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A comprehensive study guide for the mold assessor technician exam, covering various topics such as mold identification, sampling methods, remediation procedures, and safety measures. It includes 100 questions with answers, ensuring a 100% pass rate for those who study it thoroughly.
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The Texas Mold Assessment and Remediation Rules states that notice signs must be legible from: a. 5 feet b. 10 feet c. 15 feet d. 25 feet b. 10 feet
After completing any training course required by the Texas Mold Assessment and Remediation Rules, how long do you have to take and pass the state examination? a. 6 weeks b. 6 months c. 9 months d. 1 year b. 6 months
The assigned protection factor (PF) for an N-95 respirator is: a. 5 - 10 b. 20 - 30 c. 40 - 50 d. 60 - 70 e. There is no PF rating for an N-95 respirator a. 5 - 10
According to the EPA's "Mold Remediation in Schools and Commercial Buildings" document, the EPA recommends the following for cleanup of books and papers that were damaged with clean water within 24-48 hours: a. Discard all books and papers b. Photocopy and discard originals c. Freeze or freeze-dry originals d. None of the above e. A., B. and C. above e. A., B. and C. above
A. Discard all books and papers., B. Photocopy and discard originals, and C. Freeze or freeze-dry originals
When sampling with a spore trap you are usually trying to determine: a. Species identification of surface molds b. Species identification of airborne molds c. Genus identification of surface molds d. Genus identification of airborne molds e. Identification of viable mold spores d. Genus identification of airborne molds
d. Allergenco Sampler e. Swap Sampler c. Andersen Sampler
According to the Texas Mold Assessment and Remediation Rules, if a contractor is working under the Exceptions and Exemptions subsection and identifies additional mold that affects a total surface area of more than 25 contiguous square feet they shall:
a. Continue working and hope no one notices. b. Immediately cease all remediation work and replace any contaminated materials so an assessment can be performed. c. Immediately cease all remediation work and implement emergency containment if necessary. d. Immediately cease all remediation work and contact the Department. c. Immediately cease all remediation work and implement emergency containment if necessary.
According to the Texas Mold Assessment and Remediation Rules, a containment area is defined as: a. An area that has been enclosed to house violent criminals b. An area that has been enclosed to control the release of harmful vapors into the surrounding area. c. An area that has been enclosed to control the release of mold or mold- containing vapors into the surrounding area. d. An area that has been enclosed to control the release of chemicals into the surrounding area. c. An area that has been enclosed to control the release of mold or mold- containing vapors into the surrounding area.
A musty odor indoors usually indicates: a. Mildewed laundry
b. Moist conditions
According to the EPA's "Mold Remediation in Schools and Commercial Buildings" document, the EPA recommends the following for cleanup of non-porous hard surface areas: a. Cleaned with a detergent solution b. Should be disposed of c. Stored d. Remediated a. Cleaned with a detergent solution
What is the normal air flow rate for an Air-O-Cell cassette: a. 15 ml/minute b. 15 liters/second c. 15 meters/minute d. 28.3 liters/minute e. 15 liters/minute e. 15 liters/minute
According to the EPA's "Mold Remediation in Schools and Commercial Buildings", it is recommended that water damaged cellulose ceiling tiles should be: a. Tested b. Cleaned c. Stored d. Discarded d. Discarded
What is the normal air flow rate used for an Andersen Sampler: a. 28.3 ml/minute
b. 28.3 liters/second c. 28.3 meters/minute d. 28.3 liters/minute e. 15 liters/minute d. 28.3 liters/minute
According to the Texas Mold Assessment and Remediation Rules, who can write a mold management plan? a. A licensed mold assessment consultant b. A licensed mold assessment technician c. A licensed mold assessment contractor d. All of the above a. A licensed mold assessment consultant
Health effects from inhalation of mold spores could be: a. Hypersensitivity pneumonitis b. Toe nail infection c. Rhinitis d. All of the above e. A and C above e. A and C above
According to the Texas Mold Assessment and Remediation Rules, a mold is defined as: a. Spores b. Hyphae
d. Living or dead fungi e. All of the above e. All of the above
According to the Texas Mold Assessment and Remediation Rules, notice signs for mold remediation projects must say: a. NOTICE: Mold analysis project in progress b. ATTENTION: Mold remediation project in progress c. ATTENTION: Black mold; keep out d. NOTICE: Mold remediation project in progress d. NOTICE: Mold remediation project in progress
According to the Texas Mold Assessment and Remediation Rules, containment is not required for a contaminated area of less than: a. 10 contiguous square feet b. 25 contiguous square feet c. 50 contiguous square feet d. 100 contiguous square feet b. 25 contiguous square feet
According to Table 2 of the EPA's "Mold Remediation in Schools and Commercial Buildings", it is recommended that a carpeted area of 50 square feet that has Mold contamination from clean water should be: a. Wet vacuumed, HEPA vacuumed or discarded in well-sealed plastic bags b. Wet vacuumed, damp wiped, or discarded in well-sealed plastic bags c. Damp wiped, HEPA vacuumed or discarded in well-sealed plastic bags
d. Steam cleaned, HEPA vacuumed or damp wiped
c. Any air within the envelope of a building, including air spaces normally occupied by persons in the building, excluding air in attics and crawl spaces that are vented to the outside of the building
The department may issue an administrative penalty, deny an application, suspend, suspend on an emergency basis, suspend with probationary terms, or revoke the credentials of a person who: a. Has fraudulently or deceptively obtained or attempted to obtain the credential, ID card or approval, including engaging in misconduct or dishonesty during the state licensing examination, such as cheating or having another person take or attempt to take the examination for that person b. Duplicates or allows another person to duplicate a credential, ID card or approval c. Falsifies records for mold-related activities that the department requires the person to create, submit, or maintain d. Is convicted of a felony or misdemeanor arising from mold-related activity e. All of the above e. All of the above
a. Has fraudulently or deceptively obtained or ...
