26 Florida Pool Prosm • January 2024 FSPA CHAPTER NEWS EXPO EDUCATION Fundamentals of Construction Contracts Friday, February 23 11:00 a.m. - 11:50 p.m. CILB #0614424 / BSP 1 hr Instructor: Erik F. Szabo, Shutts & Bowen LLP The presentation provides attendees with an overview of important considerations for construction contracts in Florida, discussing practical tips for mitigating potential claims related to pool construct ion from the perspective of legal counsel. Managing the Cost of Risk Friday, February 23 11:00 a.m. - 11:50 a.m. CILB #0610236 / WPS 1 hr Instructor: Kerry Tait, Insurance by Ken Brown This course will help contractors understand the impact of losses on the cost to the bottom line, show contractors the potential ROI if they develop and adopt a safety and health program, and instruct on how to implement a safety and health program or improve an existing program. Enhancing Your Digital Footprint Friday, February 23 12:00 p.m. - 1:50 p.m. CILB #NO CE / NO CILB CREDIT 2 hr Instructor: Bruce Porter, SWAT Marketing Enhancing your digital footprint will show you how to setup your online presence for success. It will address the user experience, Google best practices, local listings, search engine optimization best practices, and email marketing. Hire-Train-Motivate-Retain: Hiring for Retention Saturday, February 24 8:30 a.m. - 10:20 a.m. CILB #0614606 / BSP 2 hr Instructor: Jenny D'Ugard, Team Horner Build a better business through a consistent practice to hire, train, motivate, and retain the best talent available in our industry. Could This Happen to You? Saturday, February 24 8:30 a.m. - 9:20 a.m. CILB #0610236 / WPS 1 hr Instructor: David Griffiths, Insurance by Ken Brown This course will make business owners aware of the ramifications of business decisions which can lead to potentially catastrophic incidents and accidents. Formalized Fleet Safety Program Saturday, February 24 9:30 a.m. - 10:20 a.m. CILB #0614363 / WPS 1 hr Instructor: Sean Yakicic, Amerisure The purpose of this presentation is to help business owners with fleets of vehicles understand what a comprehensive fleet safety program entails. Powerful Teams, Financial Habits, and Employee Retention Saturday, February 24 9:30 a.m. - 11:20 a.m. CILB #0614642 / GEN 2 hr Instructor: Heather Linton, Swim Carefree This course covers customer acquisition, improving f inanc ial habi t s , handl ing challenging situations/customers, improving the bottom line, and employee retention. Increased Profits Thru Next Level Water Quality Saturday, February 24 10:30 a.m. - 11:20 a.m. CILB #0614590 / GEN 1 hr Instructor: Steve Arb, NC Brands Upgrading water quality increases the value of the service offered while often reducing the cost of providing it. This course will explore the addition of specialty chemicals such as clarifiers, enzymes, phosphate removers, and scale prevention that may add incremental cost. Preparing Your Business to LiveWithout You Saturday, February 24 10:30 a.m. - 11:20 a.m. CILB #0614358 / BSP 1 hr Instructor: Gary Crayton, Pool Troopers This course will enhance the knowledge around preparing a business to operate for the time when the principal decides to retire or sell the business so it can continue past their involvement. Understanding the Experience Modification Formula to Determine Workers' Compensation Cost Saturday, February 24 10:30 a.m. - 11:20 a.m. CILB #0613204 / WC 1 hr Instructor: Kerry Tait, Insurance by Ken Brown This course is designed to teach the participant the 16 variables that comprise their experience modification and its role in the final cost of workers’ compensation. LP Gas (Fees Apply) LP Gas Master Qualifier Manufacturer Endorsed Program - Hayward $625 (FSPA members pay $475) Meets No CILB CE / LP Gas CE is earned Wednesday 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Instructor Jason Nokk, Gas Training Services This course covers LP gas safety and the installation, maintenance, service, and repair of LP gas systems and appliances with special considerations for swimming pool related products and systems. This class is manufacturer endorsed. The Certificate of Completion awarded at the completion of this course may be used to apply for the LP Gas Master Qualifier Certification with the Florida Department of Agriculture, Consumer Services Division. LP Gas Exam Prep $475 (FSPA membes pay $375) Meets No CILB CE / LP Gas CE is earned Wednesday 1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Instructor Jason Nokk, Gas Training Services This is a prep course for the LP Category 5 license exam. This license is needed to service, install, repair and sell LP gas equipment, No DBPR/CILB CE will be issued for LP Gas courses. The vendor company, Gas Training Services, and the course have been approved by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services for continuing education credit for LP Gas License holders. appliances and piping. It does not include work performed on RV Systems, LP gas containers and LP gas motor fuel system. Florida Public Pool Specialist 16-hour Certification approved by DOH Wednesday, Feb. 21 - Thursday, Feb. 22: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Orange County Convention Center Course manual and lunch included Become certified to service public pools and spas in Florida. Required in Florida! Certification is valid for five years. Call 941-952-9293 with questions. The Florida Public Pool Specialist (FPPS) is a training and certification to become a Florida public pool operator. Developed by the FSPA and approved by Florida Department of Health, it is a Florida-specific public pool service technician certification course based on Florida codes and regulations and taught by active Florida industry professionals. FSPA Members: $400 / Non-Members: $500
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