Las Vegas, NV, January 9, 2026-The Flooring Consultants & Inspection Training Services (FCITS) has announced the addition of a new Concrete Moisture Testing Certification and Training Course to its education lineup during The International Surface Event (TISE) at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center.
The four-hour, hands-on course will take place on Monday, January 26, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center as TISE. It is open to flooring retailers, sales teams, installation managers and flooring inspectors who evaluate or prepare concrete subfloors for flooring installation. No prerequisite is required.
Designed specifically for professionals who need to reduce risk, prevent failures, and protect profitability, the course provides comprehensive training on moisture testing methods, including ASTM F-2170 (Relative Humidity Testing) and ASTM F-1869 (Calcium Chloride Testing), the industry’s two primary standards for evaluating concrete moisture. Participants may earn a Concrete Moisture Testing Certification or attend for professional training only.
What Attendees Will Learn
The Concrete Moisture Testing course is designed to provide both certification and practical field training, covering:
Understanding Concrete Moisture
What moisture content is and why it matters How moisture impacts adhesives, flooring, and long-term performance
Why Moisture Testing Is Required
When and where testing should occur How moisture affects warranty coverage and liability
Testing Methods
Visual inspections and moisture meters ASTM F-1869 Calcium Chloride Testing ASTM F-2170 Relative Humidity (RH) Testing Additional specialized testing methods
Hands-On Demonstrations
Proper setup for each testing method Live demonstrations Common mistakes and how to avoid them
Interpreting Results
How to read and understand test data Troubleshooting conflicting or unexpected results Making informed installation decisions
The course fee is $600 per person, with discounted rates available for groups of five or more from the same company.
Participants may reserve a seat by contacting Beth@fcits.org or registering online at FCITS.org.
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