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Scrappy

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5-Day Exhaust Cleaner’s Course
"Get a Successful Start in Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning"
You will learn how to succeed from the most well known trainers in the industry (Phil Ackland, Jim Roberts, Rory Wilson, Hugh Byron & Speedy Lassiter) and at one of the most successful cleaning companies in America (Derby Pressure Wash).
This combination gives you a head start in this very profitable service field. The time you invest now will save you Big Dollars and months of mistakes in the future.
Next Course Date
December 7-11 2007
February 8-12 2008
April 11-15 2008
June 20-24
August 8-12 2008
October 3-7 2008
December 12-16 2008






Price - $3750.00 US per person
10% Discount if paid in full 30 days prior to date of the class attended.
Two people from the same company -Second person's price - $2030.00 (This will include: Phil Ackland Cleaning Manual, Workbook, NFPA 96 Manual & Certification Test).
All PWNA Members will receive a $350.00 voucher for use at the annual convention. All Non-PWNA Member’s will receive a $350.00 voucher for a one-year membership to PWNA, (Power Washers Of North America), one per company.
Your application must be accompanied with a deposit of $500.00, if not paying in full, payable by credit card (MasterCard or Visa only), check, or money order to DPW Services. This deposit reserves you a seat and pays for pre-study materials. The balance is due two weeks prior to the start date of the class.
What You Get
• Five full days (8:00am to 3:00pm) of interactive learning and hands-on practice
• Phil Ackland's Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning and Certification Manual (retail value $159.95). Phil Ackland's Commercial Kitchen Exhaust Systems - Sales and Marketing Manual (retail value $59.95)
• A copy of the NFPA #96 Standard (retail value $27.75). Course Workbook (to help study for the Certification Test) (value $50.00)
• Certification Test (value $350.00). No membership fees required! Forms and Documents Package. Specially designed forms and documents to aid you in all aspects of this field.
• An Employee Handbook and various Parts Catalogues. These will help you buy direct from the sources and save you money. • Free shuttle service to and from the airport and hotel, ($150.00 value).
Helping you succeed in the Exhaust Cleaning Field
This 5-Day course is delivered under the supervision of our International Standards Organization ISO 9001 Certified Quality Management System. That means you are guaranteed a well thought out, professionally recognized training program that has been reviewed by experts. Phil Ackland who sits on the NFPA #96 Standards Committee created the program. We have gone to this effort to ensure you the best possible program money can buy.
What you receive from this course:
In the Classroom
We use Power Point, Phil Ackland's Manuals, NFPA #96, videos and discussion to cover all the basics of this cleaning field. In class we:
• Show you how the Certification Program will help you make more money
• Cover Standards of Practice of this field
• Review NFPA #96 and Local Fire Codes - What you need to know about the Fire Codes to protect yourself and your business investment
• How to work on the various exhaust components - How to recognize major deficiencies in systems
• Learn to create a paper flow that protects you and enhances the value of your business as it grows
• Review how to train your crew to do the job right so you can expand your business rapidly and make even more money
• Cover Safety training
• Show you how and where to find the best equipment and supply deals
Phil Ackland and the DPW staff have been selling exhaust cleaning for over 3 decades. They will show you the easiest and most effective ways to increase your sales quickly. We explain:
• What types of jobs you want to go after and which you want to avoid and why
• Seasonal considerations
• Telephone sales
• Cold call
• Recognizing when to close the deal and much more
We help you create an opening business strategy, so you can start making money as soon as possible. We show you how to earn extra money with add-on services.
In the shop
DPW's 3350 square foot shop contains all the components you will find in the field. We have:
• A complete canopy exhaust system hood with filters, ducts and access panels
• A complete restaurant fixed pipe fire extinguisher system
• A working Gaylord water wash hood and control panel
• A complete fan assembly
Certified Water Wash Technicians show you how to handle Gaylord control panels so you can work on these water wash hoods. We also teach you the best ways to clean many of these complex systems.
Licensed Fire Suppression Trainers will show you how to work safely around fire suppression systems. They also teach you how to use a portable fire extinguisher for your protection.
You will practice with the cleaning tools and cleaning equipment you need to succeed.
In DPW's repair shop you learn basic pressure washer maintenance as well as how to keep your other cleaning equipment in top condition.
How to get the most out of your cleaning chemicals
• Mixing and safe storage of cleaning chemicals
• You learn safe wastewater management techniques
