Mold Testing In Schools
Q.
I work as a consultant for a school district. We have a Library located in a
building build in 1992, which has had a leaky roof ever since it opened. I
recently was called in due to the Librarian with "illness" associated with
being in the room. We immediately fixed the roof, removed the carpet and
re-tiled, discarded any water damaged materials or books. The fresh air
intake was working, and the air-sampling (spore trap) samples showed less
types/amounts inside than out. (other bulk tests were performed also). Later
that month the Librarian found more water damaged discolored books and still
complained of shortness of breath, dizziness, blacking out, and ear
infections. We removed each book individually HEPA vacuumed it and wiped it
down with a mild bleach & water solution. We retested and the tests results
were considered acceptable. Some yeast were found in the dust sample
collected though. She is now worse than ever????? Any advice??? [June 3,
2004]
A.
Here are some suggestions: 1. Have the workplace mold inspected and tested
by a Certified Mold Inspector [
http://www.certifiedmoldinspectors.com ] to be absolutely sure [second
opinion] that there is no remaining mold infestation problem. 2. Have the
mold inspector also inspect and test the home/apartment of the employee for
possible mold problems. Over 75% of all homes and apartments have a mold
problem, a problem unknown to most residential owners and occupants. 3. Get
the best possible medical help for the employee, especially by a pulmonary
physician [lung doctor] and neurologist. Once mold begins growing in the
employee's body, medical intervention is often required for getting rid of
the internal mold growth---despite the fact that you may have done a
wonderful job of mold remediation in your workplace.
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