What This Certification Is and Why It Matters

RFCI does not offer a worker certification, license, or ticket for flooring installers. Instead, RFCI provides product certifications like FloorScore® for indoor air quality (IAQ), Assure Certified® for rigid core resilient flooring performance, and AFFIRM™ Certified for sustainability. These are held by manufacturers, not individual workers, to verify product compliance with standards like California Section 01350 for VOC emissions and ASTM tests for durability. They matter for ensuring low-emission, high-performance flooring that supports health, sustainability, and building codes.

Prerequisites and Eligibility

No worker-facing RFCI certifications exist. Product certifications require manufacturers to submit samples for independent lab testing (e.g., SCS Global Services) and maintain quality control systems. No age, experience, or prior training needed for individuals, as this targets products.

Step-by-Step Process

For products: Manufacturers apply via SCS, provide lab test reports (e.g., VOC emissions, fracture resistance per ASTM F3781), undergo site audits, and receive certification labels like FloorScore®. No installer training or exams. OSHA recognizes RFCI training for asbestos "competent person" in resilient floor removal, requiring 8+ hours of training, but this is not an RFCI certification.

Costs

Product certification costs not publicly detailed; involve lab testing and SCS audits (contact SCS for quotes). No worker fees, as no individual cert exists. OSHA training courses are employer-provided.

State-by-State Differences

No state variations, as RFCI certs are voluntary national product standards. California Section 01350 influences FloorScore®, aiding compliance in LEED projects nationwide. No installer licensing tied to RFCI; flooring licenses vary by state (e.g., contractor licenses in CA, FL), but unrelated.

Renewal and Continuing Education

Product certs require ongoing audits and retesting by SCS. No renewals or CE for workers.

Where to Apply or Register

For products: Download FloorScore® application at rfci.com/floorscore or contact SCS at scsglobalservices.com. No worker programs. For asbestos training info: osha.gov.

Typical Timeline

Product cert: Weeks to months for testing/audits. No timeline for non-existent worker cert.