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18th
Annual School of
STRUCTURAL FUMIGATION
Monday, November 14
through
Friday, November 18, 2005
Florida State Exams: Saturday, November 19, 2005
University of Florida
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Fort Lauderdale Research and Education Center
3205 College Avenue
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Davie, Florida 33314
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Post-Hurricane Wilma
Update
We are pleased to announce
that Hurricane Wilma is not stopping us -- the 18th Annual School of
Structural Fumigation is on as scheduled.
If you are staying at the
Residence Inn by Marriott please contact the Manager, Deron Haller, at
(954) 626-5740 or e-mail him at
riplantsales2@whitelodging.com.
For further information or
questions about the Fumigation School, contact Dr. Brian Cabrera at
(954) 577-6363; e-mail
bcabrera@ufl.edu.
Thank you -- we look forward
to seeing you November 14th.
Don't forget to bring a
hat and sunscreen, there's less shade here now. |
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This unique course offers:
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 a
complete review of all technical aspects of structural fumigation
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instruction by a team of over 15 qualified and experienced
professionals, manufacturer reps and University of Florida faculty
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a
combination of classroom and field demonstrations
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hands-on training with fumigation equipment including: fumiscope,
interscan, detector tubes, rate calculators and SCBA
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instruction in avoiding costly fumigation errors with “tips from the
professionals”
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updates on recent fumigation research and changes in labeling and
regulations
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limited class size allows more individual attention for
participants
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Florida’s SPID and fumigation examinations offered by DACS
at the completion of the course
- instruction in identifying structural
pests controlled by fumigants
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The Only Program Of Its
Kind In The World
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All Students Receive The
“Florida Fumigation Manual” –The Most Comprehensive Guide To
Structural Fumigation
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Hands-On Instruction From
Some Of Florida’s Top Fumigators
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Scenic Tropical South Florida
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 JOIN THE MANY
COMPANIES
that have wisely taken
advantage of this unique educational opportunity. There is a demand for
highly qualified, trained fumigators. Significantly more people pass the
Fumigation and SPID exam upon completion of the course and review.
This one-week course is organized
and sponsored with the help of fumigation industry members,
manufacturers, suppliers, DACS personnel, and University of Florida
faculty. Instruction is given by a team of qualified and experienced
professionals with expertise in structural fumigation.
All aspects of structural fumigation
will be covered. Activities include more than 15 hours of classroom
instruction, 10 hours of labs and workshops, plus an actual on-site
structural fumigation.
 FUMIGATION
PROFESSIONALS . . .
Are you missing business
opportunities because you are unaware of recent technological changes?
Are you taking advantage of improvements in fumigation practices? Are
you aware of changes in rules, regulations, and fumigant labeling? Do
you have the time and facilities to provide your employees a thorough
education in structural fumigation techniques?
ENROLL NOW!
The opportunity is here — all you
have to do is take advantage of it! Program is limited to a maximum of 44
students (minimum 25).
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 "I
was extremely impressed with the training at the…School of Structural
Fumigation. The expert instruction, course work and opportunities for
hands on learning … has direct applicability to those performing
structural fumigation … or for [those] who regulate this pest control
service. I fully recommend this course for both the fumigator and
government official."
Michael J. Page
Chief, Bureau of Entomology & Pest Control,
Florida Dept. of Agriculture & Consumer Services
"The UF Fume School is by far the
most complete course for fumigation. The on-site instruction for the
actual structural fumigation process is unbeatable for a direct and
hands-on approach to learning."
Sean Brantley
Certified Fumigator and Chair,
 Florida
Fumigation Advisory Council
"I have attended 3 Fume Schools
and they just keep getting better. The up-to-date information and the
camaraderie amongst students and staff make for a most valuable and
pleasant learning experience."
