IICRC Fire & Smoke Restoration Technician (FSRT)
Online and In-person IICRC FSRT Courses
The IICRC FSRT (Fire & Smoke Restoration Technician) course concentrates on technical procedures for successfully completing the restoration of a fire and smoke-damaged environment. Students will learn how to combine technical procedures with a practical approach to managing the job site and how that relates to pricing the job. Learn practical applications for cleaning and deodorization of fire and smoke-damaged structures.
- Learn proper cleaning and restoration procedures
- Learn what the industry standard says (IICRC S700)
- Earn an IICRC FSRT certification
The IICRC FSRT (Fire & Smoke Restoration Technician) certification course is designed for those wanting to improve their knowledge in the fire and smoke restoration industry. We have students that are brand new to the industry with no experience, to students who have been in the industry for years! The FSRT class will give you the understanding and information you need to properly assess a fire loss, determine affected materials, create a restoration plan, understand the scope of work to be performed, determine needed equipment, understand the science of restoration and more!
Cost: $299/person + $80 exam fee (Paid to the IICRC)
Save 10% when you register 4 or more students!
Industry Leading Rescheduling Policy
Our industry-leading cancellation and rescheduling policy is simple. You can reschedule for free anytime before class begins.
Should I take the FSRT Course?
The IICRC FSRT certification is often one of the first classes students take in their restoration industry education. The Fire and Smoke Restoration Technician class teaches students the fundamentals of cleaning and restoring building damaged by fire and smoke. Anyone can take the FSRT class, there are no prerequisites or experience required!
After taking the FSRT course, students will have the opportunity to take the IICRC exam. Once you pass the exam, you will receive your certification. Our FSRT course prepares students for the exam following class and, more importantly, for real-world applications.
IICRC FSRT is Required for the Master Fire & Smoke Restorer Designation
The Fire and Smoke Restoration Technician is a required certification to earn the IICRC Master Fire & Smoke Restorer designation.
- Introduction: definitions & causes of fire damage
- Characteristics and type of smoke
- Conducting the inspection
- Estimating/inspection procedures
- Integral strategy and planning
- Restoration chemicals, supplies and equipment
- Deodorizing and Odor Control
- Restoration options and the restorer’s responsibility
- Furnace systems and ductwork
- Structural cleaning
The IICRC requires students to attend the full duration of class to be eligible to take the certification exam.
Students must use a computer or tablet to view the certification class.
Students have a 45-day window after class to complete the exam online through the IICRC exam portal. For in person classes, students will take the exam on the last day of class.
IICRC certifications don’t expire as long as they are renewed.
The classes are shown in Pacific Standard Time (PST). If you need help determining what time the class starts for your location, see our page on time zones.
Have questions about the IICRC FSRT certification? See our Frequently Asked Questions or Contact Us!
After attending the course, students can take the FSRT exam. Upon passing the exam, the IICRC will issue the student a certification, and mail a certificate for you to display! Students are able to take the exam after attending a FSRT course with LearnToRestore.com.
How much is the IICRC FSRT exam fee?
The FSRT exam fee is $80.
Can I use notes on the exam?
The IICRC FSRT exam is a closed book and closed notes exam.
When do I take the FSRT exam?
Students attending the live-stream online IICRC FSRT course will complete the exam online after the class through the IICRC exam portal. You have 45-days to complete the exam after class ends.
Students attending the in-person course will complete the exam on the last day of class.
Can I retake the FSRT exam?
You have three attempts to pass the FSRT exam. Each exam attempt has an $80 exam fee. If you fail the third attempt, you will need to take the FSRT class again before an additional exam retake. If you fail the exam three times and need to take the class again, we will put you in a refresher class for free!
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The FSRT class is for anyone in the restoration, cleaning and insurance repair industries. Contractors, insurance professionals, TPA’s, property management, facilities engineers, restoration technicians, project managers and anyone can take this FSRT class to become confident in their ability to understand the restoration process! If you are involved in any aspect of a fire or smoke restoration project, the FSRT course and certification are integral to your process. Designed by industry experts, the course gives students the understanding of the restoration process using industry standards and accepted practices.
The Fire and Smoke Technician course is a technical course that will give students the understanding of how to properly and efficiently restore a building and its components to pre-loss condition. Students will learn how to conduct an inspection to determine what building materials can be saved and what needs to be removed and replaced, how to restore building materials and components, cleaning and chemical use, structural cleaning and much more.
