Tuscaloosa, AL

Lecture Date: 04/22/2010
Field Date: 04/22/2010

Start Time:	1:00 pm
Location:	Ramada Inn 631 Skyland Blvd. East Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
Contact Phone #:	(901) 381-9960

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Start Time:	8:00 am
Location:	Michelin Tire 5101 21st Street Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
Contact Phone #:	(901) 381-9960

This is a school that offers the lecture and field certification. The field begins at 8:00 am. ALL NEW PARTICIPANTS should report to the field location at 7:30 for a briefing on how to read smoke. The remainder of the lecture will be held after the field runs at 1:00. DIRECTIONS TO THE FIELD EXERCISE: Michelin is located in the Little Italy area (Pavillion will provide shelter from the rain). From I-20/I-59, take exit 71. Go north on I-359 approximately 2 miles. Exit at 15th St. (left exit) (also Hwy 11, Hwy 13 and Hwy 43). Go west approximately 2 miles. Street name changes to Stillman Blvd. Bear left at Culver St. Turn right on Goodrich Blvd. Bear left to 20th St. and then to 21st St. DIRECTIONS TO THE LECTURE: The lecture meets at the Ramada Inn at 631 Skyland Boulevard East. From Michelin go east on 21st St. Bear left to 20th St. Street and bear left again to Goodrich Blvd. Turn left at Culver Rd. also Hwy 11, Hwy 13 and Hwy 43 and Stillman Blvd). Enter I-359 south for approximately 2 miles. Go through the I-20/I-59 interchange. Turn left on Skyland Blvd. Go east for 1.3 miles. Hotel phone is 205-759-4431.

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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