Contamination Restoration & Remediation - Articles - Page 53

RIA News for June 2016: The Passing of Butch Carpenter, S500 Changes, & Forensic Restoration

June 7, 2016

The restoration industry has lost one of its trailblazers. Hubert T. Carpenter, known to his friends as Butch, passed away on April 11 2016 in his home in Lincoln (Sacramento), Calif., with his wife Michelle and daughters Nicole and Jaclyn by his side.

Crime Scene Cleanup Certification Course Now Available in Spanish

Courses qualify for two CEC's through IICRC.

June 2, 2016

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Many Spanish-speaking people in the restoration industry have been locked out of this opportunity due to the fact that there was no training and certification available in Spanish.

Double-Sided Containment Tape Simplifies Restoration, Remediation and Abatement jobs

Cut steps, not corners on mold remediation, asbestos and lead removal, and more

May 9, 2016

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DS 154 is recommended for restoration, renovation, abatement and remodeling tasks such as painting, cleaning, sanding, mold remediation, asbestos and lead removal, and more.

Bedbugs and Mental Health

A call for help may mean more than remediation

Mark House

April 4, 2016

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When I was approached about addressing the topic of bedbugs for this issue of R&R, I instantly knew I wanted to put product and remediation talk aside. This article has a very difference focus that in many ways is more important.

Restoration Cleaners Expanding Textile Restoration Services

Restoration Cleaners partners with Textile Solutions, introduces new software technology know as Tromis

April 4, 2016

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Adams and his team have been tirelessly working to rebuild a new Restoration Cleaners that exceeds the highest level of quality and service that clients and employees deserve.

Project #2: 165 Hotel Rooms with Water Damage

Case Study Contest 2016

Voting ended April 30! Finalists will be featured in the June issue of R&R!

April 1, 2016

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Finalists will be featured in the June issue of R&R.

March IAQA Legislative Update: Mold, Lead Paint, Radon, Asbestos & More

Legislative update details changes in California, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Texas, & abroad

March 29, 2016

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This month’s update could cover only a fraction of the committee’s ongoing activity. Within, there are updates on mold, lead paint, radon and legionella.

Restorer's Perspective: All Disinfectants are Not Created Equal

Jeff Heyd

March 10, 2016

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In recent years, several new disinfectant technologies have gained attention in the restoration/remediation industry, so it might be time to reevaluate your current go-to disinfectant to be sure you are using the best, most appropriate tool for the job.

IICRC Preparing to Develop New Standards, Complete More Revisions

IICRC Calls for Volunteers in Development, Revision of Six Standards

February 22, 2016

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Applications are now being accepted for volunteers to serve on consensus bodies for the following Standards and Reference Guides included in the revision and development process:

Detroit Public Schools: Dilapidated, Moldy & Sometimes Unsafe

The need for qualified remediators will likely go ignored again

Michelle Blevins

February 18, 2016

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I get looks from people when I tell them that because, let’s face it, the image of Detroit isn’t a friendly one in the eyes of most people, and news headlines don't help.