Mold Cleanup
There are several things to be aware of while cleaning up mold on a construction site. Here are a few things to remember.
Use PPE and ventilate when cleaning up mold.
- Make sure the working area is well ventilated.
- Place mold damaged materials in a plastic bag and discard.
- Clean mold off hard surfaces and other non-porous materials with detergent and water. Make sure you dry it completely.
- Disinfect these cleaned surfaces with one of the following household bleach solutions:
- Use ¼ cup household bleach per 1 gallon of clean water for light contamination
- Use 1 ¼ cups household bleach per 1 gallon of clean water for heavy contamination.
CAUTION: Do not mix bleach with other cleaning products that contain ammonia. Highly toxic chlorine gas can be produced.
- Avoid breathing mold spores. A N-95 respirator is recommended.
- Avoid touching mold with your bare hands. Long gloves that extend to the middle of the forearm are recommended. Use ordinary household rubber gloves when cleaning surfaces with water, bleach, and a mild detergent. Gloves made from natural rubber, neoprene, nitrile, polyurethane, or PVC are recommended if using a disinfectant, biocide, or strong cleaning solution.
- Avoid getting mold spores in your eyes. Goggles without ventilation holes are recommended.
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