You can practice with a number of different pressure washers; cleaning attachments and other equipment so you can decide which machine is the best for your situation. Why pay for what you don't need?
You get to actually install UL Listed access panels, hinge kits and grease containment systems. Knowing this will put you head and shoulders above most exhaust cleaners.
You get instructions on all of this equipment and will be able to practice with it. You will rehearse how to set up, drape, dismantle and work on and around exhaust systems. Then you go out with DPW's cleaning crews to inspect and do actual cleaning jobs (we supply you with safety gear).
Field Tour - Kitchen Exhaust Systems
We'll tour different restaurants systems where you will learn how to handle real life situations you are going to face. Where possible, we interview owners and managers of restaurants to get their feedback on what they are looking for from a cleaning service.
See how our trucks are set up and organized to maximize space and get the most out of your vehicle.
We'll get you dirty! You will go out with DPW's cleaning crews and clean different systems. We teach you different ways to clean, so you can decide the fastest and most profitable way to get the job done right!
In the office
You will sit with some of our 6 person staff doing actual telephone sales and scheduling. Learn how to organize your workday, deal with complaints and handle collections.
Certification Test
When it comes to taking the Certification Test you do not have to pay any membership fees and the cost of the test is included in the overall price. Shop and compare!
The open-book test is specially designed to evaluate your knowledge of practical cleaning issues, NFPA 96 and the Cleaning and Certification Manual.
The Phil Ackland Cleaner Certification Protocol provides more than just a test. It also validates you as being "trained and qualified". This total Protocol helps accredit you as a competent service provider that customers and the AHJ can trust.
To help you pass the Certification Test and get the most out of your total learning experience, we provide a pre-study Course Workbook. We strongly recommend you read all the training material before coming to the class.
By spending a week training and practicing in the dynamic environment of an actual exhaust cleaning company and having some of the best instructors available you will be prepared to succeed in this financially rewarding field. If you are going to spend the time and money, you owe it to yourself to get the best start you possibly can.
Increase Your Earning Power - Add-On Services Here are a number of "add-on" services you can provide your customers to make additional income. We will review the following in class.
1. Stainless Filter Exchange - Learn how to create a filter washing exchange service. Earn up to $10.00 per filter per month.
2. Filter and Parts Sales - For the customer that can afford new filters and may want galvanized or stainless or has a special size request, not usually offered.
3. Exterior Building Cleaning - "Clean Is In" and keep your customers buildings looking their best by exterior pressure washing. Other add-on services include: Sidewalk gum and grease removal, Dumpster area disinfecting, Awning cleaning, Drive thru and parking lot washing, Exterior buidling washing, Roof cleaning.
4. Bacterial Grease Trap Service - Keep your customer's grease traps working properly. You can earn approx. $125.00 per month.
5. Total Kitchen Cleaning - Turn a half-day two-man job ($340.00), into a full-day three-man job, ($925.00). Walls, floors and appliances all need regular cleaning.
6. Flame Gard's Rooftop Grease Catcher System - If your customer has grease all over his roof, this is the perfect solution.
Course Outcome Goals
• Understand the importance of cleaning the entire exhaust system to NFPA #96 Cleaning Standards.
• Understand the NFPA #96 Standards that relate to cleaning and access
• Recognize the various components of the exhaust system
• Be able to safely work around fixed pipe fire suppression systems
• Recognize major worker safety issues
• Install UL Listed access panels, hinge kits and rooftop grease containment systems
• Be able to report major deficiencies in the exhaust system with regards to cleanability and access into the system
• Appreciate wastewater management
• Safely operate a pressure washer
• Use various relevant tools
• Be prepared for the Certification Test
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Want to hear what previous students have to say?
Here are just a few of the students who have taken this course:
Lemuel “Speedy†Laster, Phone: 706-673-9299, Email: speedy84@alltel.net
"Hugh" Byrom, Phone: 940-243-6035, Email: hughbyrom@standard-safety.com
Raul Lorenzo, Phone: 305-370-5619, Email: lcsclean@comcast.net
Frank Heslin, Phone: 314-283-8348, Email: jnheslin@msn.com
Capri Shepherd, Phone: 830-981-5261, Email: caprishepherd@gvtc.com
Anthony Delzio, Phone: 631-549-9655, Email: whsealcoating@hotmail.com
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Attend the next 5-day Cleaner's Course.
"Get A Successful Start in Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning."
For more information call Rory Wilson at 502-966-2564 or rwilson@dpwservices.com


