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AMERICAN CATASTROPHE EMERGENCY SERVICES CERTIFICATION PROGRAM

Created on March 05, 2022 By

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Boarding Up Windows, Doors and Barricades and Traping Holes

Am-Cats Ems certification program is designed to provide the correct techniques in securing openings cause by natural forces, unexpected catastrophes and or break-ins.

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Q. What is the meaning of board up?

A. DEFINITION; To open window or door with force.

DEFINITION. To cover a window or door with wooden boards. All openings including windows and doors need to be boarded up, to close or lock secure all openings.

DEFINITION. To cover window or door with, whatever is available to cover the windows lock secure door.

DEFINITION. To cover doors, only the doors get boarded up, to close or lock secure the door.

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Q. Should I Nail or Screw OSB sheets?

A. Nails are often preferred for structural joining, including framing walls, because they are more flexible under pressure, whereas screws can snap. Nails are also called upon when securing plywood sheathing for exterior walls, installing hardwood floors, and attaching siding and roofing.

B. OSB is pretty much a sponge when it comes to moisture. While the drywall screws will be fine, you're going to find 1 1/4" are not going to have a real good hold.

C. When deciding between nails and screws, keep in mind that nails are less brittle, so they provide greater shear strength. Screws, on the other hand, may not be as forgiving, but their threaded shafts hold better in wood and draw boards together much more tightly and they have greater tensile strength.

D. When you drive screws into wood without drilling pilot holes, you're essentially pushing wood out of the way to make room for the screw. That displaced wood puts more pressure on the wood surrounding the screw, which can lead to splitting and cracking, weakening the wood over time.

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Q. What is a wooden barricade?

A. A defensive, deployable object used to block your base from looters and break ins

B. When used as a subfloor, either product will work for many flooring surfaces, especially carpet where there will be no noticeable difference.

C. OSB roof panels should always be installed with the grade stamp facing into the attic and the screened surface (with the nail guide lines) facing up.

D. To Barricade a Door, use a rope, power cord, or belt to tie the doorknob to a nearby heavy object, tape a broom handle perpendicular to the door frame, tying the handle to the doorknob to hold the door shut, if applicable, secure a belt around the top of the door hinge.

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Q. Can you use 2x3 instead of 2x4 when boarding up?

A. There is a BIG difference between 2x3 and 2x4, and I would never use 2x3 for wall framing. I ended up using 2x3's for the roof trusses to save weight, and still spaced them every 2 feet.

B. Yes, 2x3 are preferred, because they can fit perfect in the window ledge in securing your boards.

C. No, 2x4 will not fit in some window frames and doorways so you must cut them to fit.

D. 2x3 are only used to build a doghouse.

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Q. Are flat roofs high maintenance?

A. Avoid Power-Washing Shingles, concentrated spray can loosen the granules from the products' top coating—and resulting damage might not be covered by the warranty, check the ventilation, clean gutters regularly, insulate attics and cathedral ceilings properly, fortify the roof.

B. The biggest disadvantage of a flat roof is the lack of drainage, and this is why it is important to check your roof regularly. If you do not inspect it regularly, your drains may become clogged with snow and water.

C. Water pools on flat roof will eventually cause leaks. That's when flat roof repair becomes necessary. While flat roofs are a little more prone to leaks, they don't always develop them.

D. Depending on the quality of the original installation and continued maintenance, flat roofs can in actual fact easily last for up to 50 years at a time before needing to be replaced. This lifespan is almost as long as a tiled roofs, which themselves can last for up to 60 years.

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Q. How do you secure a tarp down on a flat roof?

A. Use OSB panels rated for the distance between the floor joists. Run a bead of construction adhesive along each joist and lay the OSB panel on the joists. Nail the panels with 10d common nails or #10, 2 1/2-inch wood screws spaced 6 inches apart along the edges and 12 inches apart in the middle.

B. Nails are less brittle than screws, which leads to an increase in shear strength for nails. ... The sheathing panels brace the framing to stop the wall from toppling over and increasing the number of fasteners increases the wall's shear resistance.

C. OSB roof panels should always be installed with the grade stamp facing into the attic and the screened surface (with the nail guide lines) facing up.

D. Attach 2 x 4 boards to both edges of the tarp, just on the peak side perpendicular to the anchor board. This will hold the tarp tight to the roof and keep the water out. Extend the top edge of the tarp over the roof. If needed, cut off the excess tarp from the other end, leaving about a 4' overhang.

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Q. Do flat roofs always leak?

A. No, flat roofs are the best roofs.

B. Flat roof, keep unwanted animals, like squirrels and birds, from nesting or foraging in your home.

C. Sometimes water pools on the roof, and this will eventually cause leaks. That's when flat roof repair becomes necessary. While flat roofs are a little more prone to leaks, they don't always develop them or develop them about as often as other roof types.

D. Tarping your flat roof is a standard practice.

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Q. Why are roof tarps blue?

A. Black, Gray, Dark Blue) Some of our heaviest and strongest materials (Hypalon, Neoprene, Vinyl) come in black and or darker colors. Often treated with UV Ray coatings to protect from the Suns Damage light. These darker tarps also absorb heat allowing covered items to remain cool.

