Mold Assessor Consultant Texas Exam
Questions and Correct Answers Updated
Question 1
Persons who are licensed, registered, or accredited under this subchapter shall:
a. Adhere to the Code of Ethics prescribed by this Rule
b. Present credentials to TDSHS personnel only with a subpoena
c. Maintain $10,000.00 insurance while engaging in regulated mold-related activities
d. Only cooperate with department personnel when convenient
e. Notify the department of changes in mailing address and telephone number only
when asked to do so
Correct Answer
a. Adhere to the Code of Ethics prescribed by this Rule
Question 2
According to the EPA's "Mold Remediation in Schools and Commercial Buildings",
within 48 hours of damage by clean water it is recommended that:
a. A carpet may be dried
b. Wallboard may be dried if there is no swelling
c. Cellulose insulation should be discarded
d. Window drapes must be discarded
e. A, B, and C above
Correct Answer
e. A, B, and C above
a. A carpet may be dried
b. Wallboard may be dried if there is no swelling
c. Cellulose insulation should be discarded
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,Question 3
Hypersensitivity pneumonitis is:
a. A Chronic lung disease with inflammatory disorder of the air passages
b. Also known as an allergic reaction
c. Always immediate
d. A rare, but serious immune related condition resembling bacterial pneumonia
e. Also known as Organic Dust Toxic Syndrome (ODTS)
Correct Answer
d. A rare, but serious immune related condition resembling bacterial pneumonia
Question 4
Which sampling method would you use to determine both viable and non-viable
mold concentrations in the air?
a. Air-O-Cell Cassette
b. Andersen Sampler
c. Tape lift
d. Surface swab
Correct Answer
a. Air-O-Cell Cassette
Question 5
An assessment consultant who determines that remediation has been successful shall
issue a written passed clearance report to the client at the conclusion of each mold
remediation project. The report should include which of the following:
a. A description of relevant worksite observations
b. The type and location of all measurements made and samples collected at the
worksite
c. The results of analytical evaluation of the samples collected at the worksite
d. A clear statement that the project has passed clearance
e. All of the above
Correct Answer
... The report should include which of the following:
e. All of the above
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,Question 6
According to Table 1 of the EPA's "Mold Remediation in Schools and Commercial
Buildings", if clean water damage has occurred within 24 - 48 hours, it is
recommended that cellulose insulation be:
a. Extraction vacuumed to remove excess water and further dried with fans
b. Discarded and replaced
c. Dried with dehumidifiers
d. Damp wiped with water and mild detergent and dried
Correct Answer
b. Discarded and replaced
Question 7
According to the Texas Mold Assessment and Remediation Rules, disinfectants,
biocides and antimicrobial coatings may be used:
a. Only when there is severe mold growth
b. Only when the department approves
c. Only when specified by the mold remediation protocol
d. Only when toxic mold is present
e. C. and D. above
Correct Answer
c. Only when specified by the mold remediation protocol
Question 8
According to the Texas Mold Assessment and Remediation Rules, the start date is
defined as:
a. The date the containment is built
b. The date after the containment is built
c. The date on which the actual remediation begins
d. The date the contract is signed by all parties
Correct Answer
c. The date on which the actual remediation begins
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, Question 9
According to the Texas Mold Assessment and Remediation Rules, which of the
following is licensed to prepare a mold remediation protocol, including the evaluation
and selection of appropriate methods, personal protective equipment (PPE),
engineering controls, project layout, post-remediation clearance evaluation methods
and criteria, and preparation of plans and specifications.
