If you're not planning on attending the ABRA Conference in August, you're going to miss out on some very interesting topics and training. The Conference Committee has worked hard to make sure you enjoy valuable benefits and information...

Prior to 1996, few companies provided cleaning services for crime and death scenes. Many did not know the first thing about how to clean up or charge for such services.

Do you ever wonder why people get into bio-recovery? For many, it is only for the money. Sad to say, but many of those offering bio-recovery services today have little to no training. Some will find online training and, within a few hours, can take a test and get a certificate or certification.

The American Bio-Recovery Association is looking forward to an exciting year in 2011. We are in the process of updating our website, which is underway and will be a work in progress... 

In September I introduced the new members of our board of directors. Shortly after taking office, however, our Vice President, Mark Fagala of Fagala Biohazard Specialists, LLC had to resign for personal reasons.

I would like to introduce the new ABRA Board of Directors to our membership and R&R readers. I’m Rich Ross, the new association president. Mark Fagala was elected VP, with Joe Walsh as Member-at-Large...