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TEXAS MOLD ASSESSMENT CONSULTANT YEAR

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Containment must be specified in a mold remediation protocol when the mold contamination of facts and total surface area of 25 continuous square feet or more for the project. According to the Texas mold assessment and remediation rolls, containment is not required if - ANSWER>>no person who is not licensed or registered under the sub chapter occupies the building in which the remediation takes place at any time between the start date and stop date for the project as specified on the notification According to the EPA is mold remediation in schools and commercial buildings, if the total surface area by mold is 25 ft.² the recommended PPE is - ANSWER>>Limited and full in the mold remediation protocol for a project, the mold assessment consultants shall specify - ANSWER>>the procedures to be used in determining whether the underlying cause of the mold identified for the project has been remediated so that it is reasonably certain that the mold will not return from that same cause the Texas mold assessment and remediation rules states that notice signs must be legible from - ANSWER>>10 feet after completing any training course required by the Texas mold assessment and remediation rules, how long do you have to take and pass the state examination - ANSWER>>6 months the assigned protection factor (PF) for an N-95 respirator is - ANSWER>>there is no PF rating for an N- 95 respirator According to the EPA"mold remediation in schools and commercial buildings" document, the EPA recommends the following for cleanup of books and papers that were damaged with clear water within 24 - 48 hours - ANSWER>>discard all books and papers, photocopy and discard originals, and freeze or freeze-dry originals when sampling with a spore trap you are usually trying to determine - ANSWER>>identification of viable mild spores

which of the following sampling devices would you use to determine respirable and non-respirable viable airborne mold spores? - ANSWER>>air-o-cell cassette according to the Texas mold assessment and remediation rules, if a contractor is working under the exceptions and exemptions subsection and identifies additional mold that affects a total surface area of more than 25 contiguous square feet they shall - ANSWER>>Immediately cease all remediation work and implement emergency containment if necessary according to the Texas mold assessment and remediation rules, a containment area is defined as - ANSWER>>an area that has been enclosed to control the release of mold or mold-containing vapors into the surrounding area a musty odor indoors usually indicates - ANSWER>>microbial growth skin and eye protection during the remediation process is used to protect workers from - ANSWER>>mold toxins and spores, dust mites, and cleaning products according to the Texas mold assessment and remediation rules the required clearance level of mold spores is - ANSWER>>N/A which sampling method would you use to determine both viable and non- viable mold concentrations in the air - ANSWER>>air-o-cell-cassette according to the EPA's "mold remediation in schools and commercial buildings" document, the EPA recommends the following for cleanup for non-porous hard surface areas - ANSWER>>cleaned with detergent solution what is the normal air flow rate an air-o-cell cassette - ANSWER>>15 liters/minute according to the. EPA's "mold remediation in schools and commercial buildings", it is recommended that water damaged cellulose ceiling tiles should. be - ANSWER>>discarded what is the normal air flow rater used for an Andersen sampler - ANSWER>>28.3 liters/minute according to the Texas mold assessment and remediation rules, who can write a mold management plan? - ANSWER>>a licensed mold assessment consultant

according to the Texas mold assessment and remediation rules, a mold assessment consultant may perform an assessment to - ANSWER>>collect data for writing a mold assessment report health effects from inhalation of mold spores could be - ANSWER>>Hypersensitivity pneumonitis according to the Texas mold assessment and remediation rules, mold is defines as - ANSWER>>spores, hyphae, mycotoxins, and living or dead fungi according to the Texas mold assessment and remediation rules, the purpose of a mold assessment is to - ANSWER>>determine the sources, locations and extent of mold growth in a building / determine the condition(s) that caused the mold growth / and enable the assessment consultant to prepare a mold remediation protocol according to the Texas mold assessment and remediation rules, a licensed mold assessment company or consultant shall maintain records until - ANSWER>>the company or consultant issues a mold assessment report, management plan, or remediation protocol to a client, if the company or consultant performs. only the initial assessment for the project / the company or consultant issues the final. status report to the client, if a. final status report is issued / and the company or consultant provides the. signed. certificate of mold remediation to a mold remediation contractor or company, if a certificate of mold remediation is provided according to the Texas mold assessment and remediation rules, a post remediation assessment shall determine if - ANSWER>>the work area is free of all visible mold and wood rot / all work has been completed in compliance with the remediation protocol and work plan and meets clearance criteria specified in the protocol according to the Texas mold assessment and remediation rules, notice signs for mold remediation projects must say - ANSWER>>NOTICE: mold remediation project in progress according to the Texas mold assessment and remediation rules, containment is not required for a contaminated area of less than - ANSWER>>25 continguous square feet according to the Texas mold assessment and remediation rules, the stop date is defined as - ANSWER>>the date after the date on which final clearance is achieved

