1. Scope
1.1 This guide covers locating suspect mold growth in buildings and characterizing it in terms of potential impacts and remedial measures needed. 1.2 The initial survey is based primarily on visual observation. Follow-up options include fungal sampling, moisture evaluation, and medical investigation.
Mold exposure has become a major issue with commercial building surveys being conducted without consistent methodology or interpretation. This standard will be of interest to building management, the insurance industry, environmental inspectors, the general public, EPA, and state agencies.
Keywords
suspect mold growth
The title and scope are in draft form and are under development within this ASTM Committee.
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