Mold Testing
The following content is supplementary to the Mold Testing module that is taught during the 2nd week of the course by an NHI instructor via Google Meet.
There are several InterNACHI modules that will help prepare you for offering mold testing to your clients.
How to Perform Mold Inspections Course
- perform a mold inspection;
- describe different types of mold;
- explain health effects;
- perform sampling;
- interpret lab reports
- recognize remediation efforts; and
- methods to help prevent mold growth.
Click here to access the module: https://www.nachi.org/moldcourse.htm
Advanced Mold Inspection Training Course
Goal:
Objective:
- follow the IAC2 Mold Inspection Standards of Practice;
- understand how to find indications of visible mold growth;
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perform a visual examination of a home to find mold;
- explain conditions conducive to mold growth; and
- report to clients the results of a mold inspection including laboratory result interpretation.
Click here to access the module: https://www.nachi.org/videomoldcourse.htm
If you complete either of those courses, you can become a member of The International Association of Certified Indoor Air Consultants (IAC2).The International Association of Certified Indoor Air Consultants (IAC2) is the certifying body for residential and commercial indoor air consultants in North America. IAC2 is a federally tax-exempt, 501(c)(6) non-profit membership trade organization headquartered in Boulder, Colorado.
The organization’s membership base is multi-disciplinary and consists of certified professionals specializing in mold, radon, lead, asbestos, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde, pesticides, biologicals, bacteria, indoor particulate matter, allergens, and other sources of indoor air pollution. Certification is available to all qualifying members who have demonstrated the highest competency to identify and solve indoor air pollution problems and protect their clients health and safety.
IAC2 Certified consultants are listed in an IAC2 Certified Consultants Directory for use by the general public, in addition to residential and commercial real estate professionals. Those seeking mold inspection and testing, radon testing and mitigation, asbestos inspection and abatement, lead paint and water testing, and other environmental services should visit the directory to find a certified consultant.
IAC2 has numerous resources available to members for professional development, including business and legal documents, marketing materials, and educational materials. IAC2 also strives to support IAQ educators, training providers, industry vendors, and the general public, while fostering connections between industry professionals who are knowledgeable about the developments, advancements, and initiatives in indoor air quality.
Click here for more information about IAC2: https://iac2.org/