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IICRC Instructors Cleared of Allegations of Misconduct
VANCOUVER, Wash. (July 31, 2007) – The IICRC has completed the review of complaints submitted by Charles Cressy against the organization itself and four individuals closely affiliated with the organization. The IICRC has thoroughly investigated all complaints leveled by Charles Cressey against Jeff Bishop, Barry Costa, Dan Bernazzani and Larry Cooper, and finds no basis for a finding of any wrongdoing and completely exonerates the well-regarded individuals involved.
"The IICRC wishes to express its deepest support for these highly esteemed colleagues and the contributions they make to our industry year after year," said IICRC President Ruth Travis. "It is part of our mission to set and promote standards and ethics, and therefore allegations such as these are taken very seriously."
As requested by Cressy, the complaints were forwarded to the IICRC Ethics Committee, chaired by Board Member Rodney Paulsen, for review. The seven member committee composed of industry peers considered all sides of the argument objectively and followed the IICRC complaint-handling process outlined in the IICRC Policy and Procedures.
As part of the official review process, Cressy was asked twice for additional information or evidence that supported his allegations. The Ethics Committee did not receive a response from him either time. Each of the individuals named in the complaints was also asked to respond. All four provided a written response.
"The handling of this situation is a testament to our accountability to our constituents and provides clear vindication for those falsely accused," said Travis.
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