Know the truth behind water damage restoration and mold and how it effects on our indoor environment.
Water gives life to every living organism in the world, but it also provides one of the key elements for mold growth. This program will reveal the truth behind water damage restoration and mold. The topic will discuss the importance of rapid response and the key factors in reducing and minimizing organic growth. When the window of opportunity for water mitigation passes, the speaker will expose how and where mold growth will likely occur, the potential health impact of fungi and the hazards to building construction. The program will talk about techniques that increase and reduce risks including sampling, the use of disinfectants and applying coatings over the mold. The audience will certainly learn more about this unseen kingdom and its effects on our indoor environment.
Learning Objectives
- You will be able to describe the category of water and the condition of the fungal ecology.
- You will be able to identify potential health hazards related to mold exposure.
- You will be able to recognize the need for emergency mitigation services and understand the unintended consequences of inadequate drying.
- You will be able to discuss terms associated with water damage and mold such as pscychrometrics, mycotoxins and anti-microbials.
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Agenda
Overview
The Emergency Call and the Need for Rapid Response
- Water Extraction
- Saturated Material Removal
- Hidden Areas and Voids
- Specialty Drying Equipment
- The First 48-72 Hours
Longer Term Material Saturation
- Five Factors Required for Mold Growth
- Water Damage Indicator Molds
- Where the Mold Typically Starts Growing First
Health Hazards Associated With Mold
- Mycotoxins
- Allergens
Personal Property Impacted by Water and or Mold
- Can It Be Dried Effectively?
- Can It Be Cleaned and Restored?
Do's and Don'ts
- Mold Sampling
- Disturbance
- Anti-Microbials
- Encapsulation
Summary and Conclusion
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OnDemand Course
This course was last revised on March 13, 2020.
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- AIA HSW 1.5
- Lorman Education Services is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number J2016. This course is approved for 1.5 Learning Unit hour(s). In addition, this program qualifies for 1.50 hour(s) of Health, Safety, Welfare (HSW). Prerequisite: None, Program Level: Intermediate: Advanced Preparation: None
All registered AIA CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES ([email protected] or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3). This learning program is registered with AIA CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product. AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.
To earn each credit Lorman offers through the OnDemand learning platform, you need to watch 100% of the program. Also, for certain credits you will need to fulfill additional requirements which will be displayed on the "credits" tab when viewing the course.
- Those applying for AIA and HRCI must view 100% of the program and answer the questions following the program.
This program does NOT qualify, nor meet the National Standard for NASBA accreditation.
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Faculty
William A. Weber, CR, CMRS
AVELAR
- Senior consultant with Richard Avelar & Associates
- Practice emphasizes all aspects of forensic building consultancy
- Conducts regular seminars and workshops on numerous topics related to water damage and indoor air quality
- Author of several publications related to the areas of water damage, mold, and thermography
- Can be contacted at 510-557-5992 or [email protected]
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