according to the Texas mold assessment and remediation rules, the start date is defined as - ANSWER>>the date on which the actual remediation begins according to table. 2 of the EPA's "Mold remediation in schools and commercial buildings", it is recommended that a carpeted area of 50 square feet that has mold contamination from clean water should be - ANSWER>>wet vacuumed, HEPA vacuumed or discarded well-sealed plastic bags according to table. 2 of the EPA's "Mold remediation in schools and commercial buildings, the containment recommended for a contaminated area of less than 10 ft.² is - ANSWER>>none according to the Texas mold assessment and remediation rules, notice signs for mold remediation projects must be - ANSWER>>8 inches by 10 inches in size according to table one of the EPA's mold remediation in schools of commercial buildings, if clean water damage has occurred within 24 hours to 48 hours, it is recommended that cellulose insulation be - ANSWER>>discarded and replaced according to table one of the EPA's mold remediation in schools of commercial buildings, if clean water damage has occurred within 24 to 48 hours is recommended that wallboard (drywall and gypsum) be - ANSWER>>dried in place if no swelling has occurred and seems are intact according to the Texas mold assessment and remediation rules, the minimum PPE for any mold remediation should be - ANSWER>>N-95 respirator According to the Texas mold assessment and remediation rules, an assessor is defined as - ANSWER>>a person who is licensed under this subchapter as A mold assessment technician, mold assessment consultant or mold assessment company according to the Texas mold assessment and remediation rules, if a walking containment is used the Post remediation assessment shall be performed - ANSWER>>while the containment is in place according to the EPA's mold remediation in schools and commercial buildings, the recommended containment type is based on the - ANSWER>>Area of mold growth according to the Texas mold assessment and remediation rules, indoor air is defined as - ANSWER>>any air within the envelope of the building, including air spaces normally occupied by persons in the building, excluding air and attics and crawlspaces that are vented to the outside of the building

the department may issue an administrative penalty, denying application, suspend, suspend on an emergency basis, suspend with probationary terms, or revoke the credentials of the person who - ANSWER>>has fraudulently or deceptively obtained or attempted to obtain the credential, ID card or approval, including engaging in misconduct or dishonesty during the state licensing examination, such as cheating or having another person take or attend to take the examination for that person / duplicates or allows another person to duplicate a credential, ID card or approval / falsifies records for mold related activities that the department requires the person to create, submit, or maintain / is convicted of a felony or misdemeanor arising from mold related activity if a person violates the Texas mold assessment and reading mediation act or in order, the department may assess an administrative penalty of - ANSWER>>not more than $5000 per violation according to the EPA's mold remediation in schools and commercial buildings, the recommended clean up method for books and papers with mold growth is - ANSWER>>thoroughly dry then HEPA vacuum for mold grow requires - ANSWER>>food source and the moisture according to the Texas mold assessment and remediation rules, the Severity levels of violations are place in which of the following three categories - ANSWER>>critical, serious and significant according to the EPA's mold remediation in schools and commercial buildings, within forty eight hours of damage by clean water it is recommended that - ANSWER>>a carpet may be dried / wallboard maybe dried if there is no swelling / cellulose insulation should be discarded which of the following is not a potential health effect associated with inhalation exposure to molds and mycotoxins - ANSWER>>skin rash under the Texas mold assessment in remediation rules facility exemption, an owner or tenant or employee of an owner and tenant is not required to be licensed to perform mold remediation if - ANSWER>>the contaminated area is less than 25 contiguous square feet according to the Texas mold rule, the purpose of a mold assessment is to determine - ANSWER>>the sources locations and the extent of mold growth, the conditions that caused the mold growth and enable the preparation of the mold remediation protocol

