Blackfoot, ID

Two Day School

Lecture Date: 03/18/2010
Field Date: 03/18/2010
Field 2nd Day: 03/19/2010

Start Time:	8:00 am
Location:	Basic American Foods 415 West Collins Rd. Blackfoot, ID 83221
Contact Phone #:	(901) 381-9960

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Start Time:	5:00 pm
Start Time 2nd Day:	8:00 am
Location:	Basic American Foods 415 West Collins Rd. Blackfoot, ID 83221
Contact Phone #:	(901) 381-9960

This TWO DAY school, sponsored by Basic American Foods, offers both the lecture and field certification. The lecture and field runs meet at Basic American Foods. On the FIRST DAY, only the lecture is given. It begins at 8:00 am and concludes at 4:30 pm. On the SECOND DAY, only the field certification is given. It begins at 8:00 am. DIRECTIONS: Basic American Foods is located at 415 West Collins Rd. in Blackfoot, ID. From Pocatello, take I-15 and exit at US-26 (exit 93 east). Turn right on I-15-BL S. Turn right on Parkway Dr. Turn right at West Bridge St. which turns into West Collins Rd. The plant is on your left. From Idaho Falls, take I-15 and exit at US-26 (exit 93 west). Turn right on US-26 for 8/10 mile. Take a sharp left turn onto West Collins Rd. The plant is on your right. Phone is 208-785-3200.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

ARRIVAL
Arrive 20 - 30 minutes early for registration.

STATE LECTURE REQUIREMENTS
Lectures in most states are approximately two (2) hours in length. The State of Texas requires a six (6) hour lecture, and the State of Idaho requires an eight (8) hour lecture.

FIELD CERTIFICATION
The field certification takes place outdoors and takes place whether rain or shine. As long as the visibility is greater than three (3) miles, and there is no lightning, the field runs continue. Poor visibility and lightning usually pass within an hour or two, and the field runs can resume.

WHAT TO WEAR
Dress appropriately for outdoors for an extended period of time. In winter use multiple layers, insulated coveralls and perhaps even a coat on top. In summer, bring a hat or cap for shade.

EYEGLASSES AND SUNGLASSES
Good long-distance vision is required for field certification. Students are advised to remember that whatever eyeglasses or sunglasses (prescription or nonprescription) you wear during the certification test are REQUIRED every time you actually do VE readings.

OTHER THINGS TO BRING
Office supplies: clipboard, note paper, pen (not pencil) Rain gear: umbrella, raincoat, visor.
Comfort supplies: lawn or camping chair, hat, snack, bottled water, sunscreen.

(901) 381-9960 | Fax: (901) 381-9958