Mold Removal Information

The Clean Trust offers Mold Remediation Certification

2012-02-02T20:46:00.000-08:00

The former IICRC now known as The Clean Trust announces the new addition of the exam for service providers in the mold removal industry. The Mold Removal Specialist (MRS) helps to certify individuals with the proper licensing requirements within each state; ensuring that contractors meet the minimum standards. The creation of this new certification is designed to provide a greater level of accountability for remediation contractors and test the size or depth of this new certification system that exist today.

The certification (MRS) exam is an addition to the already established Applied Microbial Restoration Technician (AMRT) exam and includes the following changes:

There are no continuing education requirements following successful completion of the MRS, only an annual renewal fee and re-certification every five years.
The exam will be completed at a testing center located closest to the exam taker, cutting down on expensive travel requirements.
There are no training pre-requisites required to take the exam, although such procedures are highly recommended.
This is the first Clean Trust exam not associated with a specific Clean Trust training course. http://www.prweb.com/releases/2012/2/prweb9158481.htm

“As the IICRC seeks to be the leading, independent, non-profit certification and standard setting body within the industry, it is important that we remain proactive throughout all new regulation and legislation changes, such as in the mold remediation industry,” said Paul Pearce, IICRC Chairman Of The Board.

Even though the new certification indicates that the candidate has developed the necessary skills necessary to perform mold remediation in homes, schools and commercial buildings it certainly does not guarantee that your contractor will use the most up to date technology if Continuing Education units are not required.

Should they come about, re-certification every five years may pose a limit on the information passed to the certification system if contractors are do not revisit or learn about the new technologies involved in their trade. Similar certification systems have been established for mold inspection companies through the national organizations known as the IAQA and the ACAC.

The practice and protocols developed for the mold remediation process follows the industry standards, legal requirements for each candidate. It will stress the importance of per-requisites and basic knowledge of recognizing mold growth conditions. T "They will be able to design and maintain containments, control pressure differentials, and safely work in and around mold infested environments."

If "The Clean Trust", the governing body for the water damage industry, fire restoration and mold remediation.

IICRC Changes name to "The Clean Trust"

2011-11-20T20:59:00.000-08:00

Mold Removal & Remediations-Los Angeles, CA

The Clean Trust will still maintain the standards of the The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC).

The announcement of the recent name change to The Clean Trust will allow for a new name, more updated, and new branding campaigns will be rolled out in the coming year.

"The Clean Trust lets people know exactly what we do, in a business-like, technical, professional way. We train. We set the standards. We certify. We vouch for a technician's ability and professionalism and thereby ease our customer's worries and concerns," said Paul Pearce, The Clean Trust Chairman.

If you are a restoration professional or a mold inspector these are important facts to illustrate in your marketing materials, website and to your customers.
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BBB reports Mold, Mildew call Increase

2011-09-29T15:54:00.000-07:00

September 28, 2011 (Press Release) Recent reports from the BBB Better Business Bureau indicate that the number of incoming calls has spiked in northern Illinois after the recent flooding.

Mold will grow on any kind of wood, carpet, or paper as a source of food. According to the EPA E(Environmental Protection Agency) Mold Guide,Read more »

IAQA LOS ANGELES CHAPTER Friday, July 29, 2011

2011-08-21T16:46:00.000-07:00

Evaluating Wildfire Smoke and Soot
Meet Your Government Agency Representatives
Overview of Respiratory Protection Training

Overview of Respiratory Protection Training
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The Law Protects Homeowners against Mold Remval Cons

2011-08-14T17:13:00.000-07:00

Florida's warm, humid climate is the perfect setup for mold to grow in our homes. Roughly 1,000 strains of household mold, Strachybotrys chartarum, commonly called "black" or "toxic" mold have been identified. Many types of mold cause such health problems as sneezing, itching and wheezing and even trigger asthma attacks.Read more »

What will mold remediation cost $$$$

2011-07-20T15:21:00.000-07:00

Find out more about the cost of mold remediation.

Step 1. Determine if you require a mold inspection.

Step 2. Call 1 or more remediation company for an estimate.

Step 3. Compare Mold Remediation Estimates

Step 4. Hire your selected Mold Remediation Contractor.

Step 5. Remove items from the workspace (or as recommended by the industrial hygienist)

Step 6. Mold Remediation Begins

Step 7. After Mold Remediation is complete allow machines to operate for 24-48 hours.

Step 8. Call a mold inspection company to test the controlled area after the mold remediation has been completed.

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