Mold Awareness
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Many businesses and organizations, including government-owned facilities, can experience mold at their facilities at some point in their business life. A mold is a fungi that germinates from spores in moist conditions on the surface of food, fabric, wood, paper, or insulation. Not everyone is at risk from exposure to molds but certain groups of individuals, including infants and the elderly, are particularly susceptible to mold-induced allergies or infections. Providing information on the hazards associated with mold is an important aspect of the health and safety requirements for businesses and organizations.The course was developed and reviewed with subject matter support provided by certified subject matter experts and industry professionals. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
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identify characteristics of molds
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identify positive effects of molds
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identify examples of the ways that humans are exposed to molds
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identify examples of people most at risk from exposure to molds
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identify examples of areas where molds might grow
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identify common indoor molds
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recognize biological mechanisms and their associated symptoms
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recognize signs of mold in the workplace
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identify methods of preventing mold from growing
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identify methods and procedures for cleaning up mold
IN THIS COURSE
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Mold Awareness1m
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Introduction to Molds2m
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Knowledge Check: Introduction to Molds2m
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How Mold Exposure Occurs3m
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Knowledge Check: How Mold Exposure Occurs2m
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Locations Where Mold Might Be Found4m
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Knowledge Check: Locations Where Mold Might Be Found2m
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Symptoms and Effects of Mold4m
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Knowledge Check: Symptoms and Effects of Mold1m
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Mold in the Workplace4m
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Knowledge Check: Mold in the Workplace1m
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Preventing and Cleaning Up Molds4m
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Knowledge Check: Preventing and Cleaning Up Molds3m
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