If a person violates the Texas Mold Assessment and Remediation Act or an order, the department may assess an administrative penalty of: a. At least $500.00 per day b. Up to $1,500.00 per violation c. Less than $250.00 per violation d. Not more than $5,000.00 per violation e. Not more than $7,500.00 per violation d. Not more than $5,000.00 per violation
For mold to grow, it requires:
a. Food source
A spore trap sample is collected at a flow rate of 15 liters/minute for 7 minutes. What is the sample volume? a. 10.5 liters b. 105 liters c. 1005 liters d. 10.5 milliliters b. 105 liters
According to Table 2 of the EPA's "Mold Remediation in Schools and Commercial Buildings", it is recommended that a contaminated area of 25 contiguous square feet have which of the following containments: a. Two layers of fire retardant polyethylene sheeting with one airlock chamber maintaining the area under negative pressure and HEPA filtered fan exhausted outside of building. Block supply and return air vents within the contaminated area. b. Polyethylene sheeting ceiling to floor around affected area with a slit entry and covering flap; maintaining the area under negative pressure with HEPA filtered fan unit. Block supply and return air vents within the containment area. c. The containment must prevent the spread of mold to areas of the building outside the containment area. Block supply and return air vents within the contaminated area. d. None recommended e. A or B above b. Polyethylene sheeting ceiling to floor around affected area with a slit entry and covering flap; maintaining the area under negative pressure with HEPA filtered fan unit. Block supply and return air vents within the containment area.
According to Table 2 of the EPA's "Mold Remediation in Schools and Commercial Buildings", if the total surface area affected is greater than 100 sq. ft. the recommended PPE is: a. Gloves, N-95 respirator or half face respirator with HEPA filter, disposable overalls, goggles/eye protection b. Gloves, disposable full body clothing, headgear, foot coverings, full face respirator with HEPA filter
c. Gloves, N-95 respirator, goggles / eye protection
e. Mold analysis laboratory
b. Mold remediation contractor
According to the Texas Mold Assessment and Remediation Rules, a licensed mold remediation contractor may perform mold remediation and supervise registered mold remediation workers performing mold remediation, and: a. Establish post-remediation clearance criteria b. Prepare a mold remediation work plan providing instructions for the remediation efforts to be performed for a mold remediation project c. Collect surface samples for identification of microbial species d. Design a mold remediation protocol e. Determine when and where PPE will be used b. Prepare a mold remediation work plan providing instructions for the remediation efforts to be performed for a mold remediation project
If samples for laboratory analysis are collected during a mold assessment: a. Sampling may be performed based on innovative methods b. It is not necessary to take precautions to preserve sample integrity c. Proper sample documentation, including the sampling method, the sample identification code, each location and material sampled, the date collected, the name of the person who collected the samples, and the project name or number must be recorded for each sample d. A mold remediation contractor may perform this task e. Samples may be analyzed in a basement or garage laboratory run by the remediation company c. Proper sample documentation, including the sampling method, the sample identification code, each location and material sampled, the date collected, the name of the person who collected the samples, and the project name or number must be recorded for each sample
Containment must be specified in a mold remediation protocol when the mold contamination affects a total surface area of 25 contiguous square feet or more for the project. According to the Texas Mold Assessment and Remediation Rules, containment is not required if: