IICRC ANSI-Approved S520 Standard
and Reference Guide for Professional Mold Available
November 3, 2008 – VANCOUVER, Wash. – 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.
“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.
For information on certification programs and
standards offered by the IICRC please visit
www.iicrc.org.
To purchase a copy of the S520 standard please visit
http://www.iicrc.org/pdf/S520_2nd_Edition_Order_Form.pdf
or call 360-693-5675.
About the IICRC
The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) is an ANSI-accredited non-profit certifying body for the flooring inspection, floor covering and specialized fabric cleaning and disaster restoration industries. Organized in 1972, the IICRC currently represents more than 4,600 Certified Firms and more than 46,000 Certified Technicians in 30 countries. The IICRC, with participation from the entire industry, sets standards for inspection, cleaning and disaster restoration. IICRC does not own schools, employ instructors, produce training materials, or promote specific product brands, cleaning methods or systems. It approves schools and instructors that meet the criteria established by the IICRC. IICRC also serves as a consumer referral source for Certified Firms and Inspectors. Please visit www.certifiedcleaners.org or www.iicrc.org for more information.
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