Alyssa Dara on Tue, 07/06/2010 - 14:17

Formal listing with EPA of a new pesticide before it can be sold or distributed. Under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act, EPA is responsible for registration (pre-market licensing) of pesticides on the basis of data demonstrating no unreasonable adverse effects on human health or the environment when applied according to approved label directions.  (EPA Definition)

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