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Shall means - mandatory due to natural law or regulatory requirement, standard of care.
Should means - component of the accepted standard of care but not mandatory
Recommend means - advised or suggested, but not a component of the standard of care.
May means - signifies permission, but not a component of the standard of care.
Can means - ability of possibility but is not a component of the standard of care.
The first concern of restorers on a project is - the health and safety of workers and
occupants.
Why is rapid response so important - Limits damage and reduces drying time.
Mitigation in water damage restoration is defined as reducing the overall cost and scope of
repairs needed - True
Attempting to identify safety issues should begin as soon as - the inspection process
You find sagging ceilings that are heavy and saturated with water. What should you do? -
drain the water, remove the saturated drywall and dispose of it.
When water is evaporating and leaving the surface, the surface - cools
Air movers help primarily by increasing - the rate of evaporation
PPE is required by regulation, so it shall be used according to the S500. - True
IR cameras help find water that is evaporating because the surface is - cooler
Other than extraction, what has the most effect on drying time? - the rate of evaporation
What air temperature range is ideal for LGR dehumidifiers? - 70-90F
This course is designed as a comprehensive safety course. - False
For safety, air movers shall be equipped with a - grounded plug
Name 3 components of a Respiratory Protection Program. - Medical evaluation
Fit testing
, Proper training
If you are cleaning up a sewer damaged project, at a minimum what PPE should be worn? -
Full face respirator, water resistant suit and
Waterproof gloves and boots
This course is designed to teach you how to identify and handle hazardous materials -
False
Name 2 hazardous materials that are more likely to be found in older buildings - Lead and
Asbestos
What organization has safety and health courses specifically tailored to the restoration industry?
- IICRC
According to the Hierarchy of Controls, what is the least effective approach? - PPE
What is an IEP - Indoor Environmental Professional
What begins at 20% wood moisture content or above? - Wood rot fungi
What can begin at 16% wood moisture content? - Non-destructive mold growth
Name 2 reasons why we should begin remediation as soon as possible? - Reduce
microbial growth and reduce damage.
Our first concern on a water damaged project is getting the water stopped. - False
When you find mold on a water project, what are 3 things you should do? - Put on
appropriate PPE
Install barriers or containment
Install ventilation
If you find mold growth, what equipment would you not install? - Air movers
What category of water is from a sanitary source and not likely to make you sick? - Cat 1
What category of water contains significant contamination and can make you sick? - Cat 2
When should a restorer consider bringing in an IEP on a Cat 2 or Cat 3 water intrusion? -
Where there are high risk individuals or situations