NTCA ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– discuss what to expect if a quali- fied inspector is needed on your project, in terms of the process, checklists and what comprises an acceptable inspection. 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. • Tile Inspections – A Two Part Series: EXECUTION. In the sec- ond part of this Tile Inspection series, presenters Wadford, Woelfel and Brookes will delve into what to do and how to be aware of preventing your com- pany from falling into non-com- pliance, and understanding best practices that can help you avoid unnecessary inspection. Friday, April 12 –––––––––––––––– 9:00 a.m. -11: 00 a.m. • NTCA ContractorTraining: OSHA Silica Rule. NTCA technical train- ers will focus on understanding and being in compliance with the OSHA Respirable Crystalline Silica Rule. It includes both class- room and hands-on best prac- tices components. Pre-registration required due to limited space. The education continues on the TCNA Installation Demonstration Stage, #3138 where NTCA Training Director Mark Heinlein and NTCA Technical Trainers Robb Roderick, Luis Bautista and CTEF’s Training Director Scott Carothers present hands-on demonstrations of prod- ucts, methods and techniques. Fordetailsandcoursedescriptions, visit www.coverings.com, but here's an overview of the demos: Tuesday, April 9 ––––––––––––––– 10:20 a.m. – 10:50 a.m. – NTCA Reference Manual: Critical Lighting Effects on Tile Installations 11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. – Substrate Preparation and Large- Format Plank Tile 2:30 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. – ANSI A108.19 Installation Techniques for Gauged Porcelain Tile and Panels 4:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – NTCA Reference Manual: Care & Maintenance – Pre-Grouting, Sealing, and Sealers Wednesday, April 10 ––––––––––– 10:30 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. – Substrate Preparation and Large- Format Plank Tile 12:20 p.m. – 12:50 p.m. – NTCA Reference Manual: Proper Bedding Procedures for Quarry, Pavers and Natural Stone 2:30 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. – ANSI A108.19 Installation Techniques for Gauged Porcelain Tile and Panels NTCA and CTEF trainers will present sev- eral daily hands-on demos each day at #3138 40 TileLetter | 2019