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71 Cards in this Set
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When a water loss occurs, the single most critical factor is the ammount of time the structure remains _____ ____. It is for this reason that initialy the most critical course of action in restorative drying is to ____ _____.
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abnormally wet
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Due to the number of variables the restorer must frequently revisit the tools, systems, and science throughout the ____ ____?
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drying process
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The standard of care for the water restorartion profession is _____ ?
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IICRC S500
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Restorative Drying is a process used to recover from many forms of water intrusion by
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assessment
documentation controlled drying selective replacement |
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The goal of the restoration process is to transform an abnormally wet, potentially damaged structure into an environment that can be reoccupied of equal or better apperance and cleanliness than before the intrusion occurred and to do so in the most ______ and _____ means possible.
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economical and efficient
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Once the perimeter is identified the restorer then documents what types of materials have been _____
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affected
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Affected materials are evaluated against three criteria to determine if they should be restored or replaced these are
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degree of contaimination
damage to item replace cost vs restoration cost |
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In addition to indentifying which materials are to be saved the restorer must decide to use ____ or ____ drying
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aggressive or disruptive
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All materials that are determined restorable are inspected further and the ammount of moisture absorbed by the material is _____ and _____.
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measured and documented
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Is it drying? the restorer compares two sets of data within a ____ period to determine if drying is occurring
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24 hr
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As materials return to normal moisture levels the restorer must ask is it done they know it is done by comparing affected materials against a _______ _______.
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dry standard
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Every job is different so the approach should be _____
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different
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What safety items must a restorer have constant access?
__________ _______ ______ _________ ________ ____________ |
Chem Resistant Gloves
Splash Goggles Respirator hard hat rubber boots protective clothing |
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Utilization of respiratory eqp must conform to ____ _____
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OSHA regulationa
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What are the three things employers must provide regarding respirators
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Medical Evals
Fit Testing Training |
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What is the minimum medical requirement water techs must have to perform their duties?
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Medical Consultation
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The risk of infection is signifcantly reduced through proper use of ppe and ______ ______.
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appropriate immunization
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What is the first line of defense against potential safety hazards?
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Awarness
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What does a work authorization cleary states?
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Agreement between building owner and restoration contractor.
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What needs to be signed before work begins?
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Work Auth
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What is the technicians first responsibility when arriving at a water damage?
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Identify safety hazards and eliminate them as much as possible.
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What is the most common safety hazards associated with water damaged structures?
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Slips and Falls
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Federal Regulations apply to the handling of ________________ and _________
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Lead based paints and asbestos
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Whats Wet? Process
What does the restorer inspect during this process? |
All potentially affected areas
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The ultimate goals is to find the ____ of the water migration. The ____ is found in carpeted surfaces using a _____ ______ and in most hard surface using a ____ _____
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edge
perimeter moisture sensor moisture meter |
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Category 1 Water is from a clean source with no substantial risk of causing _____ or ______.
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sickness or discomfort
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Category 2 water carries a significant degree of _____, _______, or _____ ______
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chemical
biological physical contamination |
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_______ ________ must be emplored before continuing the drying process at a minimum ___ _____ must be removed and disposed of and the _____ must be thoroughly cleaned using hot water extraction.
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Cleaning Procedures
Carpet Underlay Carpet |
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Category 3 water results from a grossly ____ _____ or carries ______ ______.
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unsanitary source
pathogenic agents |
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On Cat 3 losses ______ and ______ health and safety are the first priority on every project.
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worker and occupant
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Cat 3 Water - Various ______ and _______ procedures must be used including the removal of all highly ______ materials affected by the cat 3 water.
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cleaning and decontamination
porous |
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Cat 3 Loss - When resistance is still encountered and performing services properly becomes a challenge restorers ____ ____ ____ to prevent liability
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stop work immediately
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Special Situations - Losses that have regulated or hazardous materials contaiminating the structure. Restorers must have specialized training to address these substances or use third party experts typically labeled ____ ____ ____
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Indoor Environmental Professional
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Pre existing damage is a condition that was present ______ the water intrusion that may or may not have been caused by moisture.
