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Family/Community Involvement

1. Health Education. Physical Education. Family/Community Involvement. Health Promotion for Staff. Health Services. Nutrition Services. Healthy School Environment. Counseling, Psychological and Social Services. 2.

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Family/Community Involvement

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  2. Health Education Physical Education Family/Community Involvement Health Promotion for Staff Health Services Nutrition Services Healthy School Environment Counseling, Psychological and Social Services 2

  3. Today we will share important information about mold and how to prevent it. 3

  4. What is mold? • Molds are part of the natural environment. • They may begin growing indoors when mold spores land on surfaces that are wet.  • There are many types of mold, and none of them will grow without water or moisture. 4

  5. The key to mold control is moisture control. Mold spores will not grow if moisture is not present.  5

  6. If mold is a problem in your school, • you should clean up the mold promptly • and fix the water problem. 6

  7. It is important to dry • any water-damaged areas and any other items within 24-48 hours to prevent mold growth. 7

  8. Molds have the potential to cause health problems. • Allergic reactions to mold are common.  • They can be immediate or delayed.  • Molds can also cause asthma attacks in • people with asthma who are allergic to mold. 8

  9. Take precautions in your school • and prevent mold • from becoming a concern! 9

  10. EPA Informational Resources • EPA does not have any authority over indoor air issues such as mold.  • EPA is only allowed to provide information.  • EPA’s recommendations for cleaning up mold are on the EPA website • www.epa.gov/iaq 10

  11. EPA Informational Resources • In most cases state, county and local health departments do not have any authority over indoor air issues. • However, you might contact your local health department to see if they have any suggestions for your area.  11

  12. Additional Resources • EPA HQ’s Mold website: http://www.epa.gov/mold/ • The publication, "Mold Remediation in Schools and Commercial Buildings", is available in HTML and PDF (56 pp., 1.6 M)  [EPA 402-K-01-001, reprinted September 2008] 12

  13. Thank you! 13

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