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IAQA and IAQ Training Institute (IAQTI) are proud to present the Mold Worker Training Course. The course was designed to be a short but intense 2-day program for front-line workers and group leaders working under the direction of a CMR. Upon successful completion, course students should be able to perform mold remediation activities under the supervision of a Certified Mold Remediator; set up, operate and maintain certain tools and equipment used on mold remediation projects; demonstrate ability to construct mold remediation containment structures; and, perform hands-on activities described in the course curriculum. The two-day course was approved by the Indoor Air Quality Association (IAQA) under its IAQAware™ program. IAQAware™ courses are educational programs that do not result in certifications that bestow a professional credential. However, after demonstrating mastery of the course materials, attendees do receive a certificate of completion acknowledging their commitment to advanced training and continuing education Day one of the Mold Remediation Technician course is a full day of classroom instruction divided into six sections. The first section addresses basic microbiology. Students gain an understanding of the historical references to mold contamination, are taught about the Kingdoms of Life, and learn the three things necessary for mold to actively colonize indoors. A health effects section teaches students to identify potential health effects associated with exposure to mold and understand the ways mold can enter the human body. A section on remediation of indoor environments enables students to summarize the general concepts about contaminant remediation, recall basic definitions with respect to contaminant remediation, and discuss critical concepts and key steps in mold remediation. Students are also taught to recognize and refer to EPA, ACGIH, NYC, IICRC and IAQA mold remediation guidelines. They learn to discuss cleaning and sanitation options and applicable regulations (FIFRA, OSHA HAZCOM), discuss the importance of containment, and recognize their limits with respect to HVAC remediation. Section four of classroom instruction is on personal protective equipment. Students learn to identify different types of PPE used on mold remediation projects and discuss the importance of the proper use of PPE. A section on OSHA
Regulations enables students to discuss applicable
regulations and recognize the need for additional
employer specific OSHA training not part of the
course. At the completion of Day-One, course attendees have the option of taking a written or oral 30 question exam. Attendees achieving a score of 70 percent or better are eligible to receive the IAQA course completion certificate after passing the hands-on assessment conducted on Day-Two of the course. Attendees failing the oral or written exam are given a review course and will be allowed one retest the evening of Day-One of the course. Many mold remediation classes claim to offer hands-on instruction, but several of these merely provide demonstrations. The IAQA Mold Remediation Technician course requires every attendee to take an active part in hands-on training. The first section of hands-on training covers tape and fasteners. Course instructors display, hand out, demonstrate and discuss uses of many kinds of tape and fasteners. The instruction emphasizes the importance of using the appropriate tape and fasteners based on destructive versus non-destructive containment set-up, as well as how long the containment is expected to be in place. Next students learn about methods for measuring, cutting, hanging and seaming polyethylene. The instructor discusses and demonstrates with attendee assistance methods for cutting, hanging and seaming the material. Section three of the
hands-on day teaches students the importance of the
proper installation, operation and maintenance of
negative air units, HEPA vacuums, air filtration
devices, air movers, dehumidifiers and manometers.
Sections four and five of the hands-on day cover
personal protective equipment and emergency
procedures. The final sections of the day cover specialized testing equipment such as temperature and relative humidity measuring devices, moisture meters and particle counters; demonstrates recommended disposal techniques for mold contaminated contents and construction debris; and teaches students how to perform final cleaning and tear down procedures. The IAQA Mold Remediation Technician training course is offered on a regular schedule in cooperation with the IAQ Training Institute in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Seating is limited to 34. Register today by calling (866) 427-4727 or on the web at www.iaqtraining.com
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