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IICRC ANSI-Approved S520 Standard and Reference Guide for Professional Mold Remediation Available

By IICRC

Categories: Remediation, Home Improvement, Bathrooms, Carpets & Flooring, Furnishings & Dusting, Kitchens, Windows, Walls & Ceilings, Garages, Outdoor Rooms & Exteriors, Health & Safety
Tagged: Cleaning Services, Dampness, Disaster Cleanup, Health, Home Improvement, Humidity, Mold, Professional Cleaning Services, Remediation, Safety

The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) ANSI-approved S520 Standard and Reference Guide for Professional Mold Remediation is now available. The new reference guide, which provides updates to the standard originally released in 2003, will help cleaning professionals continue to provide high-quality service utilizing the latest techniques and technology, and assist consumers in finding qualified firms to perform remediation. [Note: Ad or content links featured on this page are not necessarily affiliated with IICRC (The cleantrust) and should not be considered a recommendation or endorsement by IICRC (The cleantrust)].

 

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“There has been a recent push for legislatures to develop laws and guidelines that protect consumers who use mold remediation services,” said Dan Bernazzani, Chair of the IICRC’s Government Affairs Committee. “The S520 standard provides professionals with a guide for meeting certification standards while advancing the IICRC’s mission to enhance the quality, value and service offered to consumers.” As mold has become a growing issue for consumers, especially those living in damp climates and in hurricane-prone areas, a number of states have either passed laws or are considering actions (such as Maryland) aimed at protecting consumer interests.

During Florida’s 2008 legislative session, legislators passed a law that regulates and licenses providers of home inspection services, mold remediation services and mold assessment services. The law is the first time that Florida mold remediation and inspection companies face state-level regulation, and will require all mold assessors and remediators to meet certain requirements starting in July 2010. Kentucky’s Senate is considering a bill to regulate mold remediation using the general principles outlined in the S520 standard. And, New York’s legislature is working on a bill for the next legislative session that will set statewide standards for mold remediation.

To locate qualified firms to perform mold remediation, visit www.certifiedcleaners.org. For information on certification programs and standards offered by the IICRC please visit www.iicrc.org.

 

 

IICRC ANSI-Approved S520 Standard and Reference Guide for Professional Mold Remediation Available:  Created on November 6th, 2008.  Last Modified on January 21st, 2014

 

About IICRC

The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) is a certification and standard-setting nonprofit organization for the inspection, cleaning and restoration industries. The IICRC serves the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia and Japan, in partnership with regional and international trade associations.

The mission of IICRC is to identify and promote an international standard of care that establishes and maintains the health, safety and welfare of the built environment.

The IICRC, with industry-wide participation, certifies - and develops certifications and standards for - inspection, cleaning and restoration. The IICRC also serves as a valuable consumer referral source for IICRC-Certified technicians and firms. There are currently more than 53,000 active IICRC-Certified technicians, many with multiple certifications, and more than 6,000 IICRC-Certified Firms around the world.