WRT EXAM
Category 1
This category of water loss does not normally pose a threat to people
Refrigerant
A type of dehumidifier that is excellent for removing surface water from porous
materials in HIGHER temperatures and humidity.
Independent Third Party
Should be considered when there are high-risk occupants
Category 3
In some situations to avoid liability stopping work is acceptable, when the insured
and/or the insurance rep. insist on saving Cat. 3 Carpet and Pad
Biocidal Application
,Obtaining product use authorization forms and provide the building occupants with
M.S.D.S forms may be part of the initial before Biocidal Application.
Sanitary sewage system
Can be used for disposal of extracted wastewater from a sewage damaged structure
Negative Air Pressure
Should be considered when encountering crawlspaces contaminated with sewage
Sewage Backup
Most important consideration when encountering a building space when exposed to
sewage backup is the health of technicians and building occupants
Immunizations
Consult a physician after being exposed to water damage conditions
Extremely High Humidity
Creates a rise in moisture content especially in hardwood furniture. This may result
in swelling across the hardwood grain.
, High Value Rugs
Contaminated w/ Category 3 water can be cleaned. It would be immersed in a
suitable biocide, re-cleaned, and then dried followed by testing
Biocides
Always vacate general affected areas before using
Overheating
Blocking the inlet of a carpet dryer can cause a risk of fire.
Refrigerant dehumidifier
Most Common type of dehumidifier in the restoration industry
Dry Standard/ Drying Goal
When moisture detection devices confirm that materials are dry.
Category 1
This category of water loss does not normally pose a threat to people
Refrigerant
A type of dehumidifier that is excellent for removing surface water from porous
materials in HIGHER temperatures and humidity.
Independent Third Party
Should be considered when there are high-risk occupants
Category 3
In some situations to avoid liability stopping work is acceptable, when the insured
and/or the insurance rep. insist on saving Cat. 3 Carpet and Pad
Biocidal Application
,Obtaining product use authorization forms and provide the building occupants with
M.S.D.S forms may be part of the initial before Biocidal Application.
Sanitary sewage system
Can be used for disposal of extracted wastewater from a sewage damaged structure
Negative Air Pressure
Should be considered when encountering crawlspaces contaminated with sewage
Sewage Backup
Most important consideration when encountering a building space when exposed to
sewage backup is the health of technicians and building occupants
Immunizations
Consult a physician after being exposed to water damage conditions
Extremely High Humidity
Creates a rise in moisture content especially in hardwood furniture. This may result
in swelling across the hardwood grain.
, High Value Rugs
Contaminated w/ Category 3 water can be cleaned. It would be immersed in a
suitable biocide, re-cleaned, and then dried followed by testing
Biocides
Always vacate general affected areas before using
Overheating
Blocking the inlet of a carpet dryer can cause a risk of fire.
Refrigerant dehumidifier
Most Common type of dehumidifier in the restoration industry
Dry Standard/ Drying Goal
When moisture detection devices confirm that materials are dry.
