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Why is mold growing in my home?
Molds are part of the natural environment. Outdoors, molds play a part in nature by breaking down dead organic matter such as fallen leaves and dead trees, but indoors, mold growth should be avoided. Molds reproduce by means of tiny spores; the spores are invisible to the naked eye and…
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Ten Things You Should Know about Mold
Learn about the top ten things to know about mold in your home, as well as the affect it could have on your health
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NIOSH Guidance: Preventing Occupational Respiratory Disease from Exposures Caused by Dampness in Office Buildings, Schools, and Other Nonindustrial Buildings
This NIOSH guidance includes a building inspection checklist and may be of interest to people working in office buildings, schools and other nonindustrial buildings.
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EPA Orders Construction Company to Comply with Clean Water Act in St. Croix, USVI
AO for Chitolie. St. Croix, USVI.
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Should I test or sample for mold in my home using the Environmental Relative Moldiness Index, or ERMI?
No. The Environmental Relative Moldiness Index, or ERMI, developed by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency researchers, is a research tool and is not recommended for use except as a research tool. For more information, see EPA's Office of Research and Development Fact Sheet: The Environmental Relative Moldiness Index: A Research Tool…
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Text Version of the Mold House Tour
Get a quick glimpse of some of the most important ways to protect your home from mold by touring the Mold House. Room-by-room, you'll learn about the key problem areas and how to address them.
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Mold Remediation in Schools and Commercial Buildings Guide: Chapter 6
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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IAQ in Schools Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions Asthma FAQs Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) FAQs Indoor airPLUS FAQs Mold FAQs Radon FAQs Search frequent questions for immediate answers to the most common questions or send a question to our customer care team. Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) in Schools What about radon in schools? What about…
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How does indoor air quality in schools affect asthma?
Asthma triggers can be found at school. An indoor air quality (IAQ) management program can reduce the pollutants, irritants, and triggers and help provide a healthier school for students and staff. There are many steps that a school district can take to reduce asthma triggers, such as: Have an IAQ…
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What special training do I need to use IAQ Tools for Schools Action Kit?
Nearly all of the activities can be successfully completed without any specialized training or tools. One of the activities, the measurement of the amount of outdoor air being supplied indoors, requires an airflow measurement device such as a flow hood or pitot tube. The Action Kit provides basic information on…
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Is the indoor air quality (IAQ) in my child's school safe?
Every type of building has the potential for poor IAQ, including schools. While some schools may have minor problems, others may have more significant issues. The IAQ Tools for Schools Action Kit provides the school staff with practical steps they can take to identify and correct current problems and prevent…
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What resources are available to help my school district finance indoor air quality (IAQ) projects?
EPA's IAQ Tools for Schools resources offer several low and/or no cost tips for addressing problems to improve a building's IAQ. However, many more expensive improvements are difficult to finance from the existing school budget. For tips on how to secure funding for projects associated with the identification, resolution, and…
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Can EPA send someone to check the indoor air quality (IAQ) in my or my child's school?
Unfortunately, EPA does not have the resources to test schools for IAQ problems. If you suspect a problem in your school, you can likely work with your local health department to determine the nature and extent of the problem. Find a list of state contacts to get in touch with…
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Does carpet cause indoor air quality (IAQ) problems in schools?
Carpet use in schools provides a decrease in noise, falls, and injuries. IAQ problems can be encountered with carpet and many other materials if the school has any type of water intrusion or moisture problem, such as a leaky roof. If carpeting remains damp, it can become a primary source…
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What information/guidance do you have on managing flu at school?
On This Page: What cleaning protocol and cleaning products should be used by schools to guard against flu? How is the H1N1 flu virus spread? What surfaces are most likely to be sources of contamination? How long can flu virus survive on objects (such as books and doorknobs)? What cleaning…
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Exploring Estuaries: Meet the Artist
Information about the John D. Dawson, illustrator of the poster: Estuaries: Scenes of Transition.
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Draft of the Martin Peña Initative Plan
This action plan is being developed so that EPA Region 2 can implement a strategy that focuses its programs and regulatory authorities in activities that comprehensively address the environmental issues affecting the Martin Pena communities.
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Prevalence of Bronchial Asthma and Dermatitis in Pediatric Populations in Communities Adjacent to the Martin Peña
Presentation on the Prevalence of Bronchial Asthma and Dermatitis in Pediatric Populations in Communities Adjacent to the Martin Peña