The Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC), a global standards developing and credentialing organization accredited through the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), has announced a new Mold Uncovered campaign which emphasizes the importance of proper mould remediation through accredited industry standards and certifications.

Mould is a pervasive yet largely unregulated issue worldwide. Left unchecked, it can cause issues in indoor facilities and environments that can have significant and lasting health impacts.

According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the rise in extreme weather conditions associated with climate change has led to and will continue to lead to more growth of indoor fungi and mould. Moreover, according to the  United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), mould exposure can lead to upper respiratory issues, especially among children and those with immune suppression or respiratory issues.

In the face of this increasing threat, accredited standards and certifications are essential to ensuring that mould remediation is performed correctly. The IICRC’s Mold Uncovered site features an interactive map that tracks which states have taken legislative or regulatory action incorporating accredited standards and certifications, and which are falling behind. The website also features recommended legislative language.

“Mould issues continue to destroy healthy homes and displace families,” said Michael Dakduk, IICRC president and CEO. “Virtually every state in the US requires individuals to attain a license to cut hair. We need the same level of commitment to mould remediation and mould assessments. Lawmakers must take action by adopting accredited standards and certifications.”

Found out more at molduncovered.org.