RedVector JCOM-00112

Health Effects Caused by Mold

Health Effects Caused by Mold

1 hr. Online Course

Level: Fundamental

Item#: JCOM-00112

SME: Michael A. Pinto, CSP, CMP

Welcome to Health Effects Caused by Mold. This course includes information regarding the fungal health effects and how mold impacts our bodies.
 
In addition, this course is designed to give you a basic understanding of what mold exposure can do to people and how dangerous it might be, and it even focuses on some specific reactions that individuals can suffer based on exposure to fungal materials.
Course Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Explain that mold is a central component of many biological contaminants typically found in water-damaged buildings
  • Identify the most common health symptoms of mold exposure
  • Categorize the four groups of people who are most at risk of the negative health consequences related to mold exposure
  • List the types of molds that are less noxious and more noxious to humans
  • Discuss scientifically supported research and evidence surrounding mold and fungal health effects
  • Recognize the damage that mycotoxins from mold and other microbial contaminants often cause
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Michael A. Pinto, CSP, CMP
Michael A. Pinto, CSP, CMP Photo
Michael A. Pinto, CSP, CMP, is chief executive officer of Wonder Makers Environmental, Inc., a manufacturing and environmental consulting firm that specializes in identification and control of asbestos, lead, IAQ, mold, industrial hygiene, and chemical problems. Mr. Pinto is the author of over 150 published articles and several books including, Fungal Contamination: A Comprehensive Guide for Remediation. He completed doctoral course work in environmental engineering and holds numerous certifications in the environmental and safety areas including Certified Safety Professional and Certified Mold Professional. He was selected as part of the Mitigation Assessment Team for FEMA following Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. He was the lead author on the FEMA Fact Sheet Cleaning Flooded Buildings after Hurricane Sandy and was a contributor to the EPA’s Healthy Homes Initiative. He was a contributor to the section of the A.M. Best Underwriting Guide related to mold remediation and restoration contractors.
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