a. Mold assessment technician
b. Mold remediation contractor
c. Mold remediation worker
d. Mold assessment consultant
e. Mold analysis laboratory
Correct Answer
d. Mold assessment consultant
Question 10
According to the Texas Mold Assessment and Remediation Rules, indoor air is defined
as:
a. Any air inside a building that may come in contact with persons
b. Any air within the envelope of a building, including air spaces normally occupied by
persons in the building, including air in attics and crawl spaces that are vented to the
outside of the building
c. Any air within the envelope of a building, including air spaces normally occupied by
persons in the building, excluding air in attics and crawl spaces that are vented to the
outside of the building
d. Any air within the envelope of a building, excluding air spaces normally occupied
by persons in the building, including air in attics and crawl spaces that are vented to
the outside of the building
Correct Answer
c. Any air within the envelope of a building, including air spaces normally occupied
by persons in the building, excluding air in attics and crawl spaces that are vented
to the outside of the building
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Questions and Correct Answers Updated
Question 1
Persons who are licensed, registered, or accredited under this subchapter shall:
a. Adhere to the Code of Ethics prescribed by this Rule
b. Present credentials to TDSHS personnel only with a subpoena
c. Maintain $10,000.00 insurance while engaging in regulated mold-related activities
d. Only cooperate with department personnel when convenient
e. Notify the department of changes in mailing address and telephone number only
when asked to do so
Correct Answer
a. Adhere to the Code of Ethics prescribed by this Rule
Question 2
According to the EPA's "Mold Remediation in Schools and Commercial Buildings",
within 48 hours of damage by clean water it is recommended that:
a. A carpet may be dried
b. Wallboard may be dried if there is no swelling
c. Cellulose insulation should be discarded
d. Window drapes must be discarded
e. A, B, and C above
Correct Answer
e. A, B, and C above
a. A carpet may be dried
b. Wallboard may be dried if there is no swelling
c. Cellulose insulation should be discarded
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,Question 3
Hypersensitivity pneumonitis is:
a. A Chronic lung disease with inflammatory disorder of the air passages
b. Also known as an allergic reaction
c. Always immediate
d. A rare, but serious immune related condition resembling bacterial pneumonia
e. Also known as Organic Dust Toxic Syndrome (ODTS)
Correct Answer
d. A rare, but serious immune related condition resembling bacterial pneumonia
Question 4
Which sampling method would you use to determine both viable and non-viable
mold concentrations in the air?
a. Air-O-Cell Cassette
b. Andersen Sampler
c. Tape lift
d. Surface swab
Correct Answer
a. Air-O-Cell Cassette
Question 5
An assessment consultant who determines that remediation has been successful shall
issue a written passed clearance report to the client at the conclusion of each mold
remediation project. The report should include which of the following:
a. A description of relevant worksite observations
b. The type and location of all measurements made and samples collected at the
worksite
c. The results of analytical evaluation of the samples collected at the worksite
d. A clear statement that the project has passed clearance
e. All of the above
Correct Answer
... The report should include which of the following:
e. All of the above
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,Question 6
According to Table 1 of the EPA's "Mold Remediation in Schools and Commercial
Buildings", if clean water damage has occurred within 24 - 48 hours, it is
recommended that cellulose insulation be:
a. Extraction vacuumed to remove excess water and further dried with fans
b. Discarded and replaced
c. Dried with dehumidifiers
d. Damp wiped with water and mild detergent and dried
Correct Answer
b. Discarded and replaced
Question 7
According to the Texas Mold Assessment and Remediation Rules, disinfectants,
biocides and antimicrobial coatings may be used:
a. Only when there is severe mold growth
b. Only when the department approves
c. Only when specified by the mold remediation protocol
d. Only when toxic mold is present
e. C. and D. above
Correct Answer
c. Only when specified by the mold remediation protocol
Question 8
According to the Texas Mold Assessment and Remediation Rules, the start date is
defined as:
a. The date the containment is built
b. The date after the containment is built
c. The date on which the actual remediation begins
d. The date the contract is signed by all parties
Correct Answer
c. The date on which the actual remediation begins
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, Question 9
According to the Texas Mold Assessment and Remediation Rules, which of the
following is licensed to prepare a mold remediation protocol, including the evaluation
and selection of appropriate methods, personal protective equipment (PPE),
engineering controls, project layout, post-remediation clearance evaluation methods
and criteria, and preparation of plans and specifications.
a. Mold assessment technician
b. Mold remediation contractor
c. Mold remediation worker
d. Mold assessment consultant
e. Mold analysis laboratory
Correct Answer
d. Mold assessment consultant
Question 10
According to the Texas Mold Assessment and Remediation Rules, indoor air is defined
as:
a. Any air inside a building that may come in contact with persons
b. Any air within the envelope of a building, including air spaces normally occupied by
persons in the building, including air in attics and crawl spaces that are vented to the
outside of the building
c. Any air within the envelope of a building, including air spaces normally occupied by
persons in the building, excluding air in attics and crawl spaces that are vented to the
outside of the building
d. Any air within the envelope of a building, excluding air spaces normally occupied
by persons in the building, including air in attics and crawl spaces that are vented to
the outside of the building
Correct Answer
c. Any air within the envelope of a building, including air spaces normally occupied
by persons in the building, excluding air in attics and crawl spaces that are vented
to the outside of the building
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