B. The closer to black a color gets, the lighter and heat it will absorb. The closer to white, the less it absorbs. So, a dark blue blanket, for instance, would absorb more heat than a neon green one. And something reflective will bounce most of that light off it.

C. The blue tarp was invented in 1894 by Liverpool baker and Presbyterian Joseph Cunningham who wanted to provide young working men from Toxteth with an affordable holiday.

D. Blue tarps are easily the most popular form of tarp and the most easily found, these colored tarps typically reflect sunlight rather than absorbing it. White is the best color tarp to reflect heat. Black and dark gray tarps absorb sunlight, rather than reflect it.

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Q. What size thickness of wood is used for boarding up windows doors and store fronts?

A. The recommended thickness of plywood, used, is 1/4 of an inch. When it comes to the plywood's size, start by measuring the size for boarding up windows. Then, when it's time to cut the plywood, make it so that it's 4 inches bigger than the window on all sides.

B. The recommended thickness of plywood, used, is 1/2 of an inch. When it comes to the plywood's size, start by measuring the size for boarding up windows. Then, when it's time to cut the plywood, make it so that it's 4 inches bigger than the window on all sides.

C. The recommended thickness of plywood, used, is 5/8 of an inch. When it comes to the plywood's size, start by measuring the size for boarding up windows. Then, when it's time to cut the plywood, make it so that it's 4 inches bigger than the window on all sides.

D. The recommended thickness of plywood, used, is 3/4 of an inch. When it comes to the plywood's size, start by measuring the size for boarding up windows. Then, when it's time to cut the plywood, make it so that it's 4 inches bigger than the window on all sides.

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Q. Should I use 2x4 or 2x3 for board ups?

A. 2x3s for all exterior walls (or walls with one side you know you'll never need to finish). And 2x4s for all interior walls or walls with doors that need to be finished on both sides.

B. 2x3s for all interior walls (or walls with one side you know you'll never need to finish). And 2x4s for all exterior walls or walls with doors that need to be finished on both sides.

C. 2x4s for all interior walls (or walls with one side you know you'll never need to finish). And 2x4s for all exterior walls or walls with doors that need to be finished on both sides.

D. 2x3s for all interior walls (or walls with one side you know you'll never need to finish).

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Created on March 07, 2022 By

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Temporary Lighting

Am-Cats Ems certification program is designed to provide the correct techniques in setting up temporary lighting caused by natural forces, unexpected catastrophes.

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Q. What is considered as good lighting?

A. Permanent lighting, temporary lighting is installed on a job site for a limited amount of time. These sockets connect to bulbs using leads that are linked to an electrical connection or generator to establish permanent illumination.

B. One way to make fluorescent light look better is to use colored film to cover lights, changing the spectrum that reaches your eyes.

C. Good lighting should be flexible enough to light a given area, while other areas remain in relative darkness. This has more to do with the number and placement of fixtures than wattage or number of bulbs.

D. General construction areas require a minimum of 5 foot-candles of illumination. Plants and shops require at least 10 foot-candles. For other types of workplaces, the minimum illumination standards are as follows: First-aid stations and infirmaries: 30 f-c. Warehouses, walkways, and exits: 10 ft-c.

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Q. Why is lighting needed?

A. Why is lighting important? Whether in industrial or office settings, proper lighting makes all work tasks Harder. Appropriate lighting can increase workplace incidents by increasing the visibility of moving machinery and other safety hazards.

B. Whether in industrial or office settings, proper lighting makes all work tasks easier. Appropriate lighting can prevent workplace incidents by increasing the visibility of moving machinery and other safety hazards.

C. Appropriate lighting can increase workplace incidents by increasing the visibility of moving machinery and other safety hazards.

D. Appropriate lighting can prevent workplace incidents by adding motion sensors throughout the unit to increasing the visibility of moving machinery only when the equipment is turn on.

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Q. What are OSHA requirements for lighting?

A. General construction areas require a minimum of 5 foot-candles of illumination. Plants and shops require at least 10 foot-candles. For other types of workplaces, the minimum illumination standards are as follows: First-aid stations and infirmaries: 30 f-c. Warehouses, walkways, and exits: 10 ft-c.

B. Move workstations away from areas that are exposed to the sun or frequently become hot.

C. As such, it seems that the highest possible known temperature is 142 nonillion kelvins (1032 K.). This is the highest temperature that we know of according to the standard model of particle physics, which is the physics that underlies and governs our universe.

D. There is no legal maximum working temperature per say. OSHA recommends that employers set the thermostat between 68 and 78 degrees. Also, OSHA regulations come into play when temperatures reach an extreme level to the point where dangerous conditions like heat stress or hypothermia can occur.

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Q. What is adequate light?

A. Adequate lighting means levels of illumination suitable for tasks that the resident chooses proper lighting for the facility staff to be able to perform in.

B. Adequate lighting means levels of illumination high beams for tasks that the resident chooses high level lighting for the facility staff to be able to perform in.

C. Adequate lighting means levels of illumination very low for tasks that the resident can’t really see for the facility staff to be able to perform in.

D. Adequate lighting means levels of illumination when only movement activates a motion sensor for tasks that the resident chooses proper lighting for the facility staff to be able to perform in.

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Q. How do you calculate lighting requirements?

