MOLD ISSUES AND SOLUTIONS

Mold is often in the news. People are concerned about its potential health and economic impacts. Mold is quickly becoming a "high profile" issue throughout the country. In local and national news we see where businesses have been disrupted and residents displaced because of mold contamination.

Oregonians spend a great deal of their time indoors, and the climate makes mold a challenge in many homes, apartments and businesses. While there are several agencies attempting to regulate the quality of outdoor air and workplace air, the air in homes is left to the individual. Indoor air pollutants, including mold, trigger asthma and allergies. In children, asthma is an increasingly common chronic condition, particularly in inner city and minority populations. Much of the information available is inaccurate and mold control scams are prolific. Seniors and low income audiences are particularly vulnerable to misinformation and scams.

OSU Extension Service has launched this project to address the issues related to Mold in Buildings.

Project goals and objectives:

Provide current, unbiased, research based information for professionals and consumers related to the health effects of exposure to mold and how to prevent, identify and address mold issues.
Identify resources and references for professionals and consumers.

This site contains details on educational programs and links to general information about mold in buildings and mold control in your home.

OSU Extension Service promotes no products or services.

Upcoming educational programs:

Click on the links following the program announcement for further details and registration information.

Mold In Buildings: Assessment, Prevention and Resolution

For professionals who work with buildings $30.00
Wednesday, January 24, 2007
8:30 am – 12:30 pm

Portland Community College Event Center, Building 9,
Rock Creek Campus
17705 NW Springville Rd., Portland

This in-depth training is for those who work with single family and multi-family housing, schools, and buildings and are concerned about mold-related issues (contractors, inspectors, appraisers, realtors, maintenance personnel, building managers, HVAC, home owners and building occupants).

A Certificate of Attendance for 3 hours of Continuing Education will be provided (Check with your association for acceptance of this training for CEU hours.)

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Mold Control in Your Home

For homeowners and renters $10.00
Wednesday, January 24, 2007
6:30-8:00 pm
Portland Community College Event Center, Building 9,
Rock Creek Campus
17705 NW Springville Rd., Portland

A basic introduction to mold and moisture control in the home.