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Mold Remediation Standard
5/8/2018 (Permalink)
SERVPRO of Athens technicians can assist you with mold remediation. Our technicians follow the IICRC S520 Mold Remediation Standard. There are five principles to this standard:
- Principle 1- Provide for Health and Safety. We protect the health of our technicians and the occupants of the structure.
- Principle 2- Document Conditions and Processes. SERVPRO of Athens documents and records all services that are completed including monitoring of any equipment placed.
- Principle 3- Control the Mold Contaminant at its Source. Our technicians use specialty equipment and containment to keep the mold from contaminating other areas of the structure.
- Principle 4- Remove Contamination. If the mold has grown beyond normal levels it may be necessary to remove the contamination completely by physically removing the contaminated surfaces, vacuuming excessive spores into HEPA filters, and/or wiping soiled surfaces with detergent cleaning products.
- Principle 5- Correct the Moisture Problem. Stop the source of moisture that contributed to the mold growth. If a building continues to have moisture problems, even the best cleanup efforts will not stop the mold from returning.
SERVPRO of Athens professionals communicate with your adjuster and IAQ (Indoor Air Quality) professionals. The IAQ will perform initial testing and clearance testing in order to make sure the mold has been restored to a safe level.