Question 1

Can I Have An Employee Of My Business Clean Up The Scene?

Accepted Answer

OSHA’s Bloodborne Pathogen Standards; 29CFR1910.1030, states that employees must be provided with information and training prior to dealing with blood or other potentially infectious material (OPIM), including:

The Blood borne Pathogen Standard
    Epidemiology, symptoms and transmission of blood borne diseases
    Your facility’s exposure control plan (businesses must have one in advance of any exposure)
    PPE (personal protective equipment) provided at no cost by the business
    Information on the Hepatitis B vaccine and information on how to receive it (provided at no cost by the business)
    Provide a method to safely remove and/or store biohazardous waste (A medical waist disposal contact is required.)

Question 2

Can’t I Just Let My Regular Cleaning Or Janitorial Service Clean Up Biohazardous Waste?

Accepted Answer

Only if you know that they comply with OSHA’s Bloodborne Pathogen Standard, 29CFR1910.1030 (see above). You are ultimately responsible for whom you choose to clean up a biohazardous situation.

Question 3

Why Is Mold Growing In My Home?

Accepted Answer

Molds are part of the natural environment. Outdoors, molds play a part in nature by breaking down dead organic matter such as fallen leaves and dead trees, but indoors, mold growth should be avoided. Molds reproduce by means of tiny spores; the spores are invisible to the naked eye and float through outdoor and indoor air. Mold may begin growing indoors when mold spores land on surfaces that are wet. There are many types of mold, and all of them require damp conditions to grow.

Question 4

Is Mold Dangerous To Humans?

Accepted Answer

Molds produce allergens, which can cause reactions in people who are allergic to molds such as sneezing, runny nose, red eyes, and skin rash. For people who have asthma, mold can also cause asthma attacks. Some molds produce mycotoxins. There are poisonous substances that can cause health effects in humans. Mold exposure is unhealthy. Mold should be properly cleaned up when found in any indoor environment.

Question 5

How Quickly Does Mold Grow?

Accepted Answer

Mold requires several conditions to grow. It needs food, moisture, and the right temperature. Once these are met, spores may germinate after 12 hours and can start to grow within 24 to 48 hours. How quickly molds colonize depends on what kind of mold it is. This is why it is essential to act immediately in the event of water damage.

Question 6

How Can You Prevent Mold From Spreading During Removal?

Accepted Answer

To take care of a mold problem, you must remove the mold and mold spores. You must also fix the water problem. When removing mold, it is important to prevent spores from spreading to unaffected areas. To do this, the remediator will set up containment to block vents, doors, and any other openings through which spores could reach clean areas. Negative pressurization is established in the contained area.

Question 7

Can employees of my business clean up biohazardous scenes themselves?

Accepted Answer

Employees must be trained according to OSHA’s Bloodborne Pathogen Standards before handling biohazardous materials, including having PPE, vaccination info, and proper waste disposal methods provided by the business.

Question 8

Can regular janitorial services handle biohazardous waste cleanup?

Accepted Answer

Only if they comply with OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogen Standard. You are ultimately responsible for choosing a compliant service to clean biohazardous waste.

Question 9

Why is mold growing inside my home?

Accepted Answer

Mold grows indoors when spores land on moist surfaces. It requires damp conditions to grow, and different types need food, moisture, and suitable temperatures to thrive.

Question 10

Is mold exposure harmful to humans?

Accepted Answer

Mold can produce allergens causing sneezing, red eyes, or skin rash. It may trigger asthma attacks and some molds produce mycotoxins which can be poisonous. Mold should be properly removed from indoor environments.

Question 11

How fast does mold grow after water damage?

Accepted Answer

Mold spores may germinate after 12 hours and begin growth within 24 to 48 hours, depending on the mold type, so immediate action after water damage is essential.

Question 12

How do professionals prevent mold spores from spreading during removal?

Accepted Answer

Remediators use containment to block openings like vents and doors, and establish negative pressure in the affected area to prevent spores from contaminating clean spaces.

Question 13

What services does Bio Clean of Utah offer?

Accepted Answer

They provide crime scene and suicide cleanup, mold inspection and removal, water damage cleanup, and fire and smoke damage restoration with 24/7 emergency response.

Question 14

What are the business hours of Bio Clean of Utah?

Accepted Answer

Bio Clean of Utah operates 24/7, providing emergency mold remediation and restoration services all day, every day.

Question 15

How can nearby automotive services like Pacheco Motors and Jah Collision and Repair help Bio Clean clients?

Accepted Answer

Clients dealing with vehicle damage or needing repairs at nearby Pacheco Motors or Jah Collision can conveniently access restoration services from Bio Clean of Utah located close by for property or vehicle cleanup needs.

Question 16

What recreational and fitness venues are near Bio Clean of Utah for clients to visit?

Accepted Answer

Nearby gyms like Kairos Fitness, Cirque du Kairos, and Acalo CrossFit offer wellness options, while entertainment such as The Improvables comedy club and Backstage Performing Arts theatre provide leisure activities before or after service visits.

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