A. One lux is equal to one lumen per square meter (lux = lumens/m2). Essentially, as light travels from the emitter, it will disperse throughout an area. The further the light must travel the more it will be dispersed.

B. Raise the level of light for reading to 500–800 lux and concentrate task lighting on your needed surface at 800 to 1,700 lux. For example, in an adult's bedroom, you need lighting to be lower to wind down your body for sleep.

C. Multiply width of room x length of room x 1.5 = amount of total minimum wattage needed (assuming an eight-foot ceiling). Divide by 60 to get the number of 60-watt equivalent bulbs required. Then, add up the wattage in each bulb in each fixture to figure out how many light fixtures are needed.

D. For monochromatic light of this wavelength, the amount of illuminance for a given amount of irradiance is maximum: 683.002 lux per 1 W/m2; the irradiance needed to make 1 lux at this wavelength is about 1.464 mW/m2. Other wavelengths of visible light produce fewer lux per watt-per-meter-squared.

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Q. Does OSHA require covers for fluorescent lights?

A. OSHA officials can order work to stop if they find a severe risk on-site, but contrary to popular belief, they don't have the authority to shut down a business entirely. Only a court order can do that.

B. Protective coverings for all light fixtures, whether they contain fluorescent bulbs or not. They must have protective plates. In areas where light fixtures could be damaged, they must be guarded by sufficiently strong barriers to prevent shattering.

C. If OSHA determines that the incident was caused by the owner's or employer's negligence or misconduct—that is, he or she was aware of the hazard but did not abate it—the agency can impose fines as high as $70,000 for each violation, for each day that the violation existed, and for each employee affected.

D. Many organizations have established standards that address lighting design, safety, performance, mounting, and testing, as well as illumination levels. Standards are norms or requirements that establish a basis for the common understanding and judgment of materials, products, or processes.

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Q. How does OSHA define temporary?

A. A permanent variance grants an alternative means of compliance with the requirements of a standard to employers who can prove that their methods, conditions, practices, operations, or processes provide workplaces that are as safe and healthful as those that follow the OSHA standards.

B. With the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, Congress created the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to ensure safe and healthful working conditions for workers by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education, and assistance.

C. In any dark area that does not have permanent or temporary lights, where lights are not working, or where lights are not readily accessible, the employer shall provide portable or emergency lights and ensure that employees do not enter those areas without such lights.

D. Temporary wiring may be used during the period of experimental or developmental work for a particular research project that is being conducted and until it has served the purpose for which installed at which time it must be removed immediately.

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Q. What is a temporary light?

A. Unlike permanent lighting, temporary lighting is installed on a job site for a limited amount of time. These sockets connect to bulbs using leads that are linked to an electrical connection or generator to establish temporary illumination.

B. Permanent lighting, temporary lighting is installed on a job site for a limited amount of time. These sockets connect to bulbs using leads that are linked to an electrical connection or generator to establish permanent illumination.

C. Permanent lighting.

D. Connecting to bulbs using leads that are linked to an electrical connection or generator to establish permanent illumination.

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Created on March 06, 2022 By

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Water Extraction

Am-Cats Ems certification program is designed to provide the correct techniques in Water Extractions cause by natural disasters, unexpected catastrophes and flooded standing water.

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Q. Why is water extraction important?

A. The most common causes of mold growing on walls are high humidity, condensation, and water leaks (which are often hidden inside the wall). Condensation forms when water vapor in the air meets cold surfaces and cools to become liquid. Leaking pipes near or inside of walls are a common cause of mold.

B. To remove soot and smoke from walls, furniture, and floors, use a mild soap or detergent or mix 4 to 6 tbsp. tri-sodium phosphate and 1 cup household cleaner or chlorine bleach to every gallon of warm water. Wear rubber gloves. Be sure to rinse surfaces with clear warm water and dry thoroughly.

C. Water extraction is an expert method using professional equipment to remove gallons of water from all areas of a building. The water extraction process will allow any office or home space to dry much faster than if it were left to dry on its own. It also helps prevent even more damage or mold growth in the building.

D. Make a solution of about two thirds distilled white vinegar and one third water and use this to wash all hard surfaces, including the walls. Cigarette smoke leaves a greasy residue, and the vinegar will dissolve this.

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Q. How much does it cost to extract water from carpet?

A. On average, water damage restoration costs $2,400, but prices can reach as high as $4,250. The average price is broken down to $3.75-$7 per square foot, depending on the type of water and amount of damage done to the space.

B. Most carpet cleaning pros can extract water from a carpet, which ranges from $150 to $500 per room, and then clean it thoroughly, which generally costs less than $1 per square foot of water damage repair costs. Carpets; $150 to $500 per room (plus $1/sq. ft.)

C. The average amount homeowners will pay in water damage repairs is $2,582 — with a range from $1,074 and $4,090. Of course, all costs vary depending on the above factors.

D. At $5 to $28 per square foot, drop ceilings are more expensive to install than drywall. Installing drywall costs $1 to $3 per square foot but that does not include painting prices, which are $2 to $6 for each square foot.

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Q. The average costs for standard gray water damage extraction with drying and drywall and ceiling repairs in a home cost.

