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Contamination Restoration & Remediation​
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Coverage of the people, tools and techniques related to forensic restoration, cleaning and disinfection, and specialty remediation services. Insights on biohazard cleanup, infectious disease control, crime scene cleanup, bedbug removal, hoarding cleanup, drug decontamination, asbestos removal, lead abatement, indoor air quality and more.
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bed bugs

What Temperature is Required to Kill Bed Bugs With Heat?

David Walters
May 18, 2022
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One of the most commonly asked questions we receive is, “what temperature kills bed bugs?” This question is typically followed up with, “how long should I conduct my treatment at the “kill” temperature?”


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allergens and indoor air quality

Fire and Furry: Effectively Using Containment to Create Cleaner Indoor Air

Keith gangitano
Keith Gangitano
Michael A. Pinto CSP, CMP, RTPE
May 17, 2022
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No, that is not a typo, it is definitely meant to be furry and not fury. We are talking about indoor air quality (IAQ) here, not Armageddon. But, make no mistake about it, for severe allergy sufferers the differences often feel like semantics.


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service dogs

Service Dogs for a Service-Dominant Industry

Gordy Powell
April 1, 2022
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One of the most challenging hurdles in the crime, trauma and death scene cleaning industry is helping a client navigate a life-changing, traumatic event. The other challenge is marketing such a sensitive service without being offensive, appearing non-sensitive or overbearing. For almost four decades, Gordy Powell has tried to reinvent how to market this industry in a tasteful, yet practical and successful way. Here, he shares a new approach.


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Respirator Use in the Restoration Industry

Awareness and Effort: Respirator Use in the Restoration Industry, Part 1 of 2

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Barry Rice
March 31, 2022
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In this first article of a two-part series on respiratory hazards and protections, Barry Rice, CSP, shares steps to correctly set up a respiratory protection program. In the second article, next month, he will cover how to implement and follow the program.


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Bioterrorism: Restoration Professionals Are Uniquely Situated to Respond, But Are They Ready?

Responding to Bioterrorism: Are Restoration Professionals Ready?

Ask the Expert
March 22, 2022
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What exactly is bioterrorism and what does it have to do with cleaning and restoration? Bioterrorism expert Dr. George Buck, Jeff Jones of the Microbial Warrior Experience, Jim Thompson of Jim Thompson & Co., and Larry Cooper of Experience events join us for a panel discussion on the role of cleaning and restoration pros in bioterrorism response in this Ask the Expert episode.


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abrasive blast media

Understanding Abrasive Blast Media

4 Key Characteristics, 5 Popular Choices
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Wayne Lawrence
March 7, 2022
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When considering abrasives for property restoration, four important physical characteristics help determine proper application. Media blasting expert Wayne Lawrence shares these characteristics along with popular alternatives to sand blasting in this overview of abrasive blast media.


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preventing hand injuries

Preventing Hand Injuries in Restoration Work

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Barry Rice
March 1, 2022
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Barry Rice, CSP, reviews successful methods for preventing hand injuries, one of the most common injuries in restoration work. He provides advice on choosing the right glove and glove training implementation.


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Real Stories: Growing Through Grit With Scott Harding

Real Stories: Growing Through Grit With Scott Harding

Ask the Expert
February 17, 2022
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Scott Harding is provincial manager of S.A.H Disaster Restoration Services, Vancouver Trauma Cleaning, and BC Trauma Cleaning Group, serving British Columbia. In this episode of Ask the Expert, he talks about the grind behind his company’s growth, including the long hours and wearing of many hats. He shares his journey from laborer to leader and his approach to keeping up with the times.


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ISSA

ISSA Relaunches Online Learning Center for Cleaning Professionals

February 15, 2022
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The worldwide cleaning industry association has relaunched its online learning platform as the ISSA Online Learning Center. The platform provides access to workshops and courses for cleaning industry professionals. 
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GBAC

Global Biorisk Advisory Council Publishes Peer-reviewed Paper on Air Quality in Non-Healthcare Settings

February 14, 2022
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GBAC's first official scientific paper has been accepted for publication. “Biological Air Quality Considerations for Non-Healthcare, As Built Environments,” was developed with support from the National Airduct Cleaners Association and addresses several strategies for improving indoor air quality in facilities such as schools, restaurants, convention centers and gyms. 


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IICRC - Water Restoration Technician (WRT) / Applied Structural Drying (ASD) COMBO - In Person: Destry Ransdell

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