Mould Contamination
Mould in the home or office can grow on just about anything. From the structural roofing timbers to the paper in your hands right now. All that is required for mould to grow is a small quantity of moisture. In some circumstances even a low level of humidity produces enough moisture to support the growth of mould.
Mould can affect health by releasing spores into the environment which can cause breathing difficulties, allergic reactions, dermatitis and even systemic infections such as septicaemia in extreme cases. Even spores of mould which are not alive can still cause respiratory and toxicity problems to building occupants.
Getex has occupational hygienists experienced in mould and mould health issues. We can assess your home or office right now. Some of the basic services we offer as part of a mould assessment include:
- Full visual inspection of the building for evidence of mould growth and/or signs of water leaks and moisture accumulation.
- Air sampling for mould using a specially designed air sampler and selective nutrient agar medium for the capture, growth and isolation of any airborne mould.
- Surface sampling for mould using specially designed swabs to lift, grow and isolate mould directly off any surface.
- Atmospheric assessments of temperature and humidity to determine if mould growth can be supported in the environment.
- Recommendations on remediation if required, including interim control measures and primary and secondary measures required to fix the mould problem (e.g. mould treatment, rectification of moisture accumulation, changes to building ventilation systems, etc).
Contact Getex today to find out more.