A. Wall $300 - $2,200

B. Roof $400 - $1,000

C. Floor $600 - $20,000

D. Foundation $2,000 - $10,000

E. A. and B.

F. All the Above.

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Q. What are the types of extraction?

A. Liquid–liquid extraction.

B. Solid-phase extraction.

C. Acid-base extraction.

D. Supercritical fluid extraction.

E. Ultrasound-assisted extraction.

F. Heat reflux extraction.

G. Mechanochemical-assisted extraction.

H. Maceration.

I. All the Above.

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Q. What naturally absorbs moisture?

A. Mothballs are used in locations to control pests other than clothes moths," Stone said. They include squirrels, skunks, deer, mice, rats, dogs, cats, raccoons, moles, snakes, pigeons and a variety of other animals.

B. Rock Salt. Rock salt is a natural hygroscopic material that not only absorbs moisture, but also stores it — similarly to dehumidifiers. However, rock salt is completely natural, non-toxic and requires absolutely no electricity. ... There are many reasons why people love to use rock salt as a natural dehumidifier.

C. Cedar chips offer a wide variety of benefits including insect control, moisture retention, and temperature control. Some property owners are hesitant to use cedar chips in their landscape beds because they lose their color and repellent qualities relatively quickly.

D. Fly traps have smells that attracts flies is the smell we call “rot.” This includes things like decaying food, manure, and garbage. If you have old rotting fruit lying around your kitchen or garbage cans full of decaying meat or feces, flies can be brought buzzing your way.

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Q. Is water damage covered by insurance?

A. Homeowners insurance may help cover damage caused by leaks caused from plumbing. If the leak is sudden and accidental, such as if a washing machine supply hose suddenly breaks or if you come across a burst pipe, and or a leaking value from a toilet. However, homeowner’s insurance does not cover damage resulting from poor maintenance.

B. Under a Homeowners Policy? Generally, most damage caused by wind in any type of storm is considered wind damage and is covered under a homeowner’s policy. Damaging winds can cause destruction to roofs, windows and more.

C. Lightning strikes, as well as fire caused by lightning, are covered perils in almost all homeowner’s insurance policies, with no exclusions. ... Personal property, which can include electronics, appliances, furnishings, or other interior possessions damaged or destroyed by a lightning strike.

D. Mold damage is only covered if it's related to a covered peril. Mold damage caused by flooding would need to be covered by a separate flood insurance policy.

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Q. What is the process of extraction?

A. Water extraction is the process of taking water from any source, either temporarily or permanently, for flood control or to obtain water for, for example, irrigation. ... Water can go through dams that are used to regulate or stop water from coming though, creating hydroelectricity.

B. Water extraction is the process used to remove excess or standing water from your home or property. Restoration companies that specialize in water extraction work to minimize any damage to a home or business after flooding has happened.

C. Extraction is a process in which one or more components are separated selectively from a liquid or solid mixture, the feed (Phase 1), by means of a liquid immiscible solvent, an atmospheric water generator (AWG) is a device that extracts water from humid ambient air. Water vapor in the air can be extracted by condensation - cooling the air below its dew point, exposing the air to desiccants, or pressurizing the air. Unlike a dehumidifier, an AWG is designed to render the water potable. D. All the Above.

D. All the Above.

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Q. Which method is used for water extraction?

A. Vacuums – such as wet-dry vacuums can be used to eliminate excess water from areas such as floors, carpets, and surfaces that are porous. These vacuums work by putting down a cleaning solution and vacuuming up the moisture.

B. Opening all water waste drains.

C. Turning off all running water.

D. Use a lot of towels and ring them out quickly.

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Q. How does water extraction work?

A. Water extraction involves removing excess water from a home through the use of submersible pumps and industrial vacuums.

B. Opening all water waste drains.

C. Turning off all running water.

D. Use a lot of towels and ring them out quickly.

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Q. How do you extract water in a home or office when doing emergency restoration?

A. Shut Down the source of water the first step in proper water extraction is to find the water source and shut it down.

B. Remove all standing water.

C. Dry out the area and all materials.

D. Preform Cleaning.

E. Remove any lingering odors.

F. All the Above.

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Winterizing Home and Commercial Systems

Am-Cats Ems certification program is designed to provide the correct techniques in winterizing systems cause by natural changing temputures to unexpected catastrophes.

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Q. What does it mean to winterize a house?

A. Compared to the casual dust-up, a deep clean is an obsessive's agenda. It means hunting for dust mites behind furniture and cabinets, addressing scum from shower heads and faucets, scrubbing inside ovens, mopping floors under rugs, and sweeping along base boards, ceilings, and window frames.

B. Winterization is the process of preparing a home for the harsh conditions of winter. It is usually performed in the fall before snow and excessive cold weather arrives. Winterization protects against damage due to bursting water pipes, and from heat loss due to openings in the building envelope.

C. Measures taken to prevent fire from becoming destructive, reduce the impact of an uncontrolled fire, and save lives and property.

D. About 40% of all homeowners have experienced a loss from water damage. It can spread contamination, ruin your paint, and damage your wood. The good news is that 93% of all water damage could have been prevented with the right knowledge.

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Q. Will pipes freeze at 27 degrees?

