Mold Prevention and Remediation Flashcards
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How should moldy carpet and padding typically be handled in a Category 3 flood restoration scenario?
Answer: Remove and dispose of as contaminated waste
Category 3 contaminated carpet and padding cannot be effectively decontaminated and must be removed and disposed of as contaminated waste.
What does 'protocol' mean in the context of a mold remediation plan?
Answer: A written scope of work detailing remediation procedures, containment, and PPE requirements
A mold remediation protocol is a written document prepared by an industrial hygienist specifying the scope, procedures, containment, PPE, and clearance criteria for remediation.
Which federal agency regulates the disposal of mold-contaminated materials in the United States?
Answer: EPA (Environmental Protection Agency)
The EPA regulates the disposal of hazardous and contaminated materials, including mold-laden waste from remediation projects, under federal environmental law.
What is the function of an ATP (adenosine triphosphate) test in flood restoration?
Answer: Measure the presence of biological contamination on surfaces
ATP testing detects biological contamination by measuring adenosine triphosphate, a molecule present in all living cells, on surfaces after cleaning.
Why must HVAC systems be shut down or isolated during mold remediation?
Answer: To prevent mold spores from spreading through ductwork to unaffected areas
Operating HVAC systems during remediation can distribute mold spores through ductwork, cross-contaminating areas that were not previously affected.
What does the term 'source removal' mean in mold remediation?
Answer: Physically removing mold-contaminated materials rather than treating them in place
Source removal involves physically removing and discarding mold-infested materials such as drywall, insulation, and flooring rather than attempting to clean them.