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Property owners who suspect they have Chinese Drywall

PRESS RELEASE– NORMI, the National Organization of Remediators and Mold Inspectors, a not-for-profit certifying agency based in Louisiana, is looking for property owners who suspect they may have used Corrosive Chinese Drywall in the reconstruction of their home or office after Hurricanes Katrina and Rita in 2005. NORMI is conducting field studies to determine and [...]

Chinese Drywall Education

Best Training School is now incorporating a module on Chinese Drywall Remediation into its five-day CMR (Certified Mold Remediation) class.

Proctored Exams Upgraded

NORMI has introduced the first of its kind, proctored interview exam for those interested in becoming certified as a Mold Assessor (CMA) or Mold Remediator (CMR).

ENERGY CONSUMPTION SURVEY

NORMI announced today that it has unveils a new Energy Consumption Audit program for the homeowner who wants a “Do-it-Yourself” program that is affordable but covers the major concerns they have about power usage in their home.

BTS BRINGS NORMI TO PORTLAND

Best Training School, LLC a training provider for many states, announced today that they will be bringing their classes to Portland OR for a BTS Regional Training scheduled for June 4-6, 2009. This event will feature classes on indoor air quality, power savings devices, mold inspection and assessment

HEALTH INSURANCE BENEFITS

It was announced today that NORMI, the National Organization of Remediators and Mold Inspectors, will now be offering, to its Bronze, Silver, and Gold Members, including all active affiliates and accredited members, a Special Health (Medical) benefits program

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Biological Pollutants

What are they?

Biological pollutants include bacteria, viruses, fungi, pollen, dust mites and other insects, animal dander (tiny scales from hair, feathers or skin) and molds and mildew. They can travel through the air and are often invisible. They are usually inhaled, either alone or by attaching themselves to particles of dust and then entering the respiratory system.

What do they do?

Some biological contaminants trigger allergic reactions, including hypersensitivity pneumonitis, allergic rhinitis, and some types of asthma. Infectious diseases, such as influenza, measles, and chicken pox are transmitted through the air. Molds and mildew release disease-causing toxins. Symptoms of health problems caused by biological pollutants include sneezing, watery-eyes, coughing, shortness of breath, dizziness, lethargy, fever, and digestive problems.

What you can do about them.

Control the humidity. Biological pollutants thrive in damp, warm environments. A relative humidity of 30-50 percent is recommended for homes. If you use a cool mist or ultra sonic humidifier clean it daily and only use distilled water.
Keep air conditioner filters clean and change them often.
If possible install exhaust fans that are vented outside in your kitchen and bathrooms. Clothes dryers should also be vented outside.
Use synthetic bedding and wash it once a week in hot water.
Buy an air purifier. It removes and destroys biological pollutants, including microorganisms such as Mycobacterium tuberculosis, viruses, molds, fungi, dust mites, and allergens.