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New Georgia Law Regulating Trauma Scene Cleanup Goes Into Effect Jan. 1

December 17, 2020

Georgia Legislators drafted HB 417 to protect families and business from predatory service providers who were slipping through the cracks.

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Georgia Governor Signs New Law Regulating the Crime and Trauma Cleanup Industry

Gordy Powell

October 1, 2020

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It took five years and three bill designations, but history has finally been made in Georgia with the passage of Georgia Act 566. The first bill (HB 149) died in committee, the second (SB 153) was vetoed on the last day, but HB 417 survived.

Georgia Becomes First State to Regulate Crime Scene Cleanup

August 19, 2020

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State leaders took decisive action following numerous complaints and findings of unethical practices, illegal dumping of human remains and countless acts of theft in homes.

Cross Examination

How to Set Customer Expectations In a COVID Cleanup Contract

Edward H. Cross Esq., "The Restoration Lawyer"

June 28, 2020

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The scope of work in a coronavirus cleanup contract should tamp down the expectations of the customer.

Restorer's Perspective: Examining Proper Protocols in Mold Remediation

Summarizing a Master’s Degree research project on mold remediation practices.

Todd Taylor

September 13, 2017

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A side from our industry standards, there is little to no regulation or licensing required to perform mold remediation and inspections in most states.

The Future is Now: Looking Back at Industry Trends Leading in to 2016

Michael A. Pinto CSP, SMS, CMP, RTPE, FLS, ERS

September 19, 2016

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As I prepare this, we are two-thirds of the way through 2016, so it is probably good time to take a look back at my predictions of future trends and see which were hits, and which were misses.

Restoration Roundup: Unlicensed Mold Remediation, Atlantic Hurricane Season, Meth Cleanup, & More | 9.6.16

September 6, 2016

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March IAQA Legislative Update: Mold, Lead Paint, Radon, Asbestos & More

Legislative update details changes in California, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Texas, & abroad

March 29, 2016

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This month’s update could cover only a fraction of the committee’s ongoing activity. Within, there are updates on mold, lead paint, radon and legionella.

13 Future Trends UPDATE: Struggling Franchises & Increased Bureaucracy

U.S. Supreme Court, OSHA, & State Involvement

Michael A. Pinto CSP, SMS, CMP, RTPE, FLS, ERS

January 20, 2016

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"Parading workers out of a job site in handcuffs is a sure way to destroy the trust of the community of workers that can take years to rebuild."

New York Restoration Company Hosting State-Approved Mold Remediator Training

New law requires New York State mold remediators to be licensed, effective Jan. 1, 2016

November 2, 2015

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If you're a mold remediator in New York State scrambling to get certified by Jan. 1, 2016, there is help!

Why Smoke Odors Return After Fire Damage Restoration

How Commercial and Residential Restoration Equipment Differ

HEPA Filtration in the Field: Performance, Setup, and Mistakes - Part 2

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Hurricane Response: What’s Changed, Who’s at Risk, and How to Scale Without Breaking

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