a spore trap sample is collected at a flow rate of 15 L per minute for seven minutes. What is the sample volume - ANSWER>>105 L according to table 2 of the EPA's mold remediation in schools and commercial buildings, it is an recommended that a contaminated area of 25 contiguous square feet have which of the following containments - ANSWER>>polyethylene sheeting ceiling to floor around affected area with a slit entry and covering flat; maintaining area under negative pressure with HEPA filtered fan unit. Block supply and return air vents within the contaminated area According to Table 2 of the EPA is mold remediation in schools in commercial buildings, if the total surface area affected is greater than 100 ft.² the recommended PPE is - ANSWER>>gloves, disposable full body clothing, headgear, foot coverings, full face respirator with HEPA filter according to the Texas mold assessment and remediation rules, which of the following is licensed to prepare a mold remediation protocol, including the evaluation and selection of appropriate methods, personal protective equipment, engineering controls, projects layout, post remediation clearance evaluation methods in criteria, and preparation of plans and specifications - ANSWER>>mold assessment consultant the known health effects associated with inhalation of fungal spores are - ANSWER>>allergy and asthma which of the following are examples of total bio aerosol sampling techniques - ANSWER>>Bunkard personal spore trap according to the Texas mold assessment and remediation rules, I remediation work plan can be written by - ANSWER>>mold remediation contractor according to the EPA mold remediation in schools in commercial buildings, it is recommended that wood surfaces that have mold growth caused by Clearwater be - ANSWER>>wet vacuumed / HEPA vacuumed / damp wiped /Discarded according to the EPA's mold remediation in schools in commercial buildings, it is recommended that concrete or cinderblock surfaces that have mold growth caused by clean water be - ANSWER>>wet vacuumed and HEPA vacuumed according to the Texas mold assessment and remediation rules a licensed mold assessment consultant will - ANSWER>>Provide, in accordance With a client instructions, professional services concerning

surveys, building conditions that have or might have contributed to mold growth, proper building, operations and maintenance to prevent mold growth, and compliance with work practices and standards according to the Texas mold assessment and remediation roles, a licensed mold remediation contractor may perform mold remediation and supervise registered multi remediation workers performing mold remediation, and - ANSWER>>prepare a mold remediation work plan providing instructions for the remediation efforts to be performed for mold remediation product if samples for laboratory analysis are collected during a mold assessment - ANSWER>>proper sample documentation, including the sample method, the sample identification code, each location and material samples, the date collected, the name of the person who collected the samples, and the project name or number must be recorded for each sample an assessment consultant who determines that remediation has been successful shall issue a written past clearance report to the client at the conclusion of each mold remediation projects. The report should include which of the following - ANSWER>>A description of relevant work site observations, the type of location of all measurements made in samples collected at the worksite, the results of analytical evaluation of the samples collected at the worksite, a clear statement that the project has pass clearance A mold remediation contractor or company shall notify the department of a mold remediation project - ANSWER>>no less than five working days prior to the anticipated start date of the activity glucans are poly glucose compounds found in the cell wall of fungi and can be related to - ANSWER>>organic does toxin syndrome (ODTS) the EPAs is mold remediation in schools and commercial buildings document on water damage guidelines recommend that fiberglass insulation that has been damaged by clean water for less than 48 hours should be - ANSWER>>discarded the EPA smoldering mediation in schools in commercial buildings document recommends which type of containment for areas with a total affected surface area of 35 ft.² - ANSWER>>Polyethylene Sheeting ceiling to floor around affected area with a Slit entry in covering flap maintain area under negative pressure with HEPA filtered fan unit according to the Texas mold assessment and remediation rules, a licensed mold remediation contractor or company shall maintain the following records and documents at a central location at its Texas office for

