IICRC – WRT TEST QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

A first priority on every water loss is to conduct a - Answer- Hazard and risk assessment All technicians required to wear respiratory protection must be: - Answer- Trained, Fitted for mask and evaluated medically. Two hazardous materials commonly found in older structures are - Answer- Lead and Asbestos Water damage restoration work never begins without a signed - Answer- work authorization To minimize damage to building materials and contents, restorers should perform _______________________________________ as part of the preliminary inspection. - Answer- Loss mitigation services When pre-existing damage is discovered, technicians should ___________________ and ____________________ to all materially interested parties. - Answer- document and communicate Technicians should always use a _______________________ and a _______________________ to disengage carpet from the tackless strip. - Answer- knee kicked and carpet awl The primary reasons for carpet delimitations are: - Answer- Damage due to water Folding of wet carpet during pad removal Over aggressive extraction Dragging heavy items Alot of foot traffic Improper install Pet urine Secondary damage is most prevalent in ___________________ materials. - Answer- Hygroscopic Above __________% RH supports microbial growth and secondary damage can occur in hygroscopic materials. - Answer- 60% Category _____ water originated from a sanitary source and does not pose substantial risk to humans. - Answer- 1 Category ____ water contains significant contamination and has the potential to cause discomfort or sickness if contacted or consumed by humans - Answer- 2