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Levels of Certification
Installers achieving CFI Certification must agree to abide by the CFI Pledge and
follow the Manufacturer’s recommendations when installing floorcovering.
It is understood that the Installer who successfully
completes the described category, has demonstrated to the Certifier, the ability
to perform the work as listed below.
**Special
installation techniques required by the manufacturer for designated carpets are
not included in the CFI Certification. All proof of experience forms must
be presented prior to testing.**
RESIDENTIAL I ($145 - Cannot be
tested for without the C I Category. Minimum of $290 to test)
Lightweight,
Base-grade, Tufted carpet – Two Years Experience
Installer possesses ability to
install carpet in track houses, apartments,
and manufactured housing, etc.
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Answer written and oral questions
for R –I
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Figure
diagram with seam placement and yardage
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Successfully
complete EPA and OSHA tests
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Demonstrate
proper powerstretching techniques
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Construct
lengthgrain and crossgrain seams in stretch-in and direct-glue installations
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Correctly
apply seam sealer/latex
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Upholster
stair with spindles
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Understand
basics of pattern alignment
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Understand
floor preparation and doorway terminations
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Correctly
identify carpet and backings (5)
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Demonstrate
the technique of top row cutting
If Assistance is received, Residential-II
would NOT be available at that date.
RESIDENTIAL II
($290)
More detailed, Berber,
Dense-Cut Pile, Patterned – Four Years Experience
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Excel
in Residential-1 Skills in addition to:
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Answer
written and oral questions for R-I and R-II
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Construct
lengthgrain and crossgrain seams in stretch-in and direct-glue installation
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Upholster
stair with spindles in specified carpets
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Perform
more advanced skills testing
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Identify
12 backings
NO
ASSISTANCE DURING TESTING TO RECEIVE RESIDENTIAL-II
COMMERCIAL I ($145 - Cannot be
tested for without the R I
Category. Minimum of
$290 to test)
Lightweight, Basegrade – 2
Years Experience
A Commercial I
Installer possesses the ability to perform work properly in strip malls, small commercial
installations, single office or small retail establishments.
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Answer all written and oral test questions for C-I
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Successfully complete OSHA and EPA Test
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Figure diagram with seam placement and yardage
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Identify the carpet and backings (5)
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Recognize floor preparation
procedures
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Apply seam sealer/latex
correctly
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Demonstrate the technique of top row cutting
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Understand correct adhesive and proper trowel sizes
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Understand temperature and moisture issues
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Knowledgeable concerning terminations of carpet to
the other surfaces/wallbase
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Demonstrates proper use of powerstretcher
and
pattern
matching
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Install upholstered stair
If
Assistance
is
received,
Commercial
II is
NOT
available
at
that
date.
COMMERCIAL
II ($290)
More detailed, Double Glue Installations, Patterns – 4 Years Experience
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Excel
at requirements of Commercial I in addition to:
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Install proficiently dense cut piles, patterns, loops, and graphics and
woven carpets
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Double-glue installations
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Attached cushion backings and installation of such
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Proficient at installation of patterned merchandise
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Install all types of stairs proficiently
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Installs border
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Construct
seams/hot
melt
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direct
glue
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Practices
the
importance of
communication
and
teamwork
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Possess the ability to read blueprints and understand roll sequence
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Identify backings of carpet (12)
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Identify the cushion and correct application
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Site
conditions
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must
be
proficient
concerning
moisture,
alkalinity,
correction
of
bow-skew-pattern
elongation.
NO ASSISTANCE DURING TESTING
TO RECEIVE COMMERCIAL-II
MASTER
II -
10 Years Experience
The Master II designation is designed as a
continuing education
CFI Certification.
When successfully completed, the Master II
Certification will signify that
the Installer is current with new requirements
of the installation trade and
is proficient in all segments of carpet
installation. The Master II category
will be listed separately in the
Directory.
The cost of the Master Certification is
$500.00. A $100.00 non-refundable
deposit is due prior to taking the written portion of the test. When
notification
is sent that the written portion has been successfully passed the remaining
$400.00 may be paid in segments or paid in full prior to the date of the
scheduled "hands-on" test.
The Master II test is an intensive test requiring
advanced knowledge and
proficient hands skills, not limited to handsewing techniques. For more information, contact the CFI Office -
816.231.4646
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