MRS Regulatory Compliance & Industry Standards

Question 1

Which EPA document provides the primary guidance on mold remediation in schools and commercial buildings?

Accepted Answer

EPA 402-K-01-001 'Mold Remediation in Schools and Commercial Buildings'

Answer

EPA 600-R-01-003 'Mold Growth and Indoor Air Quality'

Answer

EPA 560-K-03-001 'Mold Control for Building Professionals'

Answer

EPA 402-K-09-009 'Mold Sampling and Analysis Guide'

Question 2

The IICRC S520 'Standard for Professional Mold Remediation' is published by which organization?

Accepted Answer

Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification

Answer

Occupational Safety and Health Administration

Answer

Environmental Protection Agency

Answer

American Industrial Hygiene Association

Question 3

Under OSHA standards, which regulation primarily governs respiratory protection for mold remediation workers?

Accepted Answer

29 CFR 1910.134 (Respiratory Protection)

Answer

29 CFR 1910.1200 (Hazard Communication)

Answer

29 CFR 1926.62 (Lead in Construction)

Answer

29 CFR 1910.146 (Permit-Required Confined Spaces)

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a requirement under IICRC S520 for a mold remediation project?

Accepted Answer

Submitting a government permit before remediation begins

Answer

Conducting a pre-remediation inspection

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Establishing engineering controls

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Performing post-remediation verification

Question 5

Under New York State's Mold Law (Article 32), mold remediation projects affecting more than what area require a licensed contractor?

Accepted Answer

10 square feet

Answer

25 square feet

Answer

50 square feet

Answer

100 square feet

Question 6

Which federal agency has primary authority over occupational exposure to mold in the workplace?

Accepted Answer

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

Answer

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Answer

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

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National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS)

Question 7

The IICRC S520 classifies mold contamination into how many condition levels?

Accepted Answer

3

Answer

2

Answer

4

Answer

5