In addition to the expected places, like bathrooms and basements, mold can grow in unexpected places like exterior walls, patio furniture, mattresses, and carpets. As long as the three needs of moisture, nutrients, and temperature are present, mold has an opportunity to thrive. Some tips for general mold clean-up are: document damage and cleaning with photographs and notes scrub mold off hard surfaces using detergent and water dry cleaned surfaces thoroughly Mold can stain many … [Read more...]
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Mold In The Workplace
Fortunately, most employers strive to maintain a healthy and safe workplace. But, like homeowners, some employers are not familiar with the risks that exposure to mold can pose to their staff. Because exposure to mold can result in serious health issues, employees have a responsibility to communicate concerns to their employer. And, the employer has a responsibility to investigate and take action. Discovering Mold in the Workplace Employees that discover, or suspect, a mold problem in the … [Read more...]