About the Flood Mitigation Industry Association (FMIA)
The Flood Mitigation Industry Association (FMIA) is a non-profit 510 c3 organization that represents flood hazard mitigation product manufacturers, professionals, and contractors from around the world. The mission of the FMIA is to educate the public, insurers and government officials about the risks associated with flooding and how to mitigate those hazards effectively.
To this end, the FMIA provides general guidance documents (such as the Flood Risk Reduction Barrier and Product List) as well as professional training programs on a variety of topics ranging from 1) an introduction to the complexity of mitigation design, deployment, and installation 2) best practices involved in developing a working flood risk reduction plan 3) product-specific deployment procedures.
Please contact the FMIA for more information about specific training opportunities.
About the FMIA Flood Risk Reduction Barrier and Product List
The FMIA Flood Risk Reduction Barrier and Product List provides information for property owners, building managers, all orders of government, and contractors about the types of flood barriers that are designed to address various risks and the products that are available in the marketplace to address those risks. The attached list of products, companies/contacts and ratings for numerous flood risk reduction and mitigation options, is meant to be a starting point for all who are seeking information about these types of products. It is intended to provide high level-guidance about product selection only. In all cases it is recommended that flood risk reduction barrier applications/plans should be reviewed by a professional (engineer, architect, consultant) prior to construction and/or implementation.
Participation is Free and Open to Companies Regardless of FMIA Membership Status
There is no fee or membership in the FMIA required for a product to be included on the list, however whether or not a company is an active member of the FMIA will be noted on the list and FMIA members will be listed in priority sequence at the top of each flood barrier category within the list.
Please contact the FMIA for more information about becoming an FMIA member or maintaining your membership status.
Inclusion in the List Does Not Constitute an Endorsement
The FMIA Flood Risk Reduction Barrier and Product List is hosted on the FMIA website as a free information resource for all interested parties. Inclusion on the list does not constitute an endorsement by the FMIA or its members.
Required Documentation of Performance and Any Certifications
Before each product is approved to appear on the list the company must provide the FMIA with documentation that it has received product design verification from an engineer.
Before any product certifications are included on the list the company must provide the FMIA with documentation.
Accuracy of Information Submitted by Participating Companies
All information provided is declared to be true and accurate by the companies submitting the information at the time of submission. Users of the list will contact the companies directly to verify any of the information provided and/or for more detailed product information. Documentation should be submitted to info@floodmitigationindustry.org.
Terms of Company Participation
All companies requesting participation in the list must confirm that:
- they have read the FMIA Flood Risk Reduction Barrier & Product List to understand the barrier definitions referred to in the list
- they are not infringing on any worldwide patents or otherwise copying an existing barrier or system
- they agree to provide documentation to confirm barrier performance parameters and any certifications
- the information they submit to the list is true and accurate at the time of submission
- they will contact FMIA if changes in production or product ownership occur (i.e. product design changes, company ownership changes, etc.)
- they authorize FMIA to post the provided information on the FMIA Flood Risk Reduction Barrier and Product List (List)
- they agree to the List being circulated by FMIA for promotional purposes across all media types
- they agree to be sent an email reminder by FMIA on an annual basis to review the list submission for accuracy and completeness and update the information, as needed
- they acknowledge they can request removal from the list at any time by writing to info@floodmitigationindustry.org.
Agreement to Terms of Application
I have read and agreed to all of the terms laid out the application form. I also declare that I am authorized to submit this application on behalf of the company I represent.
