Mechanical
When performing combustion testing, what is excess air and what is the difference between CO (Carbon Monoxide) as measured and CO air-free?
Shell
Should we be using ACH50 and percentage reduction guidance in estimating what the final blower door number target should be?
No. See “When should I stop air sealing?”
Should I use the “No need to ventilate” rate in the ASHRAE calculator as a guide for when to stop air sealing?
No. See “When should I stop air sealing?”
When should I stop air sealing?
Where should the pressure and thermal boundary be located for a mobile home after weatherization?
How do I choose whether the floor or the foundation walls will serve as the pressure and thermal boundary?
Should basements always be separated from the crawlspace by air sealing?
Do we need to bring attic venting up to code as part of every site-built weatherization job?
Where can I find the Michigan Energy Audit Guide?
Please see our resources page.
Training
How do I register for MiTEC training classes?
If you already have an account in the Learning Management System (LMS), please login here.
If you do not have an account in the LMS, you will need to complete the pre-registration survey to have one created for you.
Where do I find a list of available MiTEC training opportunities?
Online Video Training webinars that were created as a response to the inability to facilitate in-person training due to the COVID crisis can only be found on the LMS. The calendar for all other events can be viewed on the Training Schedule page.
Are there any job aids for helping to access and navigate the LMS?
Yes! Please see the following aids:
- MiTEC LMS Job Aid – Instructions for logging in, changing password, navigating the system, browsing and signing up for classes, and adding external training.
- MiTEC Student Handbook Job Aid – Instructions for launching, viewing, marking complete, and acknowledging receipt of this document within the LMS (required before attending any MiTEC classes).
- MiTEC Online Video Training Job Aid – Instructions for searching, launching, viewing, and marking complete online videos in the LMS.
If I have questions about MiTEC training, need assistance with registering for classes or resetting my password for the LMS, who should I contact?
Contact MiTEC directly at MDHHS-MiTec@michigan.gov.
How do I challenge BPI HEP certification exams?
You can contact MiTEC directly to set up an appointment to challenge the BPI HEP certification test by emailing them at: MDHHS-MiTec@michigan.gov.
Once the request for testing has been received, your contact information will be passed on to one of MiTEC’s proctors. They will then contact you to set up a time and location to facilitate the request for testing.
How do I know what testing I will need for HEP re-certification?
See the Updated Home Energy Professional Quality Control Inspector and Energy Auditor Certifications: What You Need to Know (pages 7 – 10) document. This is located on the Resources page.
What Happens if I fail the BPI HEP certification exam?
You will have six attempts to take and pass the online exam and six attempts to take and pass the field exam in a one-year period. The year starts at your first attempt, followed by five additional attempts. If you have tested six times, you must wait until a year has passed since your first initial attempt.
How much does it cost to challenge BPI HEP certification exams through MiTEC?
There is no cost for individuals working within the Michigan Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP).
Individuals outside of Michigan’s WAP will be charged accordingly. This will be established at time of contact.
Need to know how to renew HEP Energy Auditor and/or Quality Control Inspector certifications, or how to earn a new one?
Please review these flow charts.
How do I get a Proof of Energy Modeling letter for my BPI EA Application?
If you have taken the NEAT/MHEA Data Entry class and are applying to BPI for the EA certificate, please submit a request the the MDHHS-MiTEC@michigan.gov mailbox with the following information:
- Request a Proof of Energy Modeling letter
- Submit the date you took the NEAT/MHEA Data Entry class
Once we receive this information, you will receive your letter (with a copy to the Wx Director) by email within 5-7 days.
I am not affiliated with the MI WAP or an agency. How much is it going to cost to take classes with MiTEC?
Please review our pricing structure.
Who should I contact regarding Requests for Proposals (RFP)?
MiTEC greatly appreciates the opportunity to review your Request for Proposal (RFP) and possibly assist with your training needs. Please contact us at mdhhs-mitec@michigan.gov.
Where can I find the Michigan Energy Audit Guide?
The Michigan Energy Audit Guide can be found on our Resources page.
Where can I find more information regarding stipend payments and W-9 forms?
- The policy for contractor stipends is outlined in CSPM 618: CSPM 0600 Series – Weatherization
- Questions can be emailed to MDHHS-BCAEO@michgan.gov
- To submit a stipend request, go to https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MIStipendRequest
- To process a stipend request, a W9 for a contracting company must be submitted with the initial request. Find a W9 Form here: https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/fw9.pdf
Does MiTEC offer LRRP training and where can I find more information about LRRP training?
- EPA RRP Initial (On-line & In-person) (contractorstraininginstitute.com)
- MiTEC does not offer the Lead Renovation, Repair, and Painting (LRRP) training.
Do I need to register my firm with a Lead Renovation/Abatement Firm Certification through the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) to work for the Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)?
- Yes, you will have to complete LRRP training first then use this link to register your firm through the EPA Lead Home | Lead in Paint, Dust, and Soil | US EPA. You will want to do the Lead Renovator certification when applying.
Can MiTEC give a stipend / reimburse for LRRP Firm Certification?
- No, BCAEO/MiTEC provides stipends for time spent in individual trainings. CAAs may opt to cover application fees for EPA Firm certification.
- CSPM 0600 Series – Weatherization (FINAL).pdf
Do I still need to take the LRRP training if I am a Lead Abatement Worker, Lead Abatement Supervisor, or a Lead Inspector Risk Assessor?
- Each individual in the WAP must take either LSW or LRRP. Lead Abatement Worker, Lead Abatement Supervisor, or a Lead Inspector Risk Assessor are not substitutions for LSW/LRRP.
- Each company in the WAP whose scope of work is subject to the RRP rule must have at least one LRRP Certified individual working in the program.
Does MiTEC offer OSHA 10 training and where can I find more information about OSHA 10 training?
- OSHA 10 Hour Course (Construction)
- MiTEC does not offer the OSHA 10 training.