Environmental Infection Control Remediation

The Council-certified Environmental Infection Control Remediator (CEICR) and the Council-certified Environmental Infection Control Supervisor (CEICS) correct infection control problems in the built environment. A CEICR or CEICS specializes in maintaining infection control according to ICRA guidelines while conducting remediation services involving expansion, demolition, remodeling, repair and retrofit projects.

A CEICR or CEICS has verified knowledge of disciplines related to environmental infection control. The certification exam cover the most respected texts in the field. Those who pass the exams must understand the scientific principles governing infection control. They must be familiar with current practices and standards affecting investigators and remediators.

Each CEICR or CEICS possesses verified experience in infection control remediation in one or more of the following settings:

  • Hospitals

  • Clinics and urgent care centers

  • Offices and commercial buildings

  • Industrial structures

  • Government facilities

  • Schools and public buildings

To earn the Council-certified Environmental Infection Control Remediator (CEICR) or Council-certified Environmental Infection Control Supervisor (CEICS) designations, candidates must:

  • Demonstrate verifiable field experience in infection control remediation

  • Pass a rigorous examination based on broad industry knowledge rather than a course curriculum

  • Earn the unanimous approval of the CEICR or CEICS certification board

  • Re-certify every two years

  • Participate in 20 hours of professional development activities each year

  • Maintain the highest ethical standards

Accreditation:

The CEICR and CEICS certifications are accredited by the Council for Engineering and Scientific Specialty Boards (CESB), a nationally recognized independent accreditation body. ACAC certifications are the ONLY designations in the indoor air quality field to earn CESB accreditation.