A. Why is it bad to leave water running, because it risks freezing the drain as it's leaving the sink, if the water main pipes are underground and aren’t deep enough below the surface, they can easily cause a freeze above ground, Burke warned.

B. When a cold snap hover around or below 20 degrees Fahrenheit (-6 degrees Celsius), it's time to let at least one faucet drip. Pay close attention to water pipes that are in attics, garages, basements, or crawl spaces because temperatures in these unheated interior spaces usually mimic outdoor temperatures.

C. There is no simple answer. Water freezes at 32 degrees Fahrenheit, but indoor pipes are somewhat protected from outdoor temperature extremes, even in unheated areas of the house like in the attic or garage. As a rule, temperatures outside must drop to at least twenty degrees or more to cause the pipes to freeze.

D. It's important to note that pipes do not always burst once they're frozen or while in the process of freezing, after a pipe has frozen and begins to thaw, the pressure caused by the water that begins to rush through the pipe threatens to cause a pipe to burst.

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Q. How long does it take for pipes to freeze at 10 degrees?

A. General rule, temperatures outside must drop to at least 20 degrees or lower to cause pipes to freeze. In northern climates, where the temperatures regularly fall below freezing, modern homes tend to be well insulated and water pipes are located on the inner parts of the house for extra protection.

B. The basic rule of thumb is to generally expect pipes to freeze within 3 – 6 hours of drawn-out subnormal temperatures.

C. You might be tempted to wait for the pipes to thaw out by themselves. But keep in mind: Depending on the weather, the process can take days. Pipes typically don't freeze until the temperature dips to 20 degrees Fahrenheit.

D. PVC pipes are in danger of freezing when surrounding temperatures approach 20 degrees Fahrenheit. ... Water damage from a burst pipe is expensive. To avoid dealing with burst pipes, prevent them from freezing. Some advanced planning will assist you in keeping your pipes intact during winter months.

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Q. How much does it cost to winterize your home?

A. When water freezes, it expands as it becomes ice. This expansion produces pressure within pipes, which causes damage. Winterizing plumbing is recommended when a house will be vacant for a long period of time and no water will be running through the pipes.

B. Some companies will winterize a vacant home for around $200. In most cases, you can do it yourself for less than $20. Others make it a point that it is the buyer's responsibility, hence you have to pay for the property to get de-winterized. Note: this runs $50 to $150 and the cost to re-winterize is $125 – $350.

C. So, no matter how long you'll be away, the setting that's best for home maintenance is 85 degrees in the summer and 50 degrees in the winter.

D. At night and when you are away, it is recommended to just turn your thermostat down 7-10 degrees lower than what you would typically have the heat set at. By doing this, the U.S. Department of Energy states you can save as much as 10% a year on heating.

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Q. Is it safe to put antifreeze in pipes?

A. Antifreeze last in pipes, if it is closed properly, it should last between 1-5 years, and you can use it any time during that period.

B. Antifreeze will keep pipes from freezing if all water cannot be removed, add antifreeze to prevent any water from freezing and cracking the toilet. Check all sink and tub drains that could have drain traps. Add some antifreeze to each one of them to prevent water from freezing and cracking in the traps.

C. Automotive antifreeze uses ethylene glycol which is not okay for home sewage systems. Use antifreeze in wastewater or hot water heating systems only if it is not practical to maintain heat in the home, insulate the vulnerable pipes or keep water trickling through the system.

D. RV antifreeze will last as long as it's stored properly and the cap is tightly sealed, RV antifreeze will typically have a shelf life between 1 to 4 years but can often remain effective long after that. Most brands will have an expiration date as well to help guide you.

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Q. How cold does it have to be in your house for the pipes to freeze?

A. Generally, expect pipes to freeze within 3 – 6 hours of drawn-out subnormal temperatures. Now, the keyword here is the temperature because we have a specific threshold below which your pipes are particularly in danger of freezing and probably breaking.

B. 20 degrees Fahrenheit. Typically, your home's pipes begin to freeze when the outside temperature is at least 20 degrees Fahrenheit. Again, this depends on your geographical location. For example, areas that expect lower temperatures have water pipes that are better insulated in inner parts of your home, compared to other areas.

C. You leave a faucet dripping? Yes, it's recommended you leave a faucet on with water at a drip to keep pipes from freezing. If you know where the water comes into your house, turn on a faucet at the opposite end to keep the water circulating.

D. You can unfreeze a frozen drainpipe by pouring hot water down it. Fill a pot with a half-gallon of water and heat it on the stove. When it begins to boil, carefully remove it from the stove and slowly pour it down the drain. This may be enough to thaw the ice and completely clear your drain.

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Q. What type of antifreeze is used to winterize a house?

A. Minimum temperature to keep pipes from freezing, the absolute minimum temperature to keep pipes from freezing is 55° F. However, between 60° F and to 68° F is a much safer range. This ensures that the air around your pipes is warm enough to prevent freezing.

B. There are three main types of coolant that car companies use: Inorganic Additive Technology (IAT), Organic Acid Technology (OAT), and Hybrid Organic Acid Technology (HOAT). Typically, older cars use IAT. It needs to be changed every two years or 24,000 miles, making it far inferior to newer formulas.