three years - ANSWER>>the written contracts between the malls remediation contractor or company and the client, copies of all certificates of mold remediation issued by the contractor or company, a copy of the remediation work plan according to the Texas mold assessment and remediation rules a critical violation have or may have - ANSWER>>a direct negative impact on public health, safety or welfare persons who are licensed, registered or a credited under the sub chapter shal - ANSWER>>adhere to the code of ethics prescribed by this rule All applicants must pass the state examination within six months of completing any training course required under this role in - ANSWER>>three or fewer attempts according to the Texas mold assessment and remediation rules a registered mold remediation worker may - ANSWER>>perform mold remediation activities well supervised by a licensed mold remediation contractor according to the Texas mold assessment and remediation rules a license mold assessment a consultant is license to - ANSWER>>plan surveys to identify conditions favorable for indoor mold growth or to determine the presence, extent, amount, or identity of mold or suspected mold in the building / determine locations at which a licensed mold assessment technician will record operations, take measurements, or collect samples / prepare a mold assessment report, including the observations made, measurements taken, and locations and analysis results of samples taken during the mold assessment how does mold grow - ANSWER>>as a mat of intertwined microscopic filaments called hyphae most fungi generally are not pathogenic to healthy humans. Which pathogenic fungi infects non immuno compromised individuals - ANSWER>>blastomyces, cryptococcus, histoplasma, coccidioides according to the Texas mold assessment and remediation rolls, and mold assessment technician is license to - ANSWER>>collect samples for mold analysis during an initial mold assessment A fee of blank is required for any routine licensing examination or re-examination - ANSWER>>$ according to the Texas mold assessment and remediation rules, the certificate of insurance must be complete, including all applicable coverages and endorsements, and must name as a certificate holder the - ANSWER>>Texas Department of license and registration (TDLR)

allergic molds are - ANSWER>>penicillium, aspergillus, cladosporium, alternaria What is the optimum Aw most molds - ANSWER>>.60 to. according to the Texas mold assessment and remediation rules, a credential person who becomes aware of violations of this rule must report these violations - ANSWER>>promptly hazardous substance enter the body through - ANSWER>>inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion hypersensitivity pheumontitis is - ANSWER>>a rare, but serious immune related condition resembling bacterial pneumonia according to the Texas mold assessment In remediation rules, the department may - ANSWER>>inspect the business practices of any person involved in mold related activity, enter any area of containment for the purpose of inspections, enter any area of containment at any reasonable time for the purpose of inspections, and not impeded or refused entry in the course of officials duties A license holder overseeing mold related activities, with exception of activities performed by a mold analysis laboratory, must ensure that a client is provided a copy of the department consumer mold information sheet - ANSWER>>prior to the initiation of any mold related activity according to the EPA is mold remediation in schools in commercial buildings, the HVAC filters during remediation should have a minimum MERV rating of - ANSWER>>eight according to the Texas mold assessment and remediation rules, an Assessor is defined as a person who conducts mold assessment and his license as - ANSWER>>a mold assessment technician, a mold assessment consultant, mold assessment company the consumer mold information sheet is a document - ANSWER>>prepared and made available by the department that describes the persons who are required to be licensed under this rule, that provides information on mold assessment and mold remediation, that must be provided to a client prior to beginning a mold activity the EPA is mold remediation in schools in commercial buildings document on water damage guidelines recommend that upholstered furniture and drapes with mold growth caused by clean water be - ANSWER>>wet vacuum, HEPA vacuums, and discarded

