1. Presenter - Duke Elliott Setting Up an Effective Weatherization Training Program:

2. Setting Up An Effective Weatherization Training Program Are You Looking for THE Answer? 1

3. Setting Up An Effective Weatherization Training Program Training Programs Nationally 2

4. Setting Up An Effective Weatherization Training Program You Mean I Have A CHOICE? Production Results Quality Contractor Training Monitoring Reporting Client Feedback Political Pressure I hear you are hiring Winterizzzers? 3

5. Setting Up An Effective Weatherization Training Program Little Rock Central High School

6. Setting Up An Effective Weatherization Training Program

7. What Form will Training Take? Training Center (Centralized Training) Mixed Approach (Centralized and Field Training) Random (as needed) Semi Structured  No Matter what the form, training should be well thought out and should have a defined and measurable outcome. 6

8. Setting Up An Effective Weatherization Training Program DO YOU HAVE A CLEAR VISION?

9. Setting Up An Effective Weatherization Training Program Don’t be everything to everybody …

10. Setting Up An Effective Weatherization Training Program A Safe Bet?

11. Setting Up An Effective Weatherization Training Program The Questions You Ask Will Determine The Outcome Results Training for … Curriculum Cost Sustainability

12. Setting Up An Effective Weatherization Training Program If you want to grow the most …

13. Setting Up An Effective Weatherization Training Program If you want to grow …

14. Setting Up An Effective Weatherization Training Program 13 Questions Every state is different! Not all states need training centers, but … … all states need training! What is the BIG question … systemic.

15. Setting Up An Effective Weatherization Training Program More Questions  How many people need trained?  How do we measure results?  How does training impact production … don’t neglect this.  What infrastructure exists?  Do you have skilled trainers?  What is the training message?  Do you have deficiencies in your program? 14

16. Setting Up An Effective Weatherization Training Program Opportunity “Out of Clutter, Find Simplicity” “From Discord, Find Harmony” “In the Middle of Difficulty Lies Opportunity” 15

17. Setting Up An Effective Weatherization Training Program 16 LACAP Training Center The Keys - Vision, Action, and Commitment Completed in 90 days Integrated curriculum and state-of-the-art hands-on training setups What made this possible - People and Planning Remember: It is possible to quickly set up a quality Weatherization Training Center

18. Setting Up An Effective Weatherization Training Program 17 The Fundamentals of Training

19. Setting Up An Effective Weatherization Training Program 18 3 Fundamental Components of Training Classroom Tell me about it - What is it? What are the foundational concepts? Why do I need to know this? Demonstration Show me how to do it - Show me the steps and the tools. Let me ask lots of questions Hands-on Let me do it - Let me get my hands dirty. Let me learn by doing. Guide me through it then let me do it on my own

20. Setting Up An Effective Weatherization Training Program 19 Integrated Curriculum and Hands-on Setups Each lesson that requires hands-on training is linked directly to the appropriate training setups in the center Detailed list of competency tasks for the trainer to demonstrate and for participants to practice

21. Setting Up An Effective Weatherization Training Program 20 Build it and they will come March, 2009 LACAP purchases an industrial warehouse in Baton Rouge July, 2009 Training Center is 95% complete and ready for trainings

22. Setting Up An Effective Weatherization Training Program 21 The Training Center

23. Setting Up An Effective Weatherization Training Program 22 Specifications Hands-on setups and open classroom - 5,119 square feet Two classrooms - 668 and 501 square feet Combustion Safety Lab - 576 square feet Warehouse and training room - 1,710 square feet Secure area in rear for full-size mobile home Computer lab with 20 stations - 500 square feet Office space in front Two trainer cubicles Total training space - 8,574 square feet

24. Setting Up An Effective Weatherization Training Program 23 Two Classrooms, Reference Library, and Computer Lab A formal learning environment helps build pride and professionalism in the field A library of useful resources and reference books supports the trainers and the center

25. Setting Up An Effective Weatherization Training Program 24 Attic Hands-on Training Units Allows multiple participants to gain hands- on experience Anthony Cox Chimney Open interior wall Ductwork Venting Kneewall Constructed with plastic material so foam is easily removed

26. Setting Up An Effective Weatherization Training Program 25 The Pressure House Pressure diagnostics, worst case draft demonstrations, combustion appliance venting Control panel enables multiple test scenarios Patterned after the INCAA Pressure House Tailored to Louisiana’s climate and typical home scenarios

27. Setting Up An Effective Weatherization Training Program 26 The Pressure House

28. Setting Up An Effective Weatherization Training Program 27 Diagnostic Cabins Three cabins for “house as a system” training Blower door tests Adjustable CAZ Live combustion appliances Open CAR Attic penetration leaks

29. Setting Up An Effective Weatherization Training Program 28 Attic Demonstration Unit Real-world situations and challenges in a controlled environment Knob-and-tube wiring Improper venting Open junction boxes Insulation levels Penetrations

30. Setting Up An Effective Weatherization Training Program 29 The Insulation House Demonstrates proper and improper installation of insulation “Behind the scenes” look at balloon and platform framing Also functions as a Diagnostics Cabin

31. Setting Up An Effective Weatherization Training Program 30 Insulation Training Unit Simulates real-life dense pack wall insulation Different interior wall materials Blocking and obstructions Wiring Lath and plaster simulation Small sight windows to create a more realistic situation Old sheathed over window Different siding types Easy removal of insulation

32. Setting Up An Effective Weatherization Training Program 31 LSW Training Unit Provides required hands-on skills for EPA renovator training Lead testing Containment HEPA Vac Drill shrouds Dust prevention Tackmats Personal Protective Equipment

33. Setting Up An Effective Weatherization Training Program Stay on Purpose Remember the “culture of Weatherization” Remember WHY the weatherization program exists. 32

34. Setting Up An Effective Weatherization Training Program Think Inside the Box Make certain we meet the needs of our crews and contractors Make certain we meet the needs of our clients. 33

35. Setting Up An Effective Weatherization Training Program Lessons Learned Equipment Budget Build Local Training Capacity Budget for Innovations Make the Training “Your Own” Evaluate – Admit Your Mistakes … and Be Willing to Move On to a Better Program 34

36. Setting Up An Effective Weatherization Training Program 35 Summary Money is not the issue Time is the issue Commitment is the key Training needs to be developed based on state and agency needs Training needs to be simple to administer LACAP model … and others

37. Setting Up An Effective Weatherization Training Program 36 Contact Contact EMC for a 30 minute video of the building and setting up of the LACAP Training Center. Duke Elliott (406) 763-4656 duke@emcmt.com www.emcmt.com