building moisture News
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Biological Contaminants Found in Mid-Atlantic Homes & Offices
The Mid-Atlantic region of the United States has been hit with heavy rains and flooding during the end of the winter season. Whenever there is elevated moisture or humidity levels, concerns over biological contaminants in the home or workplace become a serious issue. Fortunately there are ways to minimize exposure to biological contaminants in buildings. For example, install and use ...
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Mid-Atlantic IAQ Expert Identifies Microbial Toxins in Indoor Environments
For many people who have been unfortunate to discover mold in their homes, school or office they often think of allergies and asthma. Few people realize that many types of mold can also produce powerful toxins known as mycotoxins. In fact, more than 200 mycotoxins have been identified from common molds, and many more will likely be discovered. A mycotoxin is a toxic secondary metabolite ...
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Federal Publication Provides Tips to Help Control Occupational Exposure to Mold after a Disaster
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Occupational and Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) released a document to help workers and employers deal with mold issues. The publication, Mold: Worker and Employer Guide to Hazards and Recommended Controls, summarizes basic procedures for mold ...
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AIHA Position Statement Supports Effective Remediation of Mold
Last month, the American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA), which represents approximately 10,000 members, released a position statement on mold and dampness in the built environment. This highly anticipated document provides important information regarding mold, indoor air quality (IAQ), and moisture in buildings. The AIHA Position Statement reports, “…the position of AIHA ...
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Moisture Testing Identifies Building Problems and Microbial Growth
Millions of Americans suffer from allergies and asthma. One of the common culprits that cause allergies and can trigger asthma attacks is mold. Although mold is all around us and is a natural part of the environment, elevated levels of mold in indoor environments can cause health concerns. Typically if an indoor environment is suffering from elevated mold levels it is due to mold growing ...
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NIOSH Tools to Help Identify Dampness and Mold in Buildings and Schools
Last December the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) announced it had developed a Dampness and Mold Assessment Tool for General Buildings and another focused on schools. The two new documents are meant to provide a mechanism to investigate, record, and compare indoor conditions over time, as well help to prioritize remediation of problem areas. In announcing the ...
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Illinois IAQ Consultant Helps Identify Microbial Toxins in People’s Homes
Mold contamination in an indoor environment can result from flooding, plumbing leaks, elevated humidity levels and due to water incursions from rain. When people discover water damage in their properties they need to be aware that mold can begin to grow in as short as 24 hours in many circumstances. Many people are aware that elevated levels of mold in indoor environments can lead to ...
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Molds that May Produce Mycotoxins Identified with Home Test Kit
Many types of mold commonly found growing in wet and damp indoor environments are capable of producing microbial toxins known as mycotoxins. A mycotoxin is a toxic secondary metabolite produced by some types of fungi. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), “More than 200 mycotoxins have been identified from common molds, and many more remain to be identified. Some ...
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Humidifiers & Indoor Air Quality Discussed in New Online Video
Today, the IAQ Video Network and Cochrane & Associates announced the release of another online video to help educate people about issues that may impact their health. Their latest educational video discusses the use of humidifiers and how they can impact the indoor air quality of a home. Humidifiers are often used in homes to relieve the physical discomforts brought on by dry air. The ...
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Improve Indoor Air Quality by Identifying Areas of Mold Contamination
Molds are found in virtually every environment, both indoors and outdoors. Although fungus and fungi are the more accurate scientific terms, "mold" and "mildew" are the non-technical names that are most commonly used to refer to any fungus that is found indoors. Molds originate from the outdoors and are typically brought indoors through open doors and windows; by pets, and shoes and clothing; ...
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Los Conchas Wildfire in New Mexico Burns 100 Structures and Causes Extensive Smoke Damage
The Las Conchas wildfire in New Mexico has already burnt over 100,000 acres and destroyed more than 100 buildings. Although the wildfire is only 27% contained the threat to nearby Los Alamos appears to be primarily over. The fire had caused the evacuation of thousands of Los Alamos area residents last week and closed down the Los Alamos National Laboratory and area hospital, the Los Alamos ...
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