MOLD TESTING AND CONSULTING SERVICES Clause Samples

MOLD TESTING AND CONSULTING SERVICES. 2.1 The Environmental Consultant shall perform the following activities at various sites and properties utilized by the School District: (a) Investigate and evaluate moisture and mold problems that follow the recommendations presented in the U.S. EPA guidance document “MOLD REMEDIATION IN SCHOOLS AND COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS” (EPA 402-K-01-001) dated March of 2001. (b) Follow the guidelines of the American Conference of Government Industrial Hygienists regarding Mold Investigation and Mold Remediation. (c) Develop remediation plan for (i) small affected areas less than 10 square feet, (ii) medium affected areas between 10 sq ft and 100 sq ft., and (iii) large affected areas greater than 100 sq ft. (d) Develop remediation plan for areas with Potential for Increased Occupant or Remediator exposure during remediation estimated to be significant. (e) Perform Proactive and Reactive NIOSH Dampness, Mold and Moisture Inspections and/or Indoor Environment Quality Assessments in various schools throughout the School District as requested. 2.2 The Environmental Consultant shall do any and all work and furnish all the management, supervision, labor, components, materials, tools, instructions, equipment, transportation, and delivery of reports necessary or proper for the performance and completion of Mold consulting services. 2.3 The Environmental Consultant shall investigate and evaluate Moisture and Mold events at the direction of the School District Office of Environmental Management and Services and shall provide an electronic written report of findings that shall include, at a minimum, moisture readings, digital photographs, notes of observations and findings within 48 hours. 2.4 The Environmental Consultant shall assess the size of the mold and/or moisture problems and the type of mold-damaged materials, and identify the source or cause of water or moisture problems before planning the remediation work. The remediation plan should include steps to fix the water or moisture problem so the problem will not reoccur. The remediation plan should cover the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment and include steps to carefully contain and remove moldy building materials to avoid spreading the mold. 2.5 The Environmental Consultant must consider protecting the health and safety of the school building occupants and cleanup personnel during remediation as the highest priority when planning remediation work. Any decision to relocate occupants should consider the size ...