i was thinking of getting into the exhaust clean part of power washing . . . i know nothing at all about it . . . i found this class they have where i get my stuff serviced and its only like an hour drive away . . . IS IT WORTH IT is my biggest question. .. 3700 bucks sounds kinda high i think but it seems like a good class . . . plus I'll get like 25% off of all my stuff which would save me a lot of money . . .so what do you think is there really that much money to be made in exhaust cleaning? or is some one blowing smoke? i also attched this in word format
 

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David Saulque

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I know all the people teaching the school and they are all top notch. You can’t go wrong if this is the direction you wish to go. Time saved is money earned. If you would like to give me a call, please do. 916-663-3033 :)
 

David Saulque

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Look-we have no idea of your background or your money status – This is a good course of study with great instructors. Take the class and get a head start. In the event that you don’t have the money go out and work with someone out of state and gain his knowledge and then take a certification test. It come down to what you want and what your expectations are. [white]
 

MBryan

New Member
I don't know anyone who has taken the class, and have no idea of how well anyone has after taking it so I can't give any input on that class.

The only successful school I have ever heard of is www.hoodcleaningschool.com I know several of the guys that have taken that course, and every single one of them is very successful, and a few have become industry leaders( one is the past VP of PWNA and current VP of the Grease Police, and one is the Current President of the Grease Police)

I would talk to the guys that he has listed, and more importantly try to find guys that arent listed, I am not sure how you would do that, but usually the guys in the testimonials page of any business, are obviously satisfied.

If you want to talk to any of the CHDCA guys (hood cleaning school) let me know and I can hook you up.
 

David Saulque

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Derby PW and Phil Ackland have been putting this class on for several years. Call Jim Roberts of Derby-he will answer all of your questions. [hello]
 

MBryan

New Member
Before you go to any school, I would go here www.ikeca.com and read over the manual. These boards are also a great source of information, several guys have gotten there starts here, from the knowledge they have gained and the contacts they have made.
 

Scrappy

New Member
MBryan said:
Before you go to any school, I would go here www.ikeca.com and read over the manual. These boards are also a great source of information, several guys have gotten there starts here, from the knowledge they have gained and the contacts they have made.

thanks i'm also takin a bashin on TGP forums lol tryin to put my time in . . . Tryin to learn as much as possible cause mess ups never make you money lol i learned that the hard way!!!
 

David Saulque

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Find a company to work with and learn the trade-then you have no cost. Come on out to California and we will train you just for the free labor.:)
 

David Saulque

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Right-I pay for free airfare-I don't think so-why would anyone even ask if it was included.:)
 

Scrappy

New Member
well i mean i would be your guest so you know i was just thinkin if i'm workin for free i should get free air fair and of course room and board oh by the way i like at least 1000 thread count on my sheets :) thanks sweetie lol
 

Mark

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D. J.

I would not take the offer David made lightly,
you could pay $2000 to $5000 and get training elsewhere,
or pay your own expenses and jump at Davids offer.
 

Douglas Hicks

New Member
Mr Scrappy, I have known David for several years. He has made this offer in the past to others. His offer is/was legitimate and of value. You will learn on the job from people who do this for a living. If you are nice, David may teach you the most important part of KEC, the business end of things. If you do take David offer, be aware his bullshit detector is always on.
 

Scrappy

New Member
its ok your fine . . .but ya i checked on line and flight tickets hotel and a rental car for a week . . .sat to sat is only like 700 dollars so i'm really considering it david if you were serious
 

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