QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS AND DETAILED EXPLANATIONS
The most critical course of action in restorative drying is to and begin as
soon as possible.
Answer-respond quickly & mitigation
All restorers should follow the standard of care for the water restoration profession developed by the
restoration industry entitled the IICRC .
Answer-S500
To help protect technicians from the many hazards associated with contaminated water losses, restorers
need to have ready access to several items. These items protect for all to the
body.
Answer-potential exposures
Respiratory protection regulations state that the employer must provide:
Answer-1. Medical evaluations
2. Fit testing
3. Training
The contract clearly states the agreement between the building owner and the restoration contractor.
The form specifies who is responsible for payment and should be signed work begins.
Answer-before
The technicians first responsibility when arriving at a water damage site is to identify, communicate, and
eliminate if reasonably possible.
Answer-safety hazards
Federal regulations apply to the handling of based paint and asbestos.
Answer-lead
After safety concerns have been addressed and the initial water source has been stopped, the restorer
must complete an evaluation of the water's migration through the structure. During this process, the
,restorer inspects all areas.
Answer-potentially affected
, The ultimate goal is to find the "edge" of water migration, which moves in a three-dimensional path
throughout the structure. This is accomplished across carpeted surfaces using a , and
across most hard surfaces using a - (non-penetrating) moisture meter.
Answer-moisture sensor & non-invasive
Water from a clean source with no substantial risk of causing sickness of discomfort is said to be
_ water.
Answer-Category 1
Water that has a significant degree of chemical, biological, and/or physical contamination and a
potential to cause sickness or discomfort is ________ _.
Answer-Category 2
Cleaning procedures must be employed before the drying of a Category 2 water loss can continue. At a
minimum, affected (or pad) must be removed and disposed of, and carpet must be
throughly cleaned using hot water extraction method.
Answer-carpet underlay
When water intrusion results from a grossly unsanitary source or carries (disease causing)
agents, it is said to be Category 3.
Answer-pathogenic
Workers and occupant and safety are the first priority on every sewage loss. Areas affected by
Category 3 water intrusion are marked and posted as potentially hazardous.
Answer-health
Various cleaning and decontamination procedures must be used on Category 3 water losses, including
the removal of all materials affected by the water intrusion.
Answer-highly porous
When resistance is encountered and performing proper services in a Category 3 water loss becomes a
challenge, restorers immediately to prevent liability and address the conflict.
Answer-stop work