Mold Remediation Procedures
Mold remediation and decontamination are based on five principles:
Protect the health of occupants and workers
Document conditions and work
Control source of contamination
Remove the contamination
Fix the moisture problem
A variety of methods are available to remediate damage to buildings and furnishings caused by moisture-control problems and mold. The procedures selected depend on the size of the moldy area and the type of contaminated materials. Budget may also be a concern. The methods presented in this section outline one approach; some professionals may prefer to use other methods. If possible, remediation activities should be scheduled during off-hours, when building occupants are less likely to be affected.
First thing The water leak or source should be fixed or removed.
Cleanup methods may include:
Wet Vacuum
Wet, or water-extraction, vacuums are designed to collect water. They can be used to remove water that has accumulated on floors, carpets, and hard surfaces. Wet vacuums should be used only when materials are still wet, otherwise they may spread mold spores. Wet vacuums alone will not dry carpets. Wet carpets must be pulled up and dried, then reinstalled. The carpet padding also must be dried. The tanks, hoses, and attachments of wet vacuums should be thoroughly cleaned and dried after use because mold and mold spores may stick to their surfaces.
Damp Wipe
Mold can generally be removed from hard surfaces by wiping or scrubbing with water and Moldstat. Always follow the cleaning instructions on product labels. Surfaces cleaned by damp wiping should be dried quickly and thoroughly to discourage further mold growth. Porous materials that are wet and have mold growing on them may have to be discarded. Because mold will infiltrate porous substances and grow on or fill in empty spaces or crevices, completely removing mold can be difficult, if not impossible. Mold can also cause staining and other cosmetic damage.
HEPA Vacuum
High-Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) vacuums are recommended for the final clean up of remediation areas after materials have been thoroughly dried and contaminated materials have been removed. HEPA vacuums are also recommended for cleaning up dust that has settled outside the remediation area. When changing the vacuum filter, workers should wear PPE to prevent exposure to mold that has been captured in the vacuum. The filter and contents of the HEPA vacuum must be disposed of in well-sealed plastic bags. Care must be taken to ensure that the new filter is properly seated on the vacuum so there are no leaks.
Throw Away Damaged Materials
Mold-contaminated building materials that cannot be salvaged should be double-bagged in 6-mil or thicker polyethylene bags. The bagged materials usually can be discarded as ordinary construction waste. Packaging mold-contaminated materials in sealed bags before removing them from the containment area is important to minimize the spread of mold spores throughout the building. Large items that have heavy mold growth should be covered with polyethylene sheeting and sealed with duct tape before being removed from the containment area.
5 Step For Chemical Procedure
STEP ONE:
A contaminated area can be contained with a single layer of
polyethylene sheeting and duct tape.
A slit should be made for entry.
A respirator, gloves, and goggles
should be used for protection.
STEP TWO:
A Hepa Vacuums should be used to remove water and dry non-replaceable or reusable materials.
All removed materials should be disposed according to state law.
STEP THREE:
Peroxy Kling should be used to decontaminate… Apply peroxy kling directy on mold and mildew. Allow Product to remain on treated area for 3-5 minutes. Rinse or whip Peroxy Kling off. For Heavily Contaminated Areas light scrubbing may be required. Allow area to dry before proceeding to the next step.
STEP FOUR:
Apply Moldstat Plus with a pump sprayer apply a level coat of solution, 6 -8 inches away from surface. Rub with a brush, sponge or cloth. Do not breathe spray mist.
STEP FIVE:
Mold Resistant
Coating and Encapsulator
Pump spray the Encapuslator on all areas around and on the affect area. This Encapsulator is a EPA registered fungicide that is UV resistant and ready to use. This prevents water and mold from penetrating new and old materials. Contains a vanishing tracer dye to indicate coverage.
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(photo, Terry Brennan)
