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Rutgers Researchers Make Movies About Bed Bugs
Making resources available to those with limited time to travel may be the key to controlling bed bugs.NADCA and IAQA Partner - Indoor Environments Win
HVAC industry cleaning and inspection professionals will work with indoor environmental quality consultants, contractors and managers.Profile - Pearson Carpet Care, Humble, TX
This firm specializes in Oriental/area rug cleaning - and drying homes quickly after water incidents. Thoroughly and quickly drying the building or home protects it, causing minimal or no damage to the structure and contents.Liquid Oxidative Remediation: Study Shows Efficacy of Remediation Technique
In every industry, new and innovative ways of doing things are constantly being developed and promoted. Mold remediation is no exception. One method that has recently been gaining wider acceptance is called “Oxidative Remediation.”ANSI/IICRC S500 Draft Revised Standard Available for Public Review
The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) has announced that it is revising the ANSI/IICRC S500-2006 Standard and Reference Guide for Professional Water Damage Restoration. The revised draft of S500 is available now for public review and comment.Profile: Grogan Clean Care, LLC, Nacogdoches, TX
Caring - and training - has a lot to do with cleaning for health, as this profile shows.BSR-IICRC S600 and BSR-IICRC S800 Standards Available for Public Review
IICRC works with industry partners to develop new standards for the cleaning, restoration and inspection industries.Profile: Integrity Restoration & Remodeling
The Healthy Facilities Institute (HFI) and its sister consumer site, The Healthy House Institute (HHI) are publishing a series of profiles of companies striving to help consumers restore their buildings and homes after a natural or other disaster. Integrity Restoration is our first profile.How to Carry Out Thermal Inspections
Five basic but essential steps to better thermal inspections.Coral Springs Christian Academy Reduces Mold Using Liquid Dessicant Technology
The liquid dessicant technology removed nearly all of the airborne spores that conventional air treatment equipment had previously left behind – even with the higher humidity and temperature conditions in May.Libman Donates $20,000 Worth of Mops to New Jersey PTA for Sandy Relief
The Libman Company, a leading U.S. brand of high quality cleaning products, has partnered with the Healthy Facilities Institute (HFI), the National Parent Teacher Association (PTA®), the New Jersey PTA, and the Brick, New Jersey, Lake Riviera Middle School PTA to donate more than $20,000 worth of Libman’s top selling mop, the Big Tornado® Mop, to the Hurricane Sandy Relief Effort.How Thermographic Inspections Work
Energy auditors may use thermography -- or infrared scanning -- to detect thermal defects and air leakage in building envelopes.Biofilms on Environmental Surfaces: What Can You Do to Get Rid of Them?
A combination of physical and/or chemical means is necessary to achieve the desired cleaning effect.Commentary: "PR" Re-Defined - What Should it Mean for the Cleaning Industry
Much of what you read in trade journals is generated by PR people (whether they define themselves as “industry writers” or not) representing manufacturer interests, and quite often the “information” shared does not have the bona fide interests of readers at heart on an equal plane with those of the sponsoring manufacturer.IICRC Board Votes to Return to Original Name
The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) announced today that the Board of Directors has voted to return the formal name of the organization to the IICRC, keeping cleantrust as the service mark of the organization.Mold Prevention Strategies and Possible Health Effects in the Aftermath of Hurricanes and Major Floods
Extensive water damage after major hurricanes and floods increases the likelihood of mold contamination in buildings. This report provides information on how to limit exposure to mold and how to identify and prevent mold-related health effects.Safety and Health - in Water Damage Restoration Projects
Protecting the safety and health of restorers and building occupants is of paramount importance in water damage restoration projects.RIA and The Clean Trust Sign Memorandum of Understanding
Organizations encourage spirit of cooperation between members.HFI Interview with Mili Washington, The Clean Trust Standards Director
Find out about The Clean Trust’s ultimate aim in promulgating standards.The Clean Trust Releases S100 Professional Carpet Cleaning Standard
The Clean Trust has announced that the revised ANSI-approved S100 Standard and Reference Guide for Professional Carpet Cleaning is now available.The Clean Trust - Formerly The IICRC - Names Mili Washington the New Standards Director
The Clean Trust - formerly the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) - has announced that Mili Washington has been hired as the new Standards Director.IICRC is Now The Clean Trust
The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) is now The Clean Trust.The Clean Trust Creates Mold Removal Specialist Certification Program
The Clean Trust has announced the development of a certification exam for professionals in the mold remediation industry.Building Science and Restoration
Restorers should understand building systems and the related physical laws in order to restore a damaged building to its intended function and use-life.Schools Should Consider Water Treatment to Protect Students
The drinking water in thousands of schools contains lead and other toxins, prompting experts to urge administrators to look into treatment systems to protect students.Keeping Mold at Bay - Using Antimicrobial Coatings
Antimicrobial coatings are designed to help prevent future growth of mold on previously contaminated surfaces that have been properly cleaned.Sodexo Chooses Xenex Room Disinfection System
Pulsed xenon ultraviolet light destroys viruses, bacteria and bacterial spores in the patient environment without contact or chemicals.Five Principles of Mold Cleanup
There are five general principles of cleaning up - or remediating - mold.Mold Remediation in Schools and Commercial Buildings - Water Damage and Cleanup Methods
EPA's guide to evaluating moisture and mold problems and properly handling water damage and mold growth to ensure full remediation.Mold Remediation in Schools and Commercial Buildings - Prevention
The common causes of mold growth and ways to prevent it.Mold: A Continuing Problem in Schools - and What to Do About It
The recipe for mold is “just add water.” Your best investment is in prevention.Is Your Indoor Air Clean After Mold Remediation? Experts May Use a Particle Counter to Check
Certified technicians may use particle counters to help ensure your air is clean after mold cleanup.The Importance of Widespread Understanding
Indoor environmental quality is the sum total of decisions made by an enormous variety of individuals and institutions.Is Your Parking Lot Making You Sick?
Coal tar sealants are often used to protect and renew parking lots. Dust from this substance can get into buildings and cause a health hazard.Basics of Log Reduction
"Log reduction" is a mathematical term (as is "log increase") used to show the relative number of live microbes eliminated from a surface by disinfecting or cleaning.Preventing Slip and Fall: Mastering Wet COF Measurement
Since a floor that is slip-resistant when wet will generally be slip resistant when dry, taking measurements of the condition of floors by benchmarking the wet Coefficient of Friction (COF) is an important starting point to raise safety levels.The Importance of Correct Sampling and Swabbing in ICM Programs
The swabs used for sampling surfaces for microbial contamination are examples of devices that are simple in design and construction, but are difficult to use without discipline and training. This article discusses why this is so.Four Elements of IAQ Problems
Four elements - sources, the HVAC system, pollutant pathways, and occupants - are involved in the development of IAQ problems.IAQ Basics
There are many factors that can affect IAQ, such as human activity within the building, the building’s construction materials, and the types of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems in a building.Wise Use of Biocide and Antimicrobial Technology in Water-Related Restoration
Restorers should have an understanding of the proper use of agents that can help control the growth of microorganisms and reduce potential risks.The Problem with Detergent Residues on Surfaces
Detergent residues left on surfaces can provide nutrients for bacteria.Development of An Optimal Cleaning Process Through ICM
Any cleaning process must be validated by measurements of contamination levels before and after a cleaning step.
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