C. Trap is located underneath the drain of each sink and is meant to constantly hold water acting as a plug to prevent sewer gases from entering the home. Go to each sink, get plumber's antifreeze and pour about a 1/2 cup down each drain.

D. Use only RV antifreeze to winterize your home. It is non-flammable and non-toxic. NEVER use automobile antifreeze as it is highly toxic, see text to the right. NEVER use plumbing antifreeze with copper lines, drains or motor parts.

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Q. How do you winterize indoor faucets?

A. One of the best plumbing winterization tips is as easy as turning on the faucet.

B. Insulate pipes.

C. Mind the temperature.

D. Circulate warm air.

E. Keep out the cold.

F. Seal air leaks.

G. All The Above.

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Q. What is de-winterize?

A. Adjust your thermostat. Set your thermostat (don't turn it off) at the lowest temperature that will keep your pipes from freeze damage (at least 50 to 55 degrees should do it). You want it warm enough to keep your pipes or anything else from freezing.

B. While you may not want to drain the system and or full the system up until you are sure a late freeze is out of the question, the warm/cool days of early spring are the perfect time to get a jump on the rest of the spring commissioning processes.

C. A sprinkler blowout is usually best done in October in the northern climate of the United States. When to turn off your sprinkler, however, can be a delicate balance of good timing and luck. Do it too early, and your lawn may lose precious water it needs to prepare for the winter.

D. Shut off the water supply to the irrigation system. The main shut off valve for your irrigation system needs to be protected against freezing. Make sure it is wrapped with insulation (foam insulation tape and a plastic bag) to protect it from harsh winter temperatures and prevent it from freezing.

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Q. When should you de-winterize?

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Drying Methods

Am-Cats Ems certification program is designed to provide the correct techniques in drying methods used in water mitigation cause by unexpected catastrophes.

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Q. Is it okay to sleep in a room with a dehumidifier?

A. Is it bad to sleep with AC on? In short, scientists and experts seem to agree that leaving your AC on during the night is safe.

B. Yes, it is perfectly safe to sleep in the same room as a dehumidifier. If you are particularly interested in a dehumidifier for the bedroom the noise level will be particularly important to you.

C. When having the boiler installed, you'll just need to ensure that the boiler is room sealed, which means that the appliance takes air from outside and any waste fumes are sent back outdoors rather than into the room. This makes it perfectly safe for someone to sleep in the same room.

D. Sleeping with mice/rats in your home is not safe, and you should get rid of them as soon as you find out they've been visiting your home.

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Q. What are the pros and cons of a dehumidifier?

A. Pro: Helps with allergies.

B. Pro: Increases comfort.

C. Con: Noise and heat.

D. Con: May increase energy bill.

E. Con: Requires regular maintenance.

F. All The Above.

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Q. Do air scrubbers help with Covid?

A. Air scrubbers remove a variety of pathogens and contaminants, including mold. They can also remove allergens like dust mites, pollen, and mold spores and dust. According to Industry, air scrubbers can remove 99% of these airborne particles.

B. While the filters can't eliminate common allergy triggers like dust, dirt, pollen and pet dander, the best air purifiers will help boost the overall air quality in your home, hopefully helping to reduce some of the nastier allergy symptoms and helping you breathe a little easier.

C. When used properly, air cleaners and HVAC filters can help reduce airborne contaminants including viruses in a building or small space. By itself, air cleaning or filtration is not enough to protect people from COVID-19.

D. An air purifier can also make a big difference in flu prevention, especially during flu season, when all around you are putting flu virus into the air with their sneezes.

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Q. Do dehumidifiers kill mold?

A. So, to answer your question, dehumidifiers do NOT kill mold, but they do prevent it by reducing humidity. If you have a mold problem in your home, do not wait. Remove the mold and stop the moisture source (leak, condensation, high humidity, etc.) to prevent more damage and costly repairs.

B. There are no scientific guidelines about the use of humidifiers to prevent flu, the germs may be able to survive in the drier air conditions. So, the thought is that, if you keep the humidity level up in a room, the virus is less likely to survive.

C. One method to kill fleas naturally is to use dehumidifiers to remove moisture from the area. If you can keep the average room humidity down around 50 percent for at least two days or more, you'll kill most of the adults, pupa, and larva.

D. Plants need moisture from the soil or air to complete the photosynthesis equation. ... However, even those with high humidity levels that regularly use a dehumidifier, won't kill their plants – providing they're the right plants; cared for, watered, and shown some indirect sunlight from time to time.

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Q. How long should I run an air scrubber?

A. Are Air Scrubbers Really That Effective? Nothing is 100% effective, but air scrubber technology comes close. Some models can eliminate up to 90% of airborne microorganisms, as well as 99% of surface microorganisms, including black mold, Staph and MRSA.

B. An air scrubber can remove mold spores if it has a true HEPA filter and enough air flow. Many air scrubbers are for gas removal A true HEPA air purifier is generally a better solution for mold removal.

C. The industry guideline recommends that an air scrubber be in the environment for 24 to 48 hours to thoroughly scrub the air. These types of air devices usually do between 4 to 6 air exchanges per hour which will effectively aid in the filtration and cleaning of the airspace.

