CMI Mold Inspection Standards & Reporting Practices 2

Question 1

Which ASTM standard specifically addresses the assessment of fungal growth in buildings?

Accepted Answer

ASTM D7338

Answer

ASTM D7338 is the Standard Guide for Assessment of Fungal Growth in Buildings.

Question 2

When documenting moisture intrusion in a mold inspection report, what measurement should always be recorded alongside the moisture reading?

Accepted Answer

Ambient temperature and relative humidity

Answer

Ambient temperature and relative humidity must accompany moisture readings because they affect the interpretation of moisture meter data.

Question 3

According to IICRC S520, what is the primary purpose of a mold remediation protocol?

Accepted Answer

To establish scope, methods, and clearance criteria for remediation

Answer

The IICRC S520 defines a remediation protocol as a document establishing scope, methods, and clearance criteria.

Question 4

What is the minimum information that must appear on a bulk sample label for chain of custody purposes?

Accepted Answer

Sample number, location, date, and collector's initials

Answer

Proper chain of custody requires at minimum sample number, collection location, date, and the collector's initials.

Question 5

In an inspection report, an 'area of concern' differs from a 'confirmed mold condition' because:

Accepted Answer

An area of concern shows suspicious signs but lacks laboratory confirmation

Answer

An area of concern indicates suspicious signs (staining, odor, moisture) without yet having laboratory confirmation of mold.

(CMI) Certified Mold Inspector Practice Test