Mold in the Workplace
Credits: 1 PDH
PDH Course Description:
Concern about indoor exposure to mold has increased along with public awareness that exposure to mold can cause a variety of health effects and symptoms, including allergic reactions. This safety and health information bulletin provides recommendations for the prevention of mold growth and describes measures designed to protect the health of building occupants and workers involved in mold cleanup and prevention. This bulletin is directed primarily at building managers, custodians, and others responsible for building maintenance, but may also be used as a introductory reference for professional engineers involved in mold remediation.Topics:
- Introduction to Mold issues
- Mold Basics
- Health Effects
- Mold Prevention
- Questions to determine if Mold Issues Exist
- Remediation Plans
- Mold Remediation and cleanup Methods
- Proper Disposal of Contaminated Materials
- Use of Biocides
- Mold Remediation Guidelines
- Level I: Small Isolated Areas
- Level II: Mid-sized Isolated Areas
- Level III: Large Isolated Areas
- Level IV: Extensive Contamination
- (PPE) Personal Protective Equipment
- Sampling for Mold
- Remediation Equipment
To take this course:
1.) Enroll in Course: Click below to enroll:
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Download the Study Guide
3.) Test: Once you've thoroughly read the course materials, please click below to take the final examination.
Take the final exam
4.) Certificate: A passing grade of 70% or higher on the exam, is required to receive the certificate of completion for this PDH course.
NOTE: After the exam is completed, you will need to return to this page, in order to print (download) the certificate of completion.
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Publication Source: Dept. of Labor (OSHA)
Print the Certificate of Completion
Publication Source: Dept. of Labor (OSHA)
Harlan Bengtson PhD, PE