Indoor Air Quality / Mold Remediation
In the past 10 years, our customers have increasingly expressed concerns with indoor air quality (IAQ), and they have asked for our assistance. They want to assure their customers and employees that their indoor air is healthy.
Indoor air quality attention frequently draws a focus on mold. The presence of mold has become a major environmental challenge in indoor environments where prolonged exposure can lead to serious health conditions in humans. Water intrusion into a building, where it is not expected or desirable brings a real potential for mold growth. The incidence of water may be from faulty or deteriorating construction elements (i.e., roof leaks, plumbing failure, poorly-graded property) or defective equipment (i.e., air-conditioner or ice-maker leaks).
Proper treatment and removal of mold hazards requires the careful attention of trained personnel utilizing specific practices, precautions and protective equipment, which effectively minimize any cross-contamination with non-infected areas. Our mold remediation practices meet the highest standards following the guidelines as set forth by ANSI/IICRC S500. (Revised 2006), the New York City guidelines (Revised November 2008), EPA mold remediation in schools and commercial buildings (March 2001), and including the following steps:
- We strongly recommend a preliminary survey and scope of work be developed by a third party mold trained and certified industrial hygienist
- Pre and post visual documentation, photo or video of the project, as required
- Thorough isolation and containment of the infected areas
- Negative air-flow equipment to minimize mold in the air
- Complete removal of the mold contaminated materials
- Proper packaging and disposal of the removed debris
- Optional cleaning of air conditioning duct space, drip pan and coil-Heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) units and associated ductwork are a prime breeding ground for bio-contaminants and mold, lack of maintenance promotes their growth
- Verification of cleanliness and post remediation air samples by a 3rd party mold trained and certified industrial hygienist
BRICKLEY ENVIRONMENTAL works in close cooperation with building inspectors, hygiene specialists and appropriate building evaluation authorities to restore the indoor air quality to a healthy and habitable condition.
BRICKLEY ENVIRONMENTAL is committed to keeping our personnel informed and trained with all the latest information and mold remediation procedures. BRICKLEY ENVIRIONMENTAL maintains certification and member status in several industry organizations including:
Indoor
Air Quality Association, (IAQA) who is dedicated to promoting the exchange of
indoor environmental information, through education and research, for the safety
and well being of the general public. IAQA certifications promote uniform
standards, procedures and protocols in the Indoor Air Quality industry. Those
who obtain IAQA training and earn AmIAQ (The American Indoor Air Quality
Council) certifications have demonstrated experience, education, and knowledge
in their respective skill.
The
Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification
(IICRC) has served as the Industry Guardian for the cleaning,
inspection and restoration service industries for more than 30
years. As a non-profit certification organization, the IICRC helps
ensure that customers have access to trusted and trained cleaning
professionals by establishing and monitoring certification programs
and standards for these industries.
To qualify for IICRC-Certified Firm status businesses must demonstrate proof of insurance, maintain a written customer complaint policy with documented follow-up and provide ongoing education and training leading to certification for all technicians. IICRC Certified Firms are also required to abide by the IICRC Code of Ethics.
Certifications Held: Health and Safety Technician, Applied Microbial Remediation Specialist
Although many firms are available today to help find solutions to IAQ problems, in most parts of the country the IAQ industry is not regulated. Therefore, it is important to make sure that you utilize a qualified professional.