Certification
Programs for Irrigation Professionals Questions
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How did EPA set the final specifications for certification
programs for irrigation professionals?
EPA set the final specifications for certification programs for
irrigation professionals to address both efficient irrigation system
components and services. This will help customers identify professional
service providers that embrace and encourage the use of water-efficient
practices to enhance performance and efficiency.
What certification programs are eligible for the WaterSense
label?
WaterSense has recognized certification programs for irrigation
professionals that meet the specification criteria. The specifications
address certification programs in three categories:
- Irrigation Auditor: Applies to programs that certify irrigation
professionals who assess the proper functioning of existing irrigation
systems, perform water audits, and recommend watering schedules.
- Irrigation Installation and Maintenance Professional: Applies
to programs that certify irrigation professionals who install
new irrigation systems and/or repair and maintain existing irrigation
systems.
- Irrigation Designer: Applies to programs that certify irrigation
professionals who develop the design of new irrigation systems
and/or modifications to existing irrigation systems.
How can certification programs for irrigation professionals
use the label?
In order to use the label, the certifying organization must have
signed a partnership agreement with EPA and have applied for and
been accepted to use the label for its certification program(s).
Can certified irrigation professionals use the WaterSense
label?
Individuals who become certified under a WaterSense labeled certification
program are not allowed to use the WaterSense label directly on
their business cards, vehicles, promotional materials, etc. However,
professionals certified under WaterSense labeled programs that provide
services consistent with WaterSense specifications, can become WaterSense
partners and use the WaterSense partner logo to promote their certification.
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