according to the Texas mold assessment and remediation rules, a facility is defined as - ANSWER>>any institutional, commercial, public, government, industrial or residential structure of building mold analysis is the examination of a sample collected during a modest estimate for the purpose of - ANSWER>>determining the amount of presence of any living or dead mold or related parts present in the sample according to the Texas mold assessment and remediation rules, and inspection, investigation, or survey of a dwelling or other structure to provide the owner of occupant with information regarding the presence, identification, or evaluation of mold is - ANSWER>>a mold assessment according to the Texas mold assessment and remediation rules, a mole remediation work plan is a document, prepared by licensed mold remediation contractor that - ANSWER>>provides specific instructions for how emulsion remediation project will be performed according to the Texas mold assessment and remediation rules, I'm over in mediation protocol is a document prepared by - ANSWER>>a licensed mold assessment consultant for a client, that specifies the estimated quantities in locations of materials to be remediated, and proposes remediation methods and clearance criteria for each type of remediation in each type of area for a mold remediation project for the following activities are exempt from the Texas mold rule - ANSWER>>the diagnosis, repair, cleaning, or replacement of plumbing, heating, ventilation, air-conditioning, electrical, or air duct systems or appliances were not part of a mold remediation / commercial or residential real estate inspections / the repair, replacement, or cleaning of construction materials during the building phases of the construction of a structure a person is not required to be licensed under the Texas Malta settlement and remediation rules, to perform mold remediation in an area in which the mold contamination for the project affects a total surface area of - ANSWER>>less than 25 contiguous square feet The code of ethics as described in the Texas mold rules rules requires that license - ANSWER>>undertake to perform only services for which they are qualified by license, education, training or experience in the specific technical fields involved

according to the Texas mold assessment and remediation rules a credentialed person - ANSWER>>responsible for competent and efficient performance of duties in shell report to the department incompetent, illegal or unethical c conduct and the applicant for an initial license under the Texas mold assessment and remediation rules must pass the state licensing examination and that area of licensure with a score of at least - ANSWER>>70% correct before applying for the license according to the Texas mold assessment remediation rules, methods used during post remediation assessment and clearance shall be - ANSWER>>visual, procedural and analytical evaluation's of each remediated area according to the Texas mold assessment and remediation rules, disinfectants, biocide and anti-microbial coatings may be used - ANSWER>>only one specified by the mold remediation protocol Books & Papers (10 sq ft or less) - ANSWER>>High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) vacuum after the material has been thoroughly dried. Dispose of contents of the HEPA vacuum area after it is dried. Carpet &backing (10 sq ft or less) - ANSWER>>Wet vacuum (in case of porous materials, some mold spores/fragments will remain in the material but will not grow if the material is completely dried.) Steam cleaning may be an alternative for carpets and some upholstered furniture. High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) vacuum after the material has been thoroughly dried. Dispose of contents of the HEPA vacuum area after it is dried. Concrete & Cinder Block (10 sq ft or less) - ANSWER>>Wet vacuum (in case of porous materials, some mold spores/fragments will remain in the material but will not grow if the material is completely dried.) Steam cleaning may be an alternative for carpets and some upholstered furniture. High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) vacuum after the material has been thoroughly dried. Dispose of contents of the HEPA vacuum area after it is dried. Hard Surface, porous flooring (10 sq ft or less) (Linoleum, ceramic tile, vinyl) - ANSWER>>Wet vacuum (in case of porous materials, some mold spores/fragments will remain in the material but will not grow if the material is completely dried.) Steam cleaning may be an alternative for carpets and some upholstered furniture. Damp-Wipe surfaces with plain water or with water and detergent solution (except wood - use wood floor cleaner); scrub as needed.

