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IED would like to thank the reviewers of this document who provided many valuable and insightful comments, and the contractors who provided support during the development of this document.  \nEPA would also like to thank those who provided photos: Terry Brennan (Photo \\#2, Photo \\#3A, Photo \\#4A, Photo \\#6, Photo \\#8, Photo \\#9); Paul Ellringer (Photo \\#4C); Stephen Vesper, Ph.D. (Photo \\#3B); and Chin Yang, Ph.D. (cover photos, Photo \\#4B, Photo \\#5, Photo \\#7) .  \nPlease note that this document presents recommendations on mold remediation. EPA does not regulate mold or mold spores in indoor air.  \nCover Photos: Magnified photos of different species of mold  \nMold Remediation in Schools and Commercial Buildings  \nContents  \nIntroductIon ...................................................................................... 1  \nPreventIon..........................................................................................3  \nInvestIgatIng, evaluatIng, and remedIatIng moIsture and mold Problems.......................................................................................4  \nmold remediation – Key steps............................................................5  \nPlan the remediation before starting Work ..........................................6  \nRemediation Plan ..............................................................................6  \nHVAC System ....................................................................................7  \nHidden Mold .....................................................................................8  \nremediation......................................................................................9  \nTable 1: Water Damage – Cleanup and Mold Prevention....................... 10  \nTable 2: Mold Remediation Guidelines ............................................... 12  \nCleanup Methods ............................................................................. 16  \nPersonal Protective Equipment (PPE) ................................................ 19  \nContainment ...................................................................................21  \nEquipment ......................................................................................23  \nHow Do You Know When You Have Finished Remediation/Cleanup?................................................................26  \nchecKlIst for mold remedIatIon...................................................27  \nresources lIst .................................................................................29  \nreferences .......................................................................................35  \naPPendIx a – glossary .....................................................................37  \naPPendIx b – IntroductIon to molds.............................................39  \nMolds in the Environment .................................................................39  \nHealth Effects and Symptoms Associated with Mold Exposure..............39  \nMold Toxins .....................................................................................41  \nMicrobial Volatile Organic Compounds (mVOCs) ..................................43  \nGlucans or Fungal Cell Wall Components ...........................................43  \nSpores ............................................................................................43  \naPPendIx c – communIcatIon WIth buIldIng occuPants..............45  \nmold in schools...............................................................................45  \nIndex ..................................................................................................47  \nIntroduction  \nConcern about indoor e","cbCaiu9WZ98qfytS","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaiu9WZ98qfytS","pdf",1671048,56,"English","# Introduction\n# Prevention\n# Investigating, Evaluating, and Remediating Moisture and Mold Problems\n# Mold Remediation - Key Steps\n## Plan the remediation before starting work\n## Remediation Plan\n## HVAC System\n## Hidden Mold\n# Cleanup Methods\n## Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)\n## Containment\n## Equipment\n# How Do You Know When You Have Finished Remediation/Cleanup?\n## Checklist for mold remediation\n# Resources list\n# References\n# Appendix A - Glossary\n# Appendix B - Introduction to molds\n# Appendix C - Communication With building occupants\n# Index","[{\"question\":\"Who is this mold remediation guidance intended for?\",\"answer\":\"The document is designed primarily for building managers, custodians, and others responsible for commercial building and school maintenance. 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