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Mold News:
Mold and people have shared this planet for a very long
time. Over the last few years they have also shared media attention. Health
and safety concerns for the general public have been spotlighted largely due
to increased media coverage of mold lawsuits. And like anything in the
spotlight, it is not without its controversy.
MOLD
IN THE
NEWS
Black Mold - Toxic Mold - Stachybotrys
- Mold Health ConcernsMold
Information
Investigations
into mold related health issues are on-going worldwide. It is the subject of
study by scientists, universities, physicians, industrial hygienists, and
local, state, and federal regulatory bodies. Currently, there still remains
no local, state, or federal guidelines on limits for mold. Many states have
introduced, or implemented laws on mold. The federal government is working
with many states and local governments, indoor air quality organizations and
professionals, to create adequate public information, and to assist in the
establishment of scientifically valid guidelines, protocols, and
methodologies. Standards such as Time Weighted Average (TWA) or Threshold
Limit Values (TLVs) for air borne concentrations of mold, and mold spores,
are yet to be determined. Toxic Black Mold: Many professionals within the industry believe
that standards may never be set, due to the highly variable susceptibility
levels amongst those exposed to microbial mycotoxins.
Mold News and Information -
Keep it Dry - Keep it Mold Free
Airtight construction for
energy efficiency in structures that have not provided adequate ventilation
methods for moisture to escape, water leaks, or intrusion due to flooding,
bad plumbing, poor maintenance, or roof leaks, are examples of contributing
factors that can lead to mold, and that need to be corrected when present.
Left unattended conditions, such as these, can contribute to seen and unseen
mold growth. Moisture conducive to mold growth can exist in all indoor
climates regardless of geographic location. Indoor humidity should be kept
below 60%. Condensation should not be present on walls, windows, or interior
surfaces due to such things as dryers, dishwashers, stoves, or heaters that
are not vented properly. Use fans - ventilate - open windows - keep it dry
and keep it mold free.
Mold Removal: Mold Should Be Removed From Indoor
Environments to Assure
Healthy and Sanitary Conditions
Some possible health effects
associated with mold exposure and susceptibility are: Allergy, infection,
irritation and toxicity. The elderly, children, immune compromised
individuals, asthmatics, and anyone in poor health, may be far more
susceptible, and at greater risk for health problems, when exposed to fungi
or mold. People are exposed to mold through the air they breathe, contact
with skin and ingestion. Some people will appear to suffer no ill effects in
a moldy environment, while others can appear to suffer from a relatively
small amount of mold spores.
To be considered prior to the finalization of regulated mold limits is
the fact that pre-remediation and post remediation mold testing allows the
consumer to safeguard against personal health liability and to obtain
legally defensible documentation in the event that serious health concerns
continue or arise, or if litigation is imminent. Mold testing done by a
non-remediation mold investigator at both pre and post remediation provides
analysis results for samples taken at those locations and times, under
similar conditions, for use in comparative data study and documentation. A
professional mold inspector does not attempt to diagnose any health issue,
or comment on any legal action. Medical and Legal advice in regards to mold
exposure, health risk, or hazard, should always be handled by a physician,
or an attorney experienced in fungal contamination and its associated
concerns.
Digital Diagnostic Laboratories Continuing
Education Series 2002-2005.
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Mold News - Toxic Black Mold
Press Release -
Digital Diagnostic Systems
SACRAMENTO,
Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 28, 2004--Digital Diagnostic Systems (DDS)
has developed a computer-based digital imaging system that has taken mold
testing, identification and quantification into the 21st century with
real-time Internet diagnostic capabilities. The Digital DIS-10 System
allows mold investigators to transmit photomicrographs of mold samples,
taken in the field, directly to a laboratory for analysis by
microbiologists or mycologists in real-time. Technical diagnostic
information exchanged via the Internet and the advanced microscopy
technology of the DIS-10 realized its place in an emerging mold industry
when consumers began licensing the system after visiting the company
website.