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before
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The most important forms of pre-existing damage to note are _____ ______ and ______ _______
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mold growth
carpet delamination |
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When extensive delamination is discovered technicians must call it to the attention of all ______ _______ parties and document the condition
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materially interested
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Typical Causes of carpet delaminaton are
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Folding or stretching of carpet when wetAtOverly aggressive extraction
Improperly specified carpet underlay |
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Pre existing damage must be identified and documented in the _____ _____ ____ then clearly communicated to all parties concerned.
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Initial Inspection Report
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At what relative humidity will hygroscopic material absorb excess water vapor?
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60%
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_______ materials are very susceptible to secondary damage because they gain and lose moisture continually in an effort to equalize with the water content in the surrounding air.
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Hygroscopic
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When water runs through a wall cavity inspection holes must be cut to see if the insulation has lost its _ ____
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R Value
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According to OSHA _____ must be handled and removed only by qualified personel
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Asbestos
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______ ______ is a dynamic process in which a number of variables are contantly influencing the restorer's result, returning the structure to a clean dry and safe living enviornment
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Restorative Drying
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As wet areas are identified the _____ of affected materials must be established.
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types
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Individuals with ____ ____ ____ are evacuated from the cat 3 affected structure until it is judged safe for occupancy.
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Compromised Immune Systems
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If attempting to restore any highly pourous items affected by a cat 3 water restorers must be sure to properly apply _____, allow proper dwell time, perform _______ cleaning and employ ____ ____ testing
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biocide
intensive third party |
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Carpet delamination is the loss of integrity in the adhesives used to laminate the _____ and _____ backing.
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primary and secondary
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Secondary damage includes dimensional changes, loss of structural integrity , ______ ____ and staining
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microbial growth
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The most effective way to speed the drying process is to remove as much of the water in a liquid state as possible during the ____ _____.
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extraction phase
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Waste water is best disposed of into a _____ ____.
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Sanitary Sewer
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The primary goal of the initial extraction of the affected area is to contain further _______ of the water within the structure.
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migration
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Whenever carpet must be disengaged from the tack strip, a ____ ____ and_____ _____ must be used
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knee kicker and carpet awl
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The majority of carpet underlay has a skin or mesh on the top side the purpose of this skin is to ease _____ ____ during installation.
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carpet stretching
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L x W x H of water = Cubic foot of water (CFW)
CFW x _.__ = gallons of water GW GW x _.__ = Weight of Water |
7.48
8.34 |
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_____ and _____ with dehumidification are the only ways water can be removed from a wet structure.
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Extraction and evaporation
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______ cleaning or disinfecting treatment designed to reduce the number of pathogenic microorganisms to a safe level
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Sanitizer
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______ solution designed to destroy or inhibit the growth of microorganisms but not necessarily their spores.
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Disinfectant
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_____ A product designed to destroy all microorganisms and their spores.
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Sterilizer
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Any product labeled as an antimicrobial will have an ____ registration number and an approved ____ label
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EPA
EPA |
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Most antimicrobials require that the area of application be _____ by ____ and pets during application and for a period of time after application.
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vacated
occupants |
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The use of _____ may or may not be advisable. General procedures that are antimicrobial in nature are always employed
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Biocide
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When using a biocide it is important to first conduct a ______ _____ with the owner and occupants.
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customer briefing
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The amount of moisture absorbed by structural materials is measured most accurately with a _____ _____ not a _____ _____
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moisture meter
moisture sensor |
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A _____-______ measures air temperature and relative humidity.
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thermo-hygrometer
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A thermo-hygrometer is used to monitor any air that can influence the _________ and/or ______ within a drying enviornment.
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temperature and/or humidity
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Four key questions of drying are
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whats wet
how wet is it is it drying is it done/dry |
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Establishing a ____ _____ is the best way to set restorative drying goals.
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dry standard
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The moisture sensor is the most basic of moisture detection instruments. It is designed to detect high levels of moisture in ____ and _____.
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carpet and underlay
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The difference between invasive moisture meters and moisture sensors is the ability to ____ the moisture
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measure
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Non invasive meters are the most effective tools for locating abnormal moisture behind and beneath finishing materials such as ______ _____ and ____ floor coverings.
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ceramic tile and vinyl
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Non invasive meters can give false positive readings on suspect material for a number of reasons most often because of _____ hidden within or behind the material being monitored.
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metal
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