High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) vacuum after the material has been thoroughly dried. Dispose of contents of the HEPA vacuum area after it is dried. Non-porous, Hard-surfaces (10 sq ft or less) (Plastics, Metals) - ANSWER>>Wet vacuum (in case of porous materials, some mold spores/fragments will remain in the material but will not grow if the material is completely dried.) Steam cleaning may be an alternative for carpets and some upholstered furniture. Damp-Wipe surfaces with plain water or with water and detergent solution (except wood - use wood floor cleaner); scrub as needed. High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) vacuum after the material has been thoroughly dried. Dispose of contents of the HEPA vacuum area after it is dried. Upholstered furniture & drapes (10 sq ft or less) - ANSWER>>Wet vacuum (in case of porous materials, some mold spores/fragments will remain in the material but will not grow if the material is completely dried.) Steam cleaning may be an alternative for carpets and some upholstered furniture. High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) vacuum after the material has been thoroughly dried. Dispose of contents of the HEPA vacuum area after it is dried. Wallboard (Drywall & Gypsum board) (10 sq ft or less) - ANSWER>>High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) vacuum after the material has been thoroughly dried. Dispose of contents of the HEPA vacuum area after it is dried. Wood surfaces (10 sq ft or less) - ANSWER>>Wet vacuum (in case of porous materials, some mold spores/fragments will remain in the material but will not grow if the material is completely dried.) Steam cleaning may be an alternative for carpets and some upholstered furniture. Damp-Wipe surfaces with plain water or with water and detergent solution (except wood - use wood floor cleaner); scrub as needed. High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) vacuum after the material has been thoroughly dried. Dispose of contents of the HEPA vacuum area after it is dried. Books & Papers (10-100 sq ft) - ANSWER>>High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) vacuum after the material has been thoroughly dried. Dispose of contents of the HEPA vacuum area after it is dried. Carpet &backing (10-100 sq ft) - ANSWER>>Wet vacuum (in case of porous materials, some mold spores/fragments will remain in the material but will not grow if the material is completely dried.) Steam cleaning may be an alternative for carpets and some upholstered furniture.

High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) vacuum after the material has been thoroughly dried. Dispose of contents of the HEPA vacuum area after it is dried. Discard - Remove water damaged materials and seal in plastic bags while inside of containment, if present. Dispose of as normal waste, HEPA vacuum area after it has dried. Concrete & Cinder Block (10-100 sq ft) - ANSWER>>Wet vacuum (in case of porous materials, some mold spores/fragments will remain in the material but will not grow if the material is completely dried.) Steam cleaning may be an alternative for carpets and some upholstered furniture. High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) vacuum after the material has been thoroughly dried. Dispose of contents of the HEPA vacuum area after it is dried. Hard Surface, porous flooring (10-100 sq ft)) (Linoleum, ceramic tile, vinyl) - ANSWER>>Wet vacuum (in case of porous materials, some mold spores/fragments will remain in the material but will not grow if the material is completely dried.) Steam cleaning may be an alternative for carpets and some upholstered furniture. Damp-Wipe surfaces with plain water or with water and detergent solution (except wood - use wood floor cleaner); scrub as needed. High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) vacuum after the material has been thoroughly dried. Dispose of contents of the HEPA vacuum area after it is dried. Non-porous, Hard-surfaces (10-100 sq ft) (Plastics, Metals) - ANSWER>>Wet vacuum (in case of porous materials, some mold spores/fragments will remain in the material but will not grow if the material is completely dried.) Steam cleaning may be an alternative for carpets and some upholstered furniture. Damp-Wipe surfaces with plain water or with water and detergent solution (except wood - use wood floor cleaner); scrub as needed. High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) vacuum after the material has been thoroughly dried. Dispose of contents of the HEPA vacuum area after it is dried. Upholstered furniture & drapes (10-100 sq ft) - ANSWER>>Wet vacuum (in case of porous materials, some mold spores/fragments will remain in the material but will not grow if the material is completely dried.) Steam cleaning may be an alternative for carpets and some upholstered furniture. High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) vacuum after the material has been thoroughly dried. Dispose of contents of the HEPA vacuum area after it is dried. Discard - Remove water damaged materials and seal in plastic bags while inside of containment, if present. Dispose of as normal waste, HEPA vacuum area after it has dried.

