Overview/Description Target Audience Prerequisites Expected Duration Lesson Objectives Course Number Overview/Description
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 appears as a coating or discoloration that develops in a damp atmosphere 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. This course is part of the Safety and Health Series and is aimed at any employee whose normal job activities could result in occupational exposure to mold. This course provides the learner with the basic understanding of mold awareness in the workplace - how mold grows and spreads, how to recognize mold, the routes of human exposure to mold, associated health effects from mold exposure, and methods of mold prevention and clean up. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by EnSafe Inc., a global professional services company focusing on engineering, environment, health and safety, and information technology. 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.
Target Audience
Any employee, supervisor, manager, or visitor of a facility where mold may be present - these can be personnel in large corporations, small to medium size enterprises, and government and municipal facilities