Toxic mold is the buzz
word associated with high profile mold litigation. Consumer awareness of
mold and its potential health effects has increased through lawsuits
involving media heavyweights such as Erin Brokovich, Ed McMahon and
Michael Jordan. Now toxic mold investigations have gone high-tech with
technology designed to harness the power of the Internet as it was
originally designed to be used -- for the rapid real-time disbursement of
information without geographic restrictions.
Mold testing is used for
real property transfers, remediation validation and clearance, mold site
analytical documentation, and to assist physicians attempting to isolate a
harmful organism. Most laboratories destroy samples after generating
analytical data and results. In contrast, the mold photomicrographs taken
by the Digital DIS-10 System become easily retrievable, permanent, legally
defensible, visual evidence supportive of expert testimony.
"Currently we have
systems nationwide with expansions planned internationally," said the President of Digital Diagnostic Systems. "Joining our efforts is
Dr. Malcolm Richardson, internationally renowned medical mycologist, as
our principal advisor."
Malcolm Richardson
B. Sc. Ph.D., CBiol., FIBiol., FRCPath, is a Fellow of the Royal Society
of Pathologists and the Institute of Biology (UK). He is CEO of MoBiAir
Diagnostics Ltd., in Finland and Associate Professor in Medical Mycology
University of Helsinki with adjunct affiliation with Helsinki University
Central Hospital. Furnas also commented, "After contacting and visiting
our California location Dr. Richardson is very enthusiastic about the
advantages of the DIS-10 System and his association with Digital
Diagnostic Systems."
Digital Diagnostic Systems Press Release 2004
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Spotlight
Distributor Mold News and
Seminars
Digital DIS-10 System Distributor for NC, SC, TN and VA and Digital DIS-10
System User
Mold
Seminar Speakers
Bruce Hatcher, is the owner of Mold ID Services. His company provides
commercial, industrial, and residential mold investigations, inspections,
and mold testing in NC, SC and VA. He is a distributor, in those states, for the
Digital DIS-10 System developed by Digital Diagnostic Systems. Mr. Hatcher often speaks at educational seminars.
One such seminar: "What You
Really Need to Know About Mold and Your Legal Liabilities in North Carolina"
- presented by Lorman Education Services - December 2, 2005 Charlotte, NC.
Lorman describes this seminar as being designed for project managers, presidents, vice presidents,
contractors, subcontractors, developers, principals, architects, engineers,
property owners and managers, insurance professionals, consultants, real
estate agents and attorneys with Continuing Education Credits: AIA/HSW 6.00, NC
CLE 6.00, NC ENG 7.0, NC INS 6.0, IACET 0.60, IHMM 0.38, ABIH 1.0, PMI 6.00.
Speaker: Bruce Hatcher
Topic: Microbial (Mold) Investigations, testing and inspections. Q&A on
the importance of testing and identification.
Profile: Over 17 years of business experience in marketing and business
development. Graduate of NC State University and former Director of
Carter-Finley Stadium and Reynolds Coliseum with the late Jim Valvano, and
NC State Athletic Department. He has provided business consulting services
in NC for the past 15 years. In addition to owning Mold ID Services Mr.
Hatcher is a Distributor for Digital Diagnontic Systems'
Digital DIS-10 System mold testing technology.
Speaker: Lane Cloninger
Profile: Digital DIS-10 System Mold Investigator and manager of
Mold Detection Services, LLC in Raleigh, NC.
Additional speakers: An attorney with a NC law firm, a licensed
engineer in five states with over 15 years experience solving building
related IAQ and moisture and mildew problems, a licensed commercial and
residential general contractor, who is a home inspector, indoor environmentalist and
mold inspector, and a trainer for architects, builders, remodeling
contractors and code officials regarding weatherization techniques for wall
systems when constructing buildings. He is also a member of the Construction
Specifiers Institute.
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