Mold Remediation in Schools and Commercial Buildings Guide: Chapter 6

Checklist for Mold Remediation

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

Note type of water-damaged materials (wallboard, carpet, etc.)

Check inside air ducts and air handling unit

Throughout process, consult qualified professional if necessary or desired

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Communicate with Building Occupants at all Stages of Process, as appropriate

Designate contact person for questions and comments about medium or large scale remediation as needed

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. See text and Table 1

Select cleanup methods for moldy items. See text and Table 2

Select Personal Protection Equipment - protect remediators. See text and Table 2

Select containment equipment - protect building, occupants. See text and Table 2

Select remediation personnel who have the experience and training needed to implement the remediation plan and use Personal Protective 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 mold materials. See text and Table 2

Discard moldy porous items that can't be cleaned. See text and Table 2