Wallboard (Drywall & Gypsum board) (10-100 sq ft) - ANSWER>>High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) vacuum after the material has been thoroughly dried. Dispose of contents of the HEPA vacuum area after it is dried. Discard - Remove water damaged materials and seal in plastic bags while inside of containment, if present. Dispose of as normal waste, HEPA vacuum area after it has dried. Wood surfaces (10-100 sq ft) - ANSWER>>Wet vacuum (in case of porous materials, some mold spores/fragments will remain in the material but will not grow if the material is completely dried.) Steam cleaning may be an alternative for carpets and some upholstered furniture. Damp-Wipe surfaces with plain water or with water and detergent solution (except wood - use wood floor cleaner); scrub as needed. High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) vacuum after the material has been thoroughly dried. Dispose of contents of the HEPA vacuum area after it is dried. Books & Papers (more than 100 sq ft) - ANSWER>>High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) vacuum after the material has been thoroughly dried. Dispose of contents of the HEPA vacuum area after it is dried. Carpet &backing (more than 100 sq ft) - ANSWER>>Wet vacuum (in case of porous materials, some mold spores/fragments will remain in the material but will not grow if the material is completely dried.) Steam cleaning may be an alternative for carpets and some upholstered furniture. High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) vacuum after the material has been thoroughly dried. Dispose of contents of the HEPA vacuum area after it is dried. Discard - Remove water damaged materials and seal in plastic bags while inside of containment, if present. Dispose of as normal waste, HEPA vacuum area after it has dried. Concrete & Cinder Block (more than 100 sq ft) - ANSWER>>Wet vacuum (in case of porous materials, some mold spores/fragments will remain in the material but will not grow if the material is completely dried.) Steam cleaning may be an alternative for carpets and some upholstered furniture. High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) vacuum after the material has been thoroughly dried. Dispose of contents of the HEPA vacuum area after it is dried. Hard Surface, porous flooring (more than 100 sq ft) (Linoleum, ceramic tile, vinyl) - ANSWER>>Wet vacuum (in case of porous materials, some mold spores/fragments will remain in the material but will not grow if the material is completely dried.) Steam cleaning may be an alternative for carpets and some upholstered furniture. Damp-Wipe surfaces with plain water or with water and detergent solution (except wood - use wood floor cleaner); scrub as needed.

High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) vacuum after the material has been thoroughly dried. Dispose of contents of the HEPA vacuum area after it is dried. Discard - Remove water damaged materials and seal in plastic bags while inside of containment, if present. Dispose of as normal waste, HEPA vacuum area after it has dried. Non-porous, Hard-surfaces (more than 100 sq ft) (Plastics, Metals) - ANSWER>>Wet vacuum (in case of porous materials, some mold spores/fragments will remain in the material but will not grow if the material is completely dried.) Steam cleaning may be an alternative for carpets and some upholstered furniture. Damp-Wipe surfaces with plain water or with water and detergent solution (except wood - use wood floor cleaner); scrub as needed. High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) vacuum after the material has been thoroughly dried. Dispose of contents of the HEPA vacuum area after it is dried. Upholstered furniture & drapes (more than 100 sq ft) - ANSWER>>Wet vacuum (in case of porous materials, some mold spores/fragments will remain in the material but will not grow if the material is completely dried.) Steam cleaning may be an alternative for carpets and some upholstered furniture. High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) vacuum after the material has been thoroughly dried. Dispose of contents of the HEPA vacuum area after it is dried. Discard - Remove water damaged materials and seal in plastic bags while inside of containment, if present. Dispose of as normal waste, HEPA vacuum area after it has dried. Wallboard (Drywall & Gypsum board) (more than 100 sq ft) - ANSWER>>High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) vacuum after the material has been thoroughly dried. Dispose of contents of the HEPA vacuum area after it is dried. Discard - Remove water damaged materials and seal in plastic bags while inside of containment, if present. Dispose of as normal waste, HEPA vacuum area after it has dried. Wood surfaces (more than 100 sq ft) - ANSWER>>Wet vacuum (in case of porous materials, some mold spores/fragments will remain in the material but will not grow if the material is completely dried.) Steam cleaning may be an alternative for carpets and some upholstered furniture. Damp-Wipe surfaces with plain water or with water and detergent solution (except wood - use wood floor cleaner); scrub as needed. High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) vacuum after the material has been thoroughly dried. Dispose of contents of the HEPA vacuum area after it is dried. Discard - Remove water damaged materials and seal in plastic bags while inside of containment, if present. Dispose of as normal waste, HEPA vacuum area after it has dried.