IICRC Makes Committee Appointments

Vancouver, WA, January 26, 2007--The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC ) recently made several key committee appointments and updated its consumer Web site. Since the new executive committee took office in September 2006, key appointments on Technical Advisory Committees (TACs) and standing committees have been made. These appointments include: Technical advisory committee: Jim Holland, vice chair of the restoration division of the certification council Rachel Adams, applied microbial temediation yechnician Sandy Bowles, fire and smoke restoration technician Scott Mims, water damage restoration technician Georgia Cazares, carpet repair and reinstallation technician Standing Committee: Paul Thompson, co-chair of Instructors and Schools Mike Morris, certified firms chair Sherman Guffy, supporter program chair In addition, the IICRC recently added new content and made numerous design changes to the consumer Website, www.certifiedcleaners.org to make it easier for visitors to navigate. The site was launched in 2003 and houses the link to the database referral system for consumers to search for IICRC certified firms and inspectors as well as general information, tips, and advice relating to the various areas of specialization. The Web site generates an average of 1,600 unique visitors weekly.