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Transmittal of EPA Munitions Response Guidelines (OSWER Directive 9200.1-101)
Guidelines to assist project managers overseeing response actions involving munitions and explosives of concerns and munitions constituents at locations other than operational ranges.
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Printable Version of Mold Remediation in Schools and Commercial Buildings
This document presents guidelines for the remediation/cleanup of mold and moisture problems in schools and commercial buildings; these guidelines include measures designed to protect the health of building occupants and remediators.
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PDF version of Table 2: Mold Remediation Guidelines in Mold Remediation in Schools and Commercial Buildings
This document is a PDF version of Table 2: Mold Remediation Guidelines. It gives guidelines for Remediating Building Materials with Mold Growth Caused by Clean Water.
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PDF Version of Mold Remediation Key Steps Flowchart
This document shows a flowchart to follow when going through Mold Remediation in Schools and Commercial Buildings.
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Mold Testing or Sampling
In most cases, if visible mold growth is present, sampling is unnecessary. Since no EPA or other federal limits have been set for mold or mold spores, sampling cannot be used to check a building's compliance with federal mold standards.
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PDF Version of Checklist for Mold Remediation in Mold Remediation in Schools and Commercial Buildings
This document is a PDF version of Checklist for Mold Remediation. It provides guidance as to what to look for when remediating moisture and mold problems.
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Water Damage Table from "Mold Prevention in Mold Remediation in Schools and Commercial Buildings"
This document is a PDF version of Table 1: Water Damage - Cleanup and Mold Prevention. It gives guidelines for response to clean water damage within 24-48 hours to prevent mold growth.
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Recent Updates to Fuels Reporting
This page lists for recent updates to fuels reporting.
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Who can test my home or clean, fix and remediate my home for mold?
EPA does not have a certification program for mold inspectors or mold remediation firms. EPA does not maintain a list of mold inspectors or mold remediation firms, though some states might. Some states and organizations may require certification, trainings, or examinations for practitioners in the indoor air quality industry. Sometimes…
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Mold Knowledge Test
This test is provided by EPA for your information only. EPA does not track to the results, but this can help you see how well you absorbed the information in the mold course.
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Mold Remediation in Schools and Commercial Buildings Guide: Appendix C
The content on this page is based on the guide by the same name. However, updates have been made to some resources and links. Here you can find information on mold prevention and remediation.
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What are the basic mold cleanup steps?
The key to mold control is moisture control. Scrub mold off hard surfaces with detergent and water, and dry completely. Fix plumbing leaks and other water problems as soon as possible. Dry all items completely. Absorbent or porous materials, such as ceiling tiles and carpet, may have to be thrown…
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EPA's Study of Hydraulic Fracturing for Oil and Gas and Its Potential Impact on Drinking Water Resources
EPA's Study of Hydraulic Fracturing and Its Potential Impact on Drinking Water Resources
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Lead Service Line Replacement Program
Assist federally recognized tribes within EPA Region 9 (CA, NV, AZ) to address lead service line replacement projects and associated activities directly connected to the identification, planning, design, and replacement of lead service lines.
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Tribal Water Quality Standards in EPA's Pacific Southwest (Region 9)
EPA's Tribal Water Office in Region 9 manages all grants related to the Clean Water Act for over 100 federally recognized Tribes and provides programmatic and technical assistance for water quality standards and CWA grant programs.
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Water Quality Certifications on Tribal Lands in EPA's Pacific Southwest (Region 9)
This page provides information about EPA’s Clean Water Act (CWA) Section (§)401 water quality certifications on Tribal Lands of EPA's Pacific Southwest (Region 9).
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Clean Water Indian Set-Aside (CWISA) Program
To assist federally recognized Tribes within EPA Region 9 to improve wastewater infrastructure. Funds may be used for planning, design and construction of wastewater collection and treatment systems.
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Red Hill Remediation Roundtable
Information about the Red Hill Remediation Roundtable, created to bring together water protection public trust agencies to discuss active and planned work to investigate and remediate contamination caused by the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility.
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2015 AOC Investigation and Remediation: Groundwater Monitoring
Information and documents related to Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage AOC SOW 7.3: Groundwater Monitoring.
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2015 AOC Investigation and Remediation: Groundwater Flow Patterns
Information and documents related to Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage AOC SOW 7.1 and 7.2: Groundwater Flow and Fate and Transport Modeling.