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Weatherization

Weatherization. Standards and Job Descriptions for the District. April 20, 2009. Agenda. Welcome and Purpose Introductions and Overview of the Meeting Review of Models Small Group Work Report Out by Small Groups Review of the Day. Weatherization Standards.

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Weatherization

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  1. Weatherization Standards and Job Descriptions for the District April 20, 2009

  2. Agenda • Welcome and Purpose • Introductions and Overview of the Meeting • Review of Models • Small Group Work • Report Out by Small Groups • Review of the Day

  3. Weatherization Standards Nationally –recognized certifications and standards

  4. Weatherization Standards • RESNET • Building Performance Institute • Home Performance by Energy Star • NABCEP

  5. Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET) • Nationally recognized • Used as a building block in many WAP • Established the HERS Index • RESNET standards encompass three areas: • Software accreditation achieved by passing a battery of software verification tests developed by U.S. National Laboratories and RESNET • RESNET National Rater Test for knowledge base and skill - $50 • An annual quality assurance evaluation

  6. Building Performance Institute • National non-profit that credentials individuals and organizations • Nationally recognized certifications • BPI certification is required for Home Performance by ENERGY STAR • Corporate costs: $1,500 initial fee • Individual - $550 ($200 written; $350 field)

  7. Home Performance by ENERGY STAR • Nationally recognized • Used in 22 states (including Maryland) • Adapt the standards to local requirements • Fees for training and participation are set by individual jurisdictions

  8. NABCEP • Nationally recognized • Three certificate levels • Entry Level Certificate • PV Installer • Solar Thermal Installer

  9. Residential & Commercial Weatherization Residential Commercial • Lead abatement • OSHA training • General residential maintenance skills • OSHA training – advanced • General building maintenance • Commercial skills (scaffolding, etc.)

  10. Weatherization Training • Emphasizes general construction skills • Timeframes for technical classroom training • intermediate weatherization installer training (5 days) • construction related software training (5-8 days) • basic building systems training (5-8 days) • advanced weatherization installer training (4-6 days) • basic energy auditor training (5 days) • Additional time for on-the-job training • Additional time for literacy and numeracy training

  11. Weatherization Job Descriptions

  12. Home Energy Auditor • HSD/GED • Use specialized equipment • Customer service skills • RESNET Certification

  13. Weatherization Technician • HSD/GED • Construction knowledge • Good weatherization is good home maintenance – the same skills are in play • Building analyst certification from BPI

  14. Weatherization Inspector • HSD/GED • Knowledge of weatherization standards • Construction experience • Customer service skills • Knowledge of local codes • Certification as BPI Specialist

  15. Commonalities • Require High School Diploma or GED • Some construction experience • Criminal background check • Drug and alcohol testing • Valid driver’s license

  16. Small Groups

  17. Discussion Topics • Identify the standard or combination of standards for the District • This sets the framework for training • Create draft job descriptions • Energy Auditor • Weatherization Technician • Weatherization Supervisor

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