Mold Abatement, Remediation & Removal
$49.00
Credits: 0.2 CEU/2 PDH
Duration: 2h
This course is designed to assist employers and employees in understanding the steps to working safely where exposure to mold is likely, in both the construction and general industry. This course will discuss the agencies and the regulations that exist and it will help you to understand and identify mold, what causes mold, and the best methods of remediation.
Specific topics covered in this course include:
- Introduction to Mold
- Key Terms and Definitions
- Governing Bodies
- What are molds?
- Health
- Mold Appearance and Scent
- Mold Growth
- Moisture Problems and Ventilation
- Humidity
- Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Systems
- Drying Buildings
- Floods
- Locating Mold
- Crawl Spaces
- Hidden Mold Growth
- Specialized Equipment
- Sampling
- Remediation and Containment
- Remediation Equipment and Cleanerson
- Drying Different Material
- Assessing the Extent of Mold Growth
- Avoid Mold Exposure
- Creating a Remediation Plan
- Safe Work Practices
- Containment
- Limited Containment
- Full Containment
- Damaged Materials
- HVAC Systems
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Respirators
- Respirator Fit Testing
- Gloves
- Goggles
- Selecting the Appropriate Goggles
- Body Coverings
- Communication and Post-Remediation
- Communicating with Building Occupants
- Communication During a Relocation
- Post-Remediation Evaluation
- Preventing Future Mold Contamination
- Preventing Future Mold Contamination – Routine and Building Maintenance
- Employer and Employee Rights and Responsibilities
- Employer Responsibilities-Equipment
- Employee Rights
- Employee Responsibilities
- Summary
- Final Exam
