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Office of Air and Radiation, Indoor Environments Division (6609-J) EPA 402-K-01-001, March 2001 Cover Photo: Magnified photos of different species of mold.

Introduction Prevention Investigating, Evaluating, and Remediating Moisture and Mold Problems Mold Remediation - Key Steps Plan the Remediation Before Starting Work Remediation Plan HVAC System Hidden Mold   Remediation Table 1: Water Damage - Cleanup and Mold Prevention Table 2:  Mold Remediation Guidelines Cleanup Methods Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Containment Equipment How Do You Know When You Have Finished Remediation/Cleanup?   Checklist for Mold Remediation Resources List References Appendix A - Glossary Appendix B - Introduction to Molds Appendix C - Communication with Building Occupants PDF version (PDF, 54 pp, 4.8MB About PDF)

Acknowledgements

This document was prepared by the Indoor Environments Division (IED) of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. IED would like to thank the reviewers of this document who provided many valuable and insightful comments, and the contractors who provided support during the development of this document.

EPA would also like to thank those who provided photos: Terry Brennan (Photo #2, Photo #3A, Photo #4A, Photo #6, Photo #8, Photo #9); Paul Ellringer (Photo #4C); Stephen Vesper, Ph.D. (Photo #3B); and Chin Yang, Ph.D. (cover photos, Photo #4B, Photo #5, Photo #7).

Please note that this document presents recommendations on mold remediation.  EPA does not regulate mold or mold spores in indoor air.

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