D. So, a minute on and a minute off has always been the minimum rule of thumb. Two minutes on and two minutes off is just that much better for the motor. With the old conventional pressure tank method, the pressure tank fills at the rate the pump can produce, less the amount of water being used at the time.

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Q. Do air scrubbers kill mold?

A. Air purifiers and scrubbers make the air safer by filtering out floating contaminants. That includes common allergens such as tobacco smoke, dust, and pollen. They don't reduce the humidity. Most use some sort of mechanical filter that needs occasional cleaning or replacement.

B. A solution of diluted bleach provides the fastest way to kill mold on walls or flooring. Prepare the solution by adding one cup of bleach into a bucket that contains about a gallon of warm water. Then proceed to scrub the mold vigorously with a stiff-bristled brush you've dipped in the bleach solution.

C. Yes. Air scrubbers remove a variety of pathogens and contaminants, including mold. They can also remove allergens like dust mites, pollen, and mold spores. Air scrubbers can remove 99% of these airborne particles.

D. Water pump that employs both a motor and an impeller for the water pumping process. During the water pumping, the impeller spins very fast. The pressure then causes the water to jet forward in a high-speed manner out of the impeller.

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Q. How many air scrubbers is needed per job?

A. The pump is powered by an electric motor that drives an impeller, or centrifugal pump. The impeller moves water, called drive water, from the well through a narrow orifice, or jet, mounted in the housing in front of the impeller. ... Its function is to slow down the water and increase the pressure.

B. As a rule, you should achieve a minimum of 6 ACH. This means that an air scrubber must complete six air changes every hour, or one every ten minutes. If you can increase the ACH, do so. You can see that you would need an air scrubber with 400 CFM to maintain 6 ACH in a 4,000 cubic foot space.

C. There is no need to keep the dehumidifier running constantly. It's generally enough to run the unit when the humidity level is 50% or higher. A good rule of thumb to remember is to maintain a comfortable 30-50% humidity level for most homes.

D. The industry guideline recommends that an air scrubber be in the environment for 24 to 48 hours to thoroughly scrub the air. These types of air devices usually do between 4 to 6 air exchanges per hour which will effectively aid in the filtration and cleaning of the airspace.

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Q. How much does a commercial grade dehumidifier cost?

A. Depending on how bad a room moisture level is, you might a bigger dehumidifier to cover a bigger room. For e.g., a 50-pint dehumidifier can cover 700 sq. ft. room size with 50-60% humidity level, but you will need at least a 60-pint dehumidifier to cover a very damp room with 70-80% humidity.

B. there are no scientific guidelines about the use of humidifiers to prevent flu, the germs may be able to survive in the drier air conditions. So, the thought is that, if you keep the humidity level up in a room, the virus is less likely to survive.

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Q. What are the benefits of a dehumidifier?

A. A dehumidifier helps reduce musty odors that can accompany mold and mildew. Reducing the potential development of mold on furniture, curtains, bed sheets and clothing. Running a dehumidifier reduces dust. Dust can trigger allergies; and this device will help to reduce allergens such as dust mites, mold, and mildew.

B. Installing a fan may seem like a small thing, it can be a big draw for future homebuyers– especially in an environmentally conscious place like Southern California. Homebuyers want energy efficiency. In fact, a new study found energy efficient homes sell for 7% more.

C. Home watering filter system is worth it. More than just a water filter for your faucet, these filters help take hard or problem water and turn it into cleaner, safer water that's better for your entire home and family.

D. Adds moisture to the air to prevent dryness that can cause irritation in many parts of the body. Humidifiers can be particularly effective for treating dryness of the skin, nose, throat, and lips. They can also ease some of the symptoms caused by the flu or common cold.

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Q. How much does an air scrubber cost?

A. Some companies will winterize a vacant home for around $200. In most cases, you can do it yourself for less than $20. Others make it a point that it is the buyer's responsibility, hence you have to pay for the property to get de-winterized. Note: this runs $50 to $150 and the cost to re-winterize is $125 – $350.

B. Homeowners might expect to pay between $500 and $2000 for a whole house air purification system. Costs are affected by the quality of your chosen system, size of your home, installation costs, and added warranties or guarantees.

C. Depending on the size of the plumbing system a residential smoke test will be between $300-$350 and a commercial smoke test will be between $400-$600.

D. Air scrubber with Am-Cat Ems generally costs around $1,300-$2,000 depending on the size of your home and HVAC system and or the setup fee in the placement of the mobile equipment.

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Am-Cats Ems certification program is designed to provide the correct techniques in setting up and breaking down equipment for use in unexpected catastrophes.

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Q. What is a ULV fogger?

A. Further peace of mind for you is that from all your soft furnishings to electrical items and gadgets, ULV fogging is perfectly safe to use in a school classroom, care home, business office, dining area or kitchen.

B. Disinfectant Fogging is a means of chemical disinfection whereby a device is used to generate a fine mist or fog of chemical ingredients into an area to kill microorganisms and airborne pathogens in the air and on surfaces.

C. ULV Fogging works by compressing pesticides or disinfectants through a specially designed nozzle, producing a fine cold mist or aerosol. Electric portable versions are particularly ideal for indoor applications as they don't produce exhaust gases and are less noisy.

