Mold Remediation in Schools and Commercial Buildings
Investigate and evaluate moisture and mold problems
- Assess size of moldy area (square feet)
- Consider the possibility of hidden mold
- Clean up small mold problems and fix moisture problems before they become
- large problems
- Select remediation manager for medium or large size mold problem
- Investigate areas associated with occupant complaints
- Identify source(s) or cause of water or moisture problem(s)
- Note type of water-damaged materials (wallboard, carpet, etc.)
- Check inside air ducts and air handling unit
- Throughout process, consult qualified professional if necessary
Plan remediation
- Adapt or modify remediation guidelines to fit your situation; use professional
- judgment
- Plan to dry wet, non-moldy materials within 48 hours to prevent mold growth
- Select cleanup methods for moldy items
- Personal Protection Equipment – protect remediators containment equipment – protect building occupants
- Select remediation personnel who have the experience and training needed to implement the remediation plan and use Personal Protection Equipment and containment as appropriate
Remediate moisture and mold problems
- Fix moisture problem, implement repair plan and/or maintenance plan
- Dry wet, non-moldy materials within 48 hours to prevent mold growth
- Clean and dry moldy materials
- Discard moldy porous items that can’t be cleaned
- Please note that this checklist was designed to highlight key parts of a school or commercial building remediation and does not list all potential steps or problems.