Paul Pilley
Fumigation School Student, 2004
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MONDAY, NOVEMBER
14
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~ Morning Schedule ~ |
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7:30 |
Registration |
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8:00 |
Orientation |
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8:30 |
Welcome |
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8:50 |
School
History, Fumigation Manual |
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9:15 |
Break |
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9:30 |
Vehicles/Transport/DOT |
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10:30 |
Measure/Graph |
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11:30 |
Lab:
Measuring Models |
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~ Afternoon Schedule ~ |
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12:00 |
Group
Lunch |
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1:00 |
Lab:
Measuring Models |
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1:45 |
Team
Assignments/Procedures |
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2:00 |
Outdoor Activities (30 min each)
1)
Sealing Techniques
2) DOT
Truck Demo
3)
Clamping Techniques
4)
Rolling and Storage |
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4:30 |
Clean-up |
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4:45 |
Review |
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5:00 |
Adjourn |
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER
15
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~ Morning Schedule ~ |
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7:30 |
Quiz |
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8:00 |
Dosage
Calculation - Dow Calculator |
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8:30 |
Dosage
Calculation - Ensystex Software |
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9:00 |
Dosage
Calculation Lab |
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9:30 |
Break |
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9:45 |
Physical Properties |
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10:45 |
Introducing Vikane |
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11:45 |
Monitoring |
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~ Afternoon Schedule ~ |
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12:15 |
Group
Lunch & Termite Detection Equipment |
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1:15 |
Equipment Workshop (30 min each)
1)
Introduction of Vikane
2)
Monitoring Equipment
3)
Clearance of Vikane
4)
SCBA |
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4:00 |
Fumigation Economics |
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4:45 |
Review/Homework Assignment |
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5:00 |
Adjourn |
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER
16
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~ Morning Schedule ~ |
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7:30 |
Quiz |
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8:00 |
Safety
with Fumigants |
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9:00 |
Interior Prep, Homeowner Checklist |
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10:00 |
Break |
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10:15 |
Vikane
Aeration Procedures |
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11:00 |
Fumiguide Homework Review |
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11:45 |
Soil
Classification & Characteristics |
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~ Afternoon Schedule ~ |
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12:15 |
Site
Lunch, Observe Tenting Procedures |
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1:00 |
First
Fume Site Stations (20 min each)
1)
Interior Preparation
2)
Exterior Preparation
3)
Dosage/HLT Calculation
4)
Shooting Set-Up |
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2:30 |
Review |
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2:40 |
Vikane
Introduction, Shoot Truck Setup |
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3:00 |
Second
Fume Site Stations (20 min each)
1) RDA
Fumiscope
2)
Measuring Practice
3)
Leak Checks, QAR
4)
Standard Fumiscopes |
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4:30 |
Fog-Out, Damage Demonstration |
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5:00 |
Review/Homework Assignment |
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5:15 |
Adjourn |
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER
17
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~ Morning Schedule ~ |
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7:30 |
Quiz |
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8:00 |
Site:
Tarp Removal, Storage, Aeration |
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8:45 |
State
Fumigation Inspections |
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9:30 |
Dosage
Calculation Review |
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10:00 |
Break |
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10:15 |
Target
Pests |
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11:15 |
Target
Pest ID Lab |
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~ Afternoon Schedule ~ |
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12:00 |
Group
Lunch |
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1:00 |
USDA
Quarantine Fumigations |
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1:30 |
Commodity Fumigation |
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2:30 |
Fume
Site Stations (20 min each)
1)
Clearance Testing
2)
Interscan Calibration
3) HLT/Dosage
Review
4)
Site Clean-up Review |
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3:50 |
Target
Pest, Landscape Toxicity |
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4:30 |
Review
of Florida State Laws |
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5:30 |
Adjourn |
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER
18
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~ Morning Schedule ~ |
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7:30 |
Alternative/Partial Treatments |
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8:15 |
Local
Chemical Treatment |
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8:30 |
Team
Problem Solving |
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9:00 |
Team
Presentations |
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9:45 |
Break |
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10:00 |
Specialty Jobs 1 |
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10:40 |
Specialty Jobs 2 |
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11:00 |
Fumigation of Insects |
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~ Afternoon Schedule ~ |
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12:00 |
Final
Exam |
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1:00 |
Awards
Luncheon
CONCLUSION (if not taking State Exam Review) |
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2:00 |
SPID &
FL Fume Exam Review (optional) |
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5:00 |
Adjourn |
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER
19
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~ Morning Schedule ~ |
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8:00 |
Fumigation Exam (4 hours) |
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~ Afternoon Schedule ~ |
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1:00 |
SPID
Exam (3 hours) |
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SPID and Fumigation Exams |
The Florida
Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services (DACS) is offering the
Special ID Card (SPID) and Fumigation Exams on Saturday, November 19,
2005 in conjunction with the School of Structural Fumigation. If
interested in taking either exam, please complete and submit a DACS exam
application along with the required fees to: Bureau of Entomology & Pest
Control, DACS, 1203 Governors Square Blvd., Suite 300, Tallahassee,
FL 32301-2961, postmarked on or before October 11, 2005. For applications
or if you have questions, please call the Bureau directly at 850-921-4177; ask
for the “Exam Desk”.
