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Want to become a member?
Solution: FSPA insurance programs provide competitive premiums, great service, knowledgeable underwriting and cash dividend payments for good performance. Through the Florida Swimming Pool Association Insurance Trust and the FSPA-endorsed insurance provider - Insurance by Ken Brown - our members are eligible for insurance programs designed specifically for the pool and spa industry. These programs include property and casualty, auto, hazardous materials coverage, employee dishonesty, workers compensation and "pool popping." Through Coordinated Benefits members can set up medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, payroll, business planning and more. Challenge: Know what's happening in your market Solution: Join an FSPA Chapter and get connected with other pool professionals. Get in on the action, influence the industry and have some fun in your "home" Chapter. Local FSPA Chapters provide a strong information network for industry professionals. Regularly scheduled Chapter meetings provide speakers on local issues such as building codes, offer inexpensive courses for continuing education requirements and host social activities for members and their families. Challenge: Rising college costs for children Solution: FSPA- Florida scholarships help meet the high cost of college expenses for dependents of FSPA members. The FSPA Scholarship Program is available to dependents of owners and employees of FSPA member companies. Students at all levels of post-secondary education are eligible for merit scholarships of $500 or more based on academic accomplishment, extracurricular activities, contributions to their community and an essay on a pool / spa industry related topic. In 2007 over $25,000 was awarded to student dependents of FSPA members. Challenge: Keep informed of industry news Solution: Florida PoolPro(sm) summarizes important industry news each month to inform you before it impacts your business. As a member of FSPA, you receive a free subscription to the monthly Florida Pool Pro(sm). This publication is written especially for pool/spa professionals in Florida. It covers legislation and regulation at the CILB, Florida Building Commission, Water Management Districts, EPA, OSHA and other agencies that may affect your business. Challenge: Learn about new products and earn CILB-required CE credits to stay ahead Solution: The Florida Pool & Spa Show offers a convenient showcase of new products and services in conjunction with CILB approved continuing education courses taught by industry experts. The annual Florida Pool & Spa Show brings professionals from throughout the Southeast together to learn about new products, technical innovations, construction law and practices. This is an opportunity to receive specialty training, sit for certification and meet directly with manufacturers and your local manufacturer's rep. The CILB continuing education classes are tailored to contractors and, if you attend the Show every two years, you will able to complete all the required courses necessary to meet state licensing renewal requirements. Challenge: Demonstrate professional accomplishments Solution: Increase profits and gain customer respect with FSPA Design Awards recognition The annual FSPA Design Awards program gives members an opportunity to enter their pools and spas for judging on workmanship, soundness of design, beauty, practicality and safety. Categories customized for Florida pool construction divide the entries by size, type of construction and features. Pools are awarded a Gold, Silver, Bronze or Award of Merit based on a panel of industry judges' review. Each award winner receives an engraved plaque with a mounted photo of the pool or spa so they may display their accomplishment to potential customers. Challenge: Influence government decisions Solution: Elect good candidates through participation in the PIPAC and government contact programs - It's Your Business FSPA is your voice and watchdog at all levels of government. The Association maintains an active voice in government relations through a full-time Director of Government & Public Affairs, staff attendance at monthly CILB meetings, working with the Department of Health on pool and spa issues, maintaining an active presence with the Florida Building Commission and helping Chapters work with local building departments and licensing boards. FSPA also works with entities such as the Department of Transportation, the Environmental Protection Agency and OSHA on issues affecting the pool and spa industry. Challenge: Keep up with the latest MSDS sheets Solution: Use FSPA MSDS with 3E Company Hotline to Meet OSHA & DoT Requirements FSPA offers members a $85 per year "MSDS Expert Assistance Program" that meets all OSHA and DoT requirements for MSDS sheet availability and provides guidance on Haz Mat issues to subscribers. Challenge: Solve consumer disputes quickly Solution: The Uniform Arbitration Program provides rapid and inexpensive resolution of consumer disputes If informal mediation through the Chapter fails to resolve a problem, alternative dispute resolution may be handled through binding arbitration administered locally by the state office. Use this program to collect final draws or to respond to customer complaints that seem to defy resolution. Challenge: Customer recognition of FSPA Solution: Show customers your pride in the Association and what it means to be an FSPA member - display your FSPA logo. As an FSPA member you want to be sure current and future customers are aware of your membership. The Association provides a personalized Certificate of Membership, personalized FSPA Code of Ethics, annual membership decals suitable for store windows and company vehicles and member logos (electronically) to use on printed materials such as letterhead and business cards. |
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