| CERTIFIED URETHANE FOAM CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATION |
CUFCA SPF INSTALLER TRAINING
For over 40 years, CUFCA has been a leader in training our SPF Industries best sprayers. Our training programs have been designed to prepare the Installer for work in the SPF Field. Our course outline is contained here and we encourage you to read through. As always and with any training in a field that requires knowledge, skills, and ability. (KSA's) It is to be expected that practice will be required to fully develop your abilities. Our course is as comprehensive as it can be given our limited schedule.
While no prior industry experience is required in order to enroll in our course, it would be advantageous to have been an apprentice in the sector with an experienced sprayer.
Prior to enrollment in our training program, you are able to book a training center "gun practice session" at our in house Training Center in Mississauga, ON. While this option is likely only of interest to local Ontario or GTA applicants, you can book a one on one training session with one of our Inspectors. You will be shown machine operation, gun use, spray application techniques and be able to spray under supervision using our spray equipment, foam system from our SPF manufacturer Partners for a $100.00/hr fee with a three hour minimum session. This is an exceptional value given all foam is supplied, along with the PPE use and access to our Industry leading PMC Equipment.
In the CUFCA SPF Training Course, you will learn: CAN/ULC Standards Canadian Building Codes Health & Safety Equipment Requirements Chemistry of Spray Foam Storage & Maintenance Material Selection Jobsite Preparation Foam Site Testing Process Field Quality Assurance Contract Management Online Daily Work Records RADON CONTROL SYSTEM Certification **NEW CUFCA EXCLUSIVE** |
1. A combination of hands-on and in-classroom training utilizing multimedia and Power Point in a professional classroom setting. 2. Expert training from skilled instructors with actual Contractor and Sprayer experience. Over 75 years of combined experience in our trainers and Auditors. 3. A constantly updated curriculum targeted directly at Canadian SPF Installers. 4. Class size is limited to 12 for optimal learning conditions and maximum practical spraying practice times. 5. Hands-on practice on various wall types to simulate interior and exterior applications. 6. Training covers both Medium Density Closed Cell (MD-CC) and Light Density Open Cell (LD-OC) SPF Materials. | 7. Simulated conditions for trouble shooting equipment failures and environmental requirements. 8. In-depth training in the Canadian National Model Code references for SPF and the CAN/ULC Standards applicable to each foam type. 9. A fully web based testing process for CUFCA Installer Licensing and Certification. Delivered in French and English. (Other languages coming) 10. A Contractor Reference Manual to keep for use with Code Officials and Homeowners. (Contractor Company Membership required) 11. Best in class Technical Training Centre in our Mississauga Facility complete with environmental test booth and equipment workstation rotation. 12. Courses offered across Canada as required to meet our Customers needs. Subject to market demand as needed. |
For over 40 years CUFCA has been the standard to which all other SPF Quality Assurance Programs have been benchmarked. A truly Third Party Not-for-Profit Trade Initiative that provides SPF Contractors the lowest overall cost of compliance to Canadian CAN/ULC Standards. Being a CUFCA Certified Installer will ensure you have continued employment opportunities with the Best Spray Foam Contractors in the Market. Our Licensed and Accredited Contractors are committed to the pinnacle of performance in the SPF Industry, as such your continued Professional Development starts with the foundational skills and knowledge you will get here.
The following details are an overview of our course content and areas covered each day. Some changes may be made in the order depending on the student mix, schedule , equipment availability, etc.
Monday, 8:30am - 4:30pm Snacks, Beverages, and Lunch Provided
Tuesday, 8:30am - 4:30pm Snacks, Beverages, and Lunch Provided Wednesday, 8:30am - 4:30pm Snacks, Beverages, and Lunch Provided Thursday, 7:30 am - 6:30 pm Friday, 7:30 am - 6:30 pm Scheduled for Individual Student Time Slots. Arranged and Advised during the course event. | Day 1 - Equipment Training and Operation Classroom Format: CUFCA SQAP Overview Review of SPF Chemical Material Containers, Handling, Storage Machine training/gun training and troubleshooting. Review of Start Up & Shutdown Procedures Rig Design and Equipment Purchasing Considerations BREAK FOR LUNCH Machine training/gun training continues with on-site equipment. Review of Daily Work Sheet Requirements and the CUFCA Online Reporting Tool Review of Site Testing (SPF Test Kit Use) for Core Density and Adhesion Co-hesion Tests. Day 2 - Chemistry & Building Science Review of SPF Origin, Inventor, and key elements and chemical reactions. Review of Exothermic Reaction Risk Management. Review of Chemical compatibilities with various substrates and construction materials and Environmental Limitations. Spray Techniques and Standards Compliance Requirements. BREAK FOR LUNCH Building Science Fundamentals - House as a System Review Ventilation Requirements, Risks and Benefits of Air Tightness Hands On Spraying in Group Format (Bring Boots) Day 3 - Jobsite Management, Health & Safety, Radon RCSTM Review of Jobsite Preparation, Contract Management, Scope of Work, Client Care, Communications. Review of PPE, First Aid, First Response Review of CUFCA Radon RCS Program and Installer Training for Radon. BREAK FOR LUNCH Written Exams Proctored for Students (Government Issued Photo ID Required for all Test Takers) Day 4 and Day 5 - Scheduled Practicum Evaluations The practicum evaluations for each student will have a duration 1 - 1-1/2 hours per person. As such, we need to have two compete days to complete the Individual Assessments depending on class size. If the event has less than 6 students, then it is likely that these assessments will be completed in the first day (Thursday) which will then result in no attendance on Friday. |
The CUFCA training courses are held to assist Contractors and Installers in achieving their proficiency goals in the application of SPF
The ultimate goal is for Installers to obtain certification from their Certification Organization.
These courses have a minimum requirement of 6 students in order to cover the costs of holding the course. As such, we have the following policy with regards to refunds for students wishing to withdraw from a scheduled course in which they have already enrolled.
SHOULD YOU WISH TO CANCEL YOUR ENROLLMENT PRIOR TO THE EVENT START:
You may do so with a $100 credit card processing fee to defer our merchant transaction fees.
A fee of $200 will be charged for cancellations made 21-15 days or more before the event.
Any cancellations made 14-8 days before the event will only be eligible to a 50% refund of the cost of the course.
Any cancellations made 7-0 days before the event will not be eligible for any refund of the cost of the course. CUFCA may offer future enrollment in a future event at its sole discretion.
Refunds will not be provided for registrants who do not attend the course.
Notice of cancellation must be made via e-mail to training@cufca.ca or admin@cufca.ca
A cancellation acknowledgement will be sent within 3 working days and fees refunded within 10 working days, subject to this Refund Policy.
CUFCA may provide a credit on account to the candidate for participation in a future training course scheduled at a later date without any penalty depending on the circumstances of missing the course.
Note that circumstances beyond the control of the course organizers may necessitate substitutions, alterations or cancellations of the course.
Should this happen, candidates will receive a full refund of their course fees or to simply continue their enrollment in the next available training session.
If you are traveling to our location from out of town, DO NOT BOOK Non-refundable tickets with your carriers. There will always be a chance of an event to be rescheduled and as such your tickets must remain flexible also. Hotels typically allow stay cancellations with 24 hour notice.
As a customer you are responsible for understanding this refund policy prior to booking your training course ticket.
Thank you for your acknowledgement of this policy