Texas Mold Remediation Contractor
Exam Study Guide
TDLR -answer Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
Project records retention period -answer 3 years
Contiguous square feet requiring licensed contractor -answer 25 square feet
Certificate of Mold Damage Remediation (CMDR) -answer Verifies that a remediation
project has met clearance criteria.
Key elements of a remediation work plan -answer Remediation methods,
containment strategy, schedule, and documentation procedures.
Texas Mold Assessment and Remediation Rules (TMARR) -answer The set of rules
under which mold remediation contractors in Texas are regulated.
Critical first step in mold remediation -answer Identify and correct the source of
moisture.
Licensees required to maintain a physical office in Texas -answer Mold assessment
technicians, assessment consultants, remediation contractors, remediation companies, and
mold analysis laboratories.
Minimum commercial general liability insurance required -answer $1,000,000 per
occurrence.
,Allowed exam attempts for mold remediation contractor applicant -answer 3
attempts (one initial plus two retakes).
Timeframe to take the state exam after training -answer 6 months.
Minimum training hours required for the mold remediation contractor course -answer
40 hours.
Requirement after failing all three exam attempts -answer Retake the approved
training course.
Administering body of the state licensing exam -answer TDLR's designated exam
vendor (typically PSI).
Minimum passing score on the state exam -answer 70% correct.
Publication detailing exam format and licensing requirements -answer The Candidate
Information Bulletin.
Completion of training -answer A requirement for licensure along with a criminal
background check, meeting education/experience requirements, and proof of insurance.
Criminal background check -answer A requirement for licensure along with
completion of training, meeting education/experience requirements, and proof of insurance.
Education/experience requirements -answer A requirement for licensure along with
completion of training, a criminal background check, and proof of insurance.
,Proof of insurance -answer A requirement for licensure along with completion of
training, a criminal background check, and meeting education/experience requirements.
Mold remediation workers licensing in Texas -answer No; they are registered rather
than licensed.
Conflict of interest in mold assessment and remediation -answer Prohibited to
prevent conflicts of interest.
TDLR -answer Part of the executive branch of Texas state government.
Toxic black mold -answer Commonly referred to as Stachybotrys chartarum.
Primary factor promoting indoor mold growth -answer Moisture and high humidity.
Health effects of mold exposure -answer Respiratory issues, allergic reactions, and
skin irritation (all of the above).
Size of mold spores -answer Microscopic.
Indoor relative humidity level to minimize mold growth -answer Below 50%.
Purpose of laboratory analysis in mold identification -answer To determine the
species and concentration of mold.
, Effect of proper ventilation on mold growth -answer It reduces moisture buildup and
disperses spores.
Most prone building material to mold growth -answer Porous materials (e.g., drywall,
insulation).
Main purpose of a visual mold assessment -answer To determine the presence,
extent, and location of mold.
Influence of water leaks on mold development -answer They provide the necessary
moisture for mold to grow.
Common source of mold distribution in buildings -answer HVAC systems.
Effect of proper insulation on mold prevention -answer It reduces condensation on
surfaces.
Measurement of airborne mold spores -answer Using a particle counter or air
sampler.
Primary goal when sampling mold in a building -answer To assess contamination
levels and identify areas needing remediation.
Most vulnerable group to mold exposure effects -answer People with asthma,
allergies, or compromised immune systems.
Common method to collect surface samples of mold -answer Tape lift sampling.
Exam Study Guide
TDLR -answer Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
Project records retention period -answer 3 years
Contiguous square feet requiring licensed contractor -answer 25 square feet
Certificate of Mold Damage Remediation (CMDR) -answer Verifies that a remediation
project has met clearance criteria.
Key elements of a remediation work plan -answer Remediation methods,
containment strategy, schedule, and documentation procedures.
Texas Mold Assessment and Remediation Rules (TMARR) -answer The set of rules
under which mold remediation contractors in Texas are regulated.
Critical first step in mold remediation -answer Identify and correct the source of
moisture.
Licensees required to maintain a physical office in Texas -answer Mold assessment
technicians, assessment consultants, remediation contractors, remediation companies, and
mold analysis laboratories.
Minimum commercial general liability insurance required -answer $1,000,000 per
occurrence.
,Allowed exam attempts for mold remediation contractor applicant -answer 3
attempts (one initial plus two retakes).
Timeframe to take the state exam after training -answer 6 months.
Minimum training hours required for the mold remediation contractor course -answer
40 hours.
Requirement after failing all three exam attempts -answer Retake the approved
training course.
Administering body of the state licensing exam -answer TDLR's designated exam
vendor (typically PSI).
Minimum passing score on the state exam -answer 70% correct.
Publication detailing exam format and licensing requirements -answer The Candidate
Information Bulletin.
Completion of training -answer A requirement for licensure along with a criminal
background check, meeting education/experience requirements, and proof of insurance.
Criminal background check -answer A requirement for licensure along with
completion of training, meeting education/experience requirements, and proof of insurance.
Education/experience requirements -answer A requirement for licensure along with
completion of training, a criminal background check, and proof of insurance.
,Proof of insurance -answer A requirement for licensure along with completion of
training, a criminal background check, and meeting education/experience requirements.
Mold remediation workers licensing in Texas -answer No; they are registered rather
than licensed.
Conflict of interest in mold assessment and remediation -answer Prohibited to
prevent conflicts of interest.
TDLR -answer Part of the executive branch of Texas state government.
Toxic black mold -answer Commonly referred to as Stachybotrys chartarum.
Primary factor promoting indoor mold growth -answer Moisture and high humidity.
Health effects of mold exposure -answer Respiratory issues, allergic reactions, and
skin irritation (all of the above).
Size of mold spores -answer Microscopic.
Indoor relative humidity level to minimize mold growth -answer Below 50%.
Purpose of laboratory analysis in mold identification -answer To determine the
species and concentration of mold.
, Effect of proper ventilation on mold growth -answer It reduces moisture buildup and
disperses spores.
Most prone building material to mold growth -answer Porous materials (e.g., drywall,
insulation).
Main purpose of a visual mold assessment -answer To determine the presence,
extent, and location of mold.
Influence of water leaks on mold development -answer They provide the necessary
moisture for mold to grow.
Common source of mold distribution in buildings -answer HVAC systems.
Effect of proper insulation on mold prevention -answer It reduces condensation on
surfaces.
Measurement of airborne mold spores -answer Using a particle counter or air
sampler.
Primary goal when sampling mold in a building -answer To assess contamination
levels and identify areas needing remediation.
Most vulnerable group to mold exposure effects -answer People with asthma,
allergies, or compromised immune systems.
Common method to collect surface samples of mold -answer Tape lift sampling.