FDACS EXAM FEES*:
| $200 |
SPID Exam (Special
Identification Card - Fumigation) |
| $225 |
Fumigation Certification
Exam |
* Fees are to be
paid directly to DACS as instructed above.
IMPORTANT REMINDER: The application deadline to take an examination
is October 11, 2005.
Examination Preparation: Throughout the course, we’ll cover most of
the material on the certification exams. We also highly recommend that
you register for the exam review session (for a nominal fee of $25) to
be held on Friday, November 18 from 2-5pm. When registering for the
Fumigation School, be sure to
indicate if you are attending the review session.
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Continuing
Education Units (CEUs)
for Florida License Holders |
After completing the course, certified
operators and SPIDs can receive up to six CEUs (two Core, two Termite,
two Fumigation). Requirements for awarding CEUs vary by state. Ask your
state Certification Office about CEU and renewal requirements.
Fumigators wishing to earn CEUs and have them applied toward license
renewal must present a Commercial, Public and/or Private License. For
questions about CEUs, email Aliska Akers at:
akersa@doacs.state.fl.us
A Certificate of Completion and a copy of
the program agenda are provided at the end of the course. To apply for CEUs
from your state, contact your state's licensing office and provide them
with these materials to determine if you are eligible for CEUs.
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REGISTER
NOW! SPACE
IS LIMITED!
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Course is limited to a minimum of
25 and a maximum of 44 students.
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To Qualify for the Early Bird
Discount, register by October 14 and save $100!
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Cost:
(includes lunch each day, all course materials, certificate
of completion, and much more!) |
| Early
registration by October 14, 2005 |
$475 |
| Late
registration after October 14, 2005 |
$575 |
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Optional Exam
Review Course (Fri., Nov. 18) |
$25 |
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Space in program will not be reserved
until payment is received.
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Information packet will be sent to
registrants including directions to the Fumigation School.
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Remember to register with DACS if taking
the state exam.
Refund Policy: Requests for
registration refunds will be honored if written notification of
cancellation is received by the Office of Conferences on or before
November 2, 2005. A $125.00 processing fee will be deducted from all
refunds. Sorry, no refunds will be honored for cancellations after
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Lodging Information & Directions |
Two nearby hotels are offering
discounted rates for those attending the Fumigation School:
 Residence
Inn by Marriott
130 N. University Dr.
Plantation, FL 33324
Distance to Fumigation School: Approximately 4 miles
Price: $129 per night
Contact: Deron Haller (954) 626-5740
EMail:
riplantsales2@whitelodging.com
- When making reservations, be sure to tell them you are with the
“University of Florida Event”, November 14-18.
 Homestead
Studio Suites Hotel
7550 State Road 84
Davie, FL 33317
Distance to Fumigation School: Approximately 1.8 miles
Price: Queen Studio room, $59.99 per night
Contact: Kevin Axe or Natalie Mower (954) 476-1211 ext. 5002
EMail:
mgr-ptn@homesteadhotels.com
- When making reservations, be sure to mention you are attending the
“Fumigation Class” at the University of Florida, November 14-18.
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Ft. Lauderdale, Florida has a sub-tropical
climate with warm weather almost year round. November is the final month
of the storm and rainy season. During the Fumigation School, it is
usually warm with some humidity during the day with temperatures usually
in the high 70s to mid 80s. Nighttime temperatures are in the 70s. Rain
showers may occur at any time, especially in the afternoon. Check current, local weather conditions in Ft. Lauderdale
below:
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Program & Training Information:
Dr. Brian J. Cabrera
Assistant Professor of Entomology
University of Florida/IFAS
Ft. Lauderdale Research and Education Center
3205 College Ave.
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33314-7799
PHONE: (954) 577-6363
FAX: (954) 475-4125
EMAIL: bcabrera@ufl.edu
Renny Perez
Director, School of Structural Fumigation
University of Florida/IFAS
Ft. Lauderdale Research & Education Center
3205 College Avenue
Davie, FL 33314-7799
PHONE: (786) 302-4767
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Registration Information:
Attn: Registration Department
University of Florida/IFAS
Office of Conferences and Institutes (OCI)
PO Box 110750
Gainesville, FL 32611 USA
PHONE: (352) 392-5930
FAX: (352) 392-9734
EMAIL: khbrand@ifas.ufl.edu |
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