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Education
Construction Risk and Insurance Specialist (CRIS®) Classroom Courses
The Construction Risk and Insurance Specialist–CRIS–insurance CE program is a specialized curriculum focusing on the
insurance and risk management needs of construction projects and contractors. CRIS was developed by IRMI (International
Risk Management Institute, Inc.), the leader in construction insurance education for 30 years. Those who complete the program
are entitled to display the CRIS certification to certify their knowledge of construction insurance and risk management
and dedication to the industry.
To earn the CRIS certification, you complete five specialized courses on construction risks and insurance. Once you have
earned the certification, you will need to complete an additional course within 2 years and every 12 months thereafter to
maintain it.
Learn more about the CRIS insurance continuing education program
(PDF).
Classroom CRIS Courses
IIAT has teamed up with IRMI to bring you classroom versions of the CRIS courses.
Attending each 1-day course provides you with 6 hours of insurance CE credit. At your convenience, after completing each
course you will log into the CRIS Learning Center to take the exam for the course.
The curriculum includes:
Your cost for each course is only $175 for members or $350 for nonmembers.
This fee includes 6 CE credits (filed for), the online CRIS exam and high-quality course text.
Register Now.
Benefits of Becoming CRIS Certified
- Credibility–With the CRIS certification behind your name, you make a statement to construction and
insurance professionals that you understand the complex insurance needs of contractors and how to meet them.
- More sales–Retail insurance agents and brokers will parlay their increased expertise, confidence
and credibility into more sales to construction accounts.
- Agent/Broker Directory Listing–Retail insurance agents and brokers may elect to have their name,
firm, and phone number included in the directory of CRIS construction insurance agents and brokers. This is a free listing
in a directory being promoted to contractors as a source for insurance professionals who are focused on the construction
industry.
- Arrange superior insurance programs–Knowledge gained from the CRIS courses will help you eliminate
dangerous coverage gaps and provide better protection for your clients.
- Career advancement–The specialized knowledge and credibility you gain from the CRIS CE program will
make you a more valuable employee and help you achieve your career goals.
- Leverage your CE investment–You can simultaneously get convenient state CE credit and an insurance
industry certification by taking a CRIS classroom course.
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Course Schedule
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Dallas
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Houston
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San Antonio
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Commercial Liability Insurance for Contractors
This course provides a general overview of standard commercial general liability insurance and umbrella liability insurance,
with specific attention to provisions that most affect coverage or create problems for some or all contractors. It covers
elements required to trigger coverage, application of standard policy exclusions and various standard endorsements,
all within a construction context. Suggestions for modifying coverage to address potential coverage gaps and other problematic
provisions are provided where appropriate. |
May 16 |
May 23 |
May 30 |
Contractual Risk Transfer in Construction
This course reviews the ways in which risk is allocated in construction contracts. In addition to a technical review
of the types of techniques available, this course examines strategies for maximizing the effectiveness of risk transfers
in construction contracts. Topics include indemnification provisions, waivers of subrogation, and limitations of liability,
insurance requirements, and some of the key areas of risk allocation in standard construction contracts. Tips for writing
and negotiating fair and effective insurance requirements are provided where appropriate, as well as for verifying compliance
with these requirements. |
June 27 |
June 6 |
June 30 |
Workers' Compensation for Contractors
This course provides a general overview of standard workers’ compensation and employers’ liability insurance, with specific
attention to provisions that most affect coverage or create problems for some or all contractors. In addition to the
standard policy provisions, key statutes that impact contractors workers’ compensation exposure and costs, such as independent
contractor liability, employee leasing, overtime pay and various federal acts, are also addressed. Suggestions for modifying
coverage to address potential coverage gaps and other problematic provisions are provided where appropriate. |
July 11 |
July 18 |
July 25 |
Property Insurance for Contractors
This course focuses on builders’ risk and contractors’ equipment insurance, including suggestions for maximizing the
effectiveness of the coverage. It also includes a review of important concepts with respect to insuring the contractor’s
office or other permanent property. Topics include covered and excluded property, covered and excluded perils, covered
parties, and alternative methods of reporting covered values. Various policy provisions that impact the scope of coverage
– such as subrogation, occupancy and cancellation – are also examined. Suggestions for modifying coverage to address
potential coverage gaps and other problematic provisions are provided where appropriate. |
Aug. 1 |
Aug. 15 |
Aug. 8 |
Commercial Auto, Surety, CIPs and Miscellaneous Lines
This course reviews the various types of insurance often needed by contractors that are not covered in the other core
courses. This includes auto liability and physical damage, professional liability, pollution liability, employment practices
liability and directors and officers liability insurance. It also provides a basic review of claims-made and occurrence
coverage triggers, wrap-up or controlled insurance programs (CIPs), and surety bonds. |
Aug. 22 |
Aug. 29 |
Sept. 5 |
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