Training Initiatives

NAIMA and its member companies work with many organizations to assure that fiber glass, rock wool and slag wool insulation are installed correctly to maximize the performance of the building or mechanical system as well as to meet building codes, energy codes and OSHA regulations.

ASHRAE Mechanical Insulation Training Course

Don't leave performance to chance! Take this ASHRAE hands-on training course.

Cost: $360 for ASHRAE Members, $460 for Non-Members. Lunch and software included.

Fibrous Glass Duct Board - Duct Instruct Program

Duct Instruct is the official new name of the Train the Trainer Program. NAIMA’s Fiber Glass Duct Board Duct Instruct Program is a comprehensive duct fabrication and installation training program. It is designed to train the individuals who are responsible for training HVAC mechanics and technicians in the proper application, fabrication and installation of fiber glass duct board systems. The goal is to have fiber glass duct construction become one of the basic building blocks for completion of the typical HVAC technician course

Two different trainings are available under the Duct Instruct program: Duct Instruct and Duct Construct:

NAIMA training partnership programs are now in place at the following locations:

For more information on how to bring a Fiber Glass Duct Board Duct Instruct Program to your area, call NAIMA at (703) 684-0084 or E-mail us.

Fiber Glass Home Insulation Installation Video Series

In partnership with the California Energy Commission’s Consumer Energy Center, NAIMA has sponsored development of training videos for the California Energy Center’s online training series. Included in the video are ‘how-to’ segments on:

Member Company Programs

In addition, NAIMA Member companies sponsor contractor training programs and have a broad range of instructional materials available free of charge. For more information, click on the NAIMA member web sites below:

Midwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (MEEA)

With support from NAIMA, the Midwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (MEEA) has instituted its Midwest Building Solutions Program, a results-oriented training program for homebuilders. This half-day training offers tested solutions to common challenges faced by Midwestern builders. It is designed for builders, remodelers, subcontractors, home inspectors, purchasing agents, business managers, and marketing and sales representatives in the building industry. Attendees will learn how to achieve superior building performance related to:

	Framing
	Insulation
	Windows
	HVAC and ducts
	Air tightness
	New approaches to code compliance
	Untapped opportunities for cost savings
	How to avoid mold and water-related problems
	Ways to sell your better building practices
	New guidelines for ENERGY STAR^® qualified homes
	More about new federal tax credits for builders of energy-efficient homes

The goal of this training is to promote a cost-effective and resource-efficient approach to building resulting in new homes that are durable, safe, comfortable, and exceed the minimum standards of the International Energy Conservation Code. Click here for more information.

National Insulation Training Program (1.5 C.E.U.s)

(For piping and equipment insulation found in mechanical and process systems)

The National Insulation Training Program is offered by the National Insulation Association (NIA). It is a one-of-a-kind, two-day training program designed to educate attendees on how to choose the right insulation system for the job. The objective is for attendees to acquire a working knowledge of insulation and insulation systems design that help avoid costly mistakes that result in system failures and injury of plant personnel. The program incorporates a number of practical exercises that provide real insights into insulation technologies. And, students get to see first hand the range of products and specification tools currently on the market, including NAIMA’s 3E Plus Insulation Thickness Software Program.

Insulation Energy Appraisal Program (1.5 C.E.U.s & Certification)

The National Insulation Association’s (NIA) Insulation Energy Appraisal Program is a 2-day course that teaches students how to perform an insulation energy appraisal on plant or facility piping and equipment systems. During the course, students learn how to:

Students can receive certification as an energy appraiser after passing an examination.

NAIMA Product Stewardship Program

The NAIMA Product Stewardship Program is a reaffirmation of NAIMA and its members’ commitment to promote the safe handling of fiber glass, rock wool, and slag wool products. The manufacture and use of fiber glass, rock wool and slag wool is an important component of the nation’s economy, providing energy-saving insulation products that not only make homes and buildings more comfortable, but also reduce pollution, protect the environment and promote energy efficiency. Fiber glass, rock and slag wool products are safe to manufacture, install and use when recommended work practices are followed. Consistent with this fact, NAIMA has established a renewed Product Stewardship Program, which embodies the components of the earlier OSHA-NAIMA Health and Safety Partnership Program. The HSPP was a comprehensive eight-year partnership with OSHA, which NAIMA completed in May 2007, and now NAIMA incorporates safe work practices, training materials, exposure database, and other HSPP features into NAIMA’s Product Stewardship Program. Visit the NAIMA literature library Product Stewardship Section.

Health & Safety Partnership Program

NAIMA’s Health and Safety Partnership Program (HSPP) is a cooperative, voluntary program for worker protection developed jointly by NAIMA and the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the National Insulation Association (NIA) and the Insulation Contractors Association of America (ICAA).

The program is a voluntary effort by industry to promote enhanced work practices among insulation manufacturers, insulation contractors and other users of fiber glass, rock wool and slag wool products. Part of the HSPP duties assumed by NAIMA is the sponsorship of training sessions to help educate workers and employers about the work practices. In addition to formal training sessions provided by NAIMA, HSPP Training materials including a video and literature are available free of charge. Visit the NAIMA literature library Health & Safety Section.

NAIMA Partners in Training Initiatives