Managing Mold Issues For Fixed Site Facilities For Supervisors And Managers For Construction

The Managing Mold Issues for Building Construction Management online safety course from OSHA Education School is an advanced-level training comprised of three primary modules, including: Mold information and training Mold design and materials Mold maintenance procedures These three modules combine for an advanced-level course that is part of the Mold Action Plan training series developed by the attendees of the Mold Action Plan in Construction conference. Throughout this course, participants can expect to learn essential mold education to help contractors prevent mold claims, as well as best practices for mold mitigation. Additionally, participants will learn specific guidelines and methods for mold design and materials, as well as basic methods to prevent mold and its growth. OSHA Education School’s Managing Mold Issues for Building Construction Management course familiarizes participants with mold and its role on the jobsite, as well as provides essential knowledge regarding mold identification, how to manage water events, and more. Throughout this course, emphasis is placed on mold maintenance and planning, how to find the right consultants and experts, and how to promote a healthier mold-free work environment. Specific course topics by module include the following: Mold Information & Training Overview of managing mold issues Preconstruction and design Construction phase Post-construction phase Managing a water event Water damage guidelines Mold remediation Finished remediation and cleanup Checklist for mold remediation Mold prevention plan Mold Design & Materials Consultants and experts Testing and in-house observation Mockups Early start-up mechanical systems Mold Maintenance Procedures Maryland IAQ Task Force Construction Mold Maintenance Committee Maintenance checklist Specific industry terms covered throughout the course include the following: Mold Litigation Prevention Summit S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Indoor Environments Division (IED) A map to avoiding mold litigation Plastic injection mold design HVAC systems O&M elements

OSHA Education School’s Managing Mold Issues for Building Construction Management course is an advanced-level course that teaches what mold is, the hazards surrounding mold, and how to avoid and prevent mold litigation. Upon successful completion of this course and the three individual modules, participants can expect to: Promote mold safety in the workplace Understand and implements water damage and mold remediation guidelines Recognize, evaluate, and control mold and moisture Know the training required for contractors, employees, and owners Know how to select the right consultants and contractors Determine the guidelines for in-house testing and/or observation Understand the need for mockups for most, if not all, construction work Prevent mold by inspecting multiple locations for evidence of water damage Know how to prepare and maintain and checklist of inspections Know how to check the mechanical systems and appliances for mold Understand to check for mold on exterior finishes Know appropriate mold response actions