FSRT

What it means

FSRT is the IICRC’s fire restoration certification. The IICRC says it covers scoping, mitigation, cleaning, deodorization, subrogation, spoliation and documentation of residential and commercial fire- and smoke-damaged structures and contents. Subrogation and spoliation refer to preserving evidence when a fire may be someone else’s fault, so the insurer can pursue them.

It has no prerequisite and is offered live-stream or in person. It is required for the IICRC’s Master Fire and Smoke Restorer designation, along with the Odor Control Technician (OCT) certification. Its content lines up with the ANSI/IICRC S700 fire and smoke standard, first published in 2025.

Why it matters to your claim or your bill

Fire jobs are easy to under- or over-scope. Soot and odor can travel far from the burned room, and different residues need different cleaning methods. An FSRT-trained technician should be able to explain which rooms and contents are affected, how each will be cleaned, and how odor will be controlled. Ask for that scope in writing, with photos. If the fire’s cause is under investigation, ask how the company will avoid disturbing evidence. Our fire damage restoration process page lays out each stage.