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MOLD MANAGEMENT Molds are fungal organisms that are very common. They reproduce by means of structures called spores. Mold spores of various types are found virtually everywhere. Spores will germinate wherever there is sufficient moisture, a food source and the appropriate temperature. Problems with mold growth can usually be seen or smelled. So, if you have musty odors in certain rooms there is probably mold contamination there. The key to preventing mold growth, or its recurrence, is the control of moisture levels. This means that it is imperative to repair all leaks in plumbing, walls, windows, or other structures. Mold cannot grow without sufficient water or humidity. Molds can be important factors in causing health-related problems such as allergies, they can be triggers for asthma, induce lung infections in persons with underlying lung disease and cause some forms of dermatitis. Chronic respiratory problems may be an indication of the presence of mold growth indoors. If someone in your home or workplace has such a problem, consider having a qualified mold professional examine the area for mold contamination. Some molds also produce toxic substances, or mycotoxins, under certain conditions and these can cause serious health problems in some individuals. Molds growing on structural surfaces of buildings digest the materials on which they grow and damage them. For this reason, it is important to remove mold from walls, ceilings, basements and attics where it is growing. The USEPA recommends that if mold is present, it should be removed. The suggestion is that if the area of mold is larger than 10 square feet one should consider having it remediated by a mold professional. Correct protocols are essential in order to prevent the spreading of mold spores to other areas of the building. Our trained mold professionals will help you in insuring that the mold is removed correctly and that re-growth does not occur. Currently, there are no federal standards regulating the limits for exposure to molds, spores or mycotoxins. Even so, litigation over issues of mold are increasing and this trend is expected to continue. To find more information on mold and mold-related problems, one can search the following useful links to mold information: - www.epa.gov MOLD SEMINARS From time to time we offer free, mold seminars in various locations in Virginia and North Carolina. Topics generally include the following aspects of mold:
The dates of the scheduled seminars will be posted on this website at least two weeks in advance of the seminar date. If you would like to have us consider offering one at your location, please contact us for details. MOLD INSPECTION AND REMEDIATION TRAINING Enviro Safety Group offers a three-day school in Mold Inspection and Remediation. Students will learn how to correctly inspect buildings for the presence of mold, they will know the proper protocols for its removal, understand how to decide on the appropriate recommendations for prevention of the recurrence of its growth, and much more. Below is a daily schedule of class events. Mold School
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