 MOULD ASSESSMENT |
MOULD REMEDIATION | CONSULTING
There are several groups or government agencies that have published guidelines on mould removal.
They are:
- American Conference of Government Industrial Hygienists
- American Industrial Hygiene Association
- Environmental Protection Agency
- Canadian Construction Association
- Health Canada
- Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration
- New York City Department of Health
These organizations agree almost unanimously on the following
points:
Interior mould is the result of water intrusion or high humidity
Rapid drying of water intrusion is recommended to prevent mould growth (48 hours)
Fungal contamination of interior surfaces is unacceptable from a health/hygiene
standpoint
Fungal contamination can cause allergic, infectious, and poisonous health effects
A single heavy exposure may cause serious health problems
Area/building evacuation may be necessary before/during mould remediation particularly if
high risk occupants are present
Mould remediation should begin promptly upon discovery
Interior fungal growth should be physically removed
All mould growth indoors should be remediated properly, not just Stachybotrys
Porous materials colonized by mould should be disposed of
Remediation work should be conducted in unoccupied areas
Respirators and other personal protective equipment should be used during all remediation
projects
Work practices and engineering controls should be used to minimize dust generation during
remediation
Specialized cleaning procedures should be employed for dust with potential spore
contamination
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