Requirements for Training at Your Location
Facility Requirements
The IREC Standard requires those receiving recognition as an “Accredited Training Program” have and maintain sufficient facilities in which to conduct their training programs. The EnergySmart Academy, together with SFCC, has created a state-of-the-art facility with both safety and trainee comfort in mind.
Off-site classroom facilities must meet the same standard as trainings taking place at SFCC. Adequate lighting, heating/cooling, and space, a safe work environment, comfortable seating, bathroom facilities, handicap accessibility (if needed), and presentation equipment must all be present at the off-site facility. All tools and materials required for the training must be available and in safe, working condition. All requirements, including specific location and materials, must be verified either by staff visit or video submission.
For field training facilities, the instructor will determine what requirements and amenities are necessary for the specified course and day of instruction. For example, when teaching Retrofit Installer Technician courses focusing on dense-pack insulation, a field site might require under insulated cavities, adequate electrical load to support the insulation machine, and adequate ventilation, but may not require comfortable seating or presentation equipment. Again, these requirements must be verified by staff visit or video submission.
Off-site classroom facilities must meet the same standard as trainings taking place at SFCC. Adequate lighting, heating/cooling, and space, a safe work environment, comfortable seating, bathroom facilities, handicap accessibility (if needed), and presentation equipment must all be present at the off-site facility. All tools and materials required for the training must be available and in safe, working condition. All requirements, including specific location and materials, must be verified either by staff visit or video submission.
For field training facilities, the instructor will determine what requirements and amenities are necessary for the specified course and day of instruction. For example, when teaching Retrofit Installer Technician courses focusing on dense-pack insulation, a field site might require under insulated cavities, adequate electrical load to support the insulation machine, and adequate ventilation, but may not require comfortable seating or presentation equipment. Again, these requirements must be verified by staff visit or video submission.
Tools and Equipment
Each course outlines the proper use and safety measures for tools, equipment, and hardware specific to that course learning objectives. If we are training at a location outside of Santa Fe, a list of required tools and equipment will be sent in advance to the location which must then verify they have what is needed. If tools and equipment are not available, in some cases we will bring them with us.
Safety
Training on location requires the same attention to safety that we practice at our Santa Fe location. Ahead of time we will verify that there is sufficient personal protective equipment for each student. Our instructor will do a safety analysis, including completing a job hazard analysis worksheet, prior to any field visit.