NTi's Gabe Merk Obtains Prestigious CIE Certification

Gabe Merk has been awarded the Council-certified Indoor Environmentalist (CIE) designation by the American Council for Accredited Certification (ACAC). This prestigious, board-awarded certification recognizes Merk’s knowledge and field experience in indoor environmental investigation and consulting.

Recognizing the importance of and a need for CIE certified technicians, NTi supported Merk in his application and training process. Having him CIE certified opens the door not only to new opportunities for NTi but ensures that customers who receive our indoor air quality services are breathing safe, healthy indoor air.

To earn the CIE designation, Merk passed a rigorous examination based on respected industry texts. He then submitted documented, verifiable field experience to a board of peers, earning a unanimous vote of approval.

To maintain the CIE designation, Merk will remain active in the field and complete 40 hours of professional development activities within the next two years.

Merk is now listed in the ACAC certificant database along with thousands of ACAC certificants around the world. The database can be searched by name, company or zip code and represents a continuously updated roster of experienced indoor environmental professionals.

National TAB Intelligence provides indoor air quality services and products to customers across the country, including CIE certified IAQ testing and RGF’s active air purification systems. Additionally, NTi offers NEBB certified testing, adjusting, and balancing, building enclosure testing, duct air leakage testing, and more facility services.

The CIE designation is accredited by the Council of Engineering and Scientific Specialty Boards (CESB). For more information, visit www.acac.org. To learn more about National TAB Intelligence, visit www.nationaltab.com.