{"id":603,"date":"2016-11-28T03:51:10","date_gmt":"2016-11-28T07:51:10","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.sternmold.com\/blog\/?p=603"},"modified":"2016-11-25T19:53:22","modified_gmt":"2016-11-25T23:53:22","slug":"what-do-i-need-to-know-about-mold-in-the-workplace","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sternmold.com\/blog\/2016\/11\/28\/what-do-i-need-to-know-about-mold-in-the-workplace\/","title":{"rendered":"What Do I Need to Know About Mold in the Workplace?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"attachment_14\" style=\"width: 224px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-14\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-14\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sternmold.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/MP9003860551-214x300.jpg\" alt=\"Mold in an Office Building is No Problem for Us\" width=\"214\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sternmold.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/MP9003860551-214x300.jpg 214w, https:\/\/www.sternmold.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/MP9003860551-731x1024.jpg 731w, https:\/\/www.sternmold.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/MP9003860551.jpg 750w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 214px) 100vw, 214px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-14\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Mold in an Office Building is No Problem for Us<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Mold in your home is a threat to your family&#8217;s health, but there are additional considerations when there&#8217;s an infestation in your office or business. Here is what the United States Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has to say about the matter of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.osha.gov\/dts\/shib\/shib101003.html\" target=\"_blank\">mold in the workplace<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Detection and Prevention<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Any interior mold should always be removed, so testing is necessary only when visible growth can&#8217;t be confirmed.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sternmold.com\/blog\/2016\/10\/24\/how-to-be-proactive-in-your-office-to-prevent-a-mold-infestation\/\" target=\"_blank\">Excess moisture<\/a> opens the door to mold growth, so water leaks and spills should be treated thoroughly within 24 to 48 hours.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Maintain a regular building inspection schedule, paying close attention to HVAC systems, kitchens and bathrooms.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Health Issues<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u2022 The connection between <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sternmold.com\/blog\/2016\/09\/14\/what-are-the-symptoms-of-mold-exposure\/\" target=\"_blank\">mold growth and illness<\/a> is still being studied, so there are currently no specific federal guidelines regarding mold in the workplace.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Allergic reactions such as sneezing and red, itchy eyes are the most common health effects of inhaling mold spores.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Consult a healthcare professional to address any concerns your employees may have.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Remediation<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u2022 An effective remediation plan should include steps to remove excess moisture and other conditions encouraging mold growth.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Personal protection equipment such as goggles and respirators should be used by all remediation workers.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Eating and drinking on-site should be avoided during the remediation process.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Depending on the scope of the project, employees may need to be relocated while remediation is taking place.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Professional Mold Removal Service in NYC and Northern NJ<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Our eco-friendly, non-invasive <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sternmold.com\/blog\/2016\/10\/31\/stern-molds-unique-patented-moldexterm-system\/\" target=\"_blank\">MoldExterm system<\/a> is an efficient and cost-effective treatment for mold in the workplace. Contact us today to schedule a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sternmold.com\/free-mold-treatment-quote.php\" target=\"_blank\">free mold inspection<\/a> by our experienced and professionally-trained technicians.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Mold in your home is a threat to your family&#8217;s health, but there are additional considerations when there&#8217;s an infestation in your office or business. Here is what the United States Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has to say about the matter of mold in the workplace. 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