Applied Microbial Remediation Technician / Specialist (AMRT/S)
4 day course

* WRT is a requirement

This course is designed to be a hands on, in depth learning experience that provides professional restorers with the necessary tools to perform mold and sewage remediation. Mold contamination has been identified as a major contributor to building related illness and poor indoor air quality. Without proper mitigation of a water loss, mold can become a growing problem, adding unnecessary $ to jobs.

In addition to mold issues, the effects and handling of sewage backflows have become major concerns for the restoration industry. The IICRC S500 Standard, which outlines remediation procedures for sewage back-flows, has changed the way restorers must deal with “Gray” and “Black” water losses. This course includes hands on training.

Hands on training will be at least 20% of the course.
All students will participate in the following:

• Erecting containment, including mini-containment and demonstrating the principle of decontamination chambers
• Temporary containment, such as zip walls, critical barriers, Z-flap; to install floor sheet(s), erect wall sheet(s), ceiling sheet, using necessary materials and supplies
• Establishing and monitoring negative pressure and managing airflow in each of the containment areas
• Demolition of drywall with simulated microbial contamination (dust control methods)
• HEPA vacuuming and cleaning procedures
• Removal of simulated mold from wood studs
• Donning and doffing of person protection equipment
• Containment (bagging) of contaminated materials

We have an extremely litigious society today leading to mold issues being brought to the surface of lawsuits. These law suits are primarily due to contractors, improper drying with water damage restoration companies and insurance industry personnel who may not have an understanding of total drydown procedures.

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