D. Plug the fogger in, calibrate the fogger, fill the fogger's tank, turn the fogger on, turn off the fogger, beginning with the flow rate knob, empty the tank, check the fogger for damage, put on the protective nozzle.

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Q. What is the difference between antimicrobial and antibacterial?

A. Antimicrobial products kill or slow the spread of microorganisms. Microorganisms include bacteria, viruses, protozoans, and fungi such as mold and mildew. You may find antimicrobial products in your home, workplace, or school.

B. Antibacterial products prevent bacteria like E. coli and MRSA from forming, or it will destroy the germs that are already there. Antimicrobial products, on the other hand, prevent and destroy not only bacteria, but also fungi, parasites, algae, dust-mites, and certain viruses.

C. Bleach is a strong and effective disinfectant – its active ingredient sodium hypochlorite is effective in killing bacteria, fungi, and viruses, including influenza virus – but it is easily inactivated by organic material.

D. Hydrogen peroxide is another antiseptic, or disinfectant, that kills viruses and various forms of bacteria. But it needs more time than rubbing alcohol does to kill germs.

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Q. What is an electrostatic sprayer used for?

A. The best household disinfectant for surfaces during COVID-19, regular household cleaning and disinfection products will effectively eliminate the virus from household surfaces. For cleaning and disinfecting households with suspected or confirmed COVID19, surface virucidal disinfectants, such as 0.05% sodium hypochlorite (NaClO) and products based on ethanol (at least 70%), should be used.

B. For disinfection, diluted household bleach solutions, alcohol solutions with at least 70% alcohol, and most common EPA-registered disinfectant should be effective.

C. Electrostatic sprayers are the newest tool in the cleaning industry, used to disinfect surfaces with electrically charged particles for even, complete disinfecting coverage.

D. FDA does not recommend spraying humans with aerosolized disinfectant. There is currently no data to demonstrate that this method is effective in treating or reducing the spread of COVID-19. Surface disinfectants or sprays should not be used on humans or animals. They are intended for use on hard, non-porous surfaces.

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Q. What is the most effective antimicrobial?

A. Sterilizers are the strongest type of public health antimicrobial product. In addition to bacteria, algae, and fungi, they also control hard-to-kill spores.

B. Antimicrobial agents ideally should be nontoxic at all dose levels and should not be metabolized to toxic intermediates. Direct toxicity (adverse effects) is often relatively easy to assess, but antimicrobial agents may also produce subtle abnormalities in host defense mechanisms that are more difficult to assess.

C. Bacteria varies in their susceptibility to biocides, with bacterial spores being the most resistant, followed by mycobacteria, then Gram-negative organisms, with cocci generally being the most sensitive.

D. Antimicrobial agents are classified into several categories, i.e., inhibitors for bacterial cell wall such as beta-lactam drugs, Fosfomycin, and vancomycin; inhibitors for protein biosynthesis such as tetracyclines, macrolides, aminoglycoside antibiotics; inhibitors for DNA synthesis such as 4-quinolones; inhibitors

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Q. What is a hydroxyl generator used for?

A. Hydroxyl generators are used to eliminate odors and break down volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in indoor environments.

B. Its main purpose is to continually circulate coolant from the radiator to the vehicle's engine block to prevent overheating.

C. Electric generators are, essentially, life savers. They are backup power sources that convert fuel supply—usually propane, diesel, or gasoline, into electrical energy. They are the primary sources of electrical supply during power outages.

D. Pumps are made to eliminate water on roofs, in basements and more. There are also different types of water pumps and different types of transfer pumps.

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Q. What is an electrostatic sprayer?

A. A device used with hydrogen peroxide disinfectant solutions. Doors and ventilation systems must be sealed while in use. Should be used only in healthcare or laboratory settings.

B. Also known as mister: A device that uses a fan and a liquid solution to create a fog (aerosol with small droplets) or mist.

C. A device that attaches directly to the ductwork of your HVAC system. It removes air pollution, VOCs, surface contaminants, pet dander, odors, and dust. It provides a cleaner, healthier, and more efficient home.

D. A device that works by applying a small electrical charge to aerosols when passing through the nozzle. These charged droplets adhere easier and stick to environmental surfaces.

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Q. Is Hydroxyl an ozone?

A. Hydroxyls work primarily by abstracting hydrogen atoms, thereby dismantling the molecular structure of odors and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Powerful hydroxyl generators using the same broad range of UV radiation as the sun are now used to naturally clean and deodorize indoor environments.

B. A hydroxyl is a function group mainly found in organic compounds. It consists of a hydrogen atom covalently bonded to an oxygen atom. Therefore, a hydroxyl is represented by -OH. It may also refer to the ion or radical OH, which is either negatively charged with valency of -1 or is neutral.

C. Hydroxyls are the second strongest oxidant in the world behind atomic fluorine. They are one million times more reactive than ozone, which means they break down a much broader range of odors and pathogens compared to ozone.

D. Here are some of the ways the smell of ozone is described, like chlorine. A “clean” smell. Sweet and pungent. Like an electrical spark.

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Q. How much is a Hydroxyl generator ?

A. Hydroxyl can start at $5,500 and their price can increase depending on their capacity and features. If your commercial establishment is not too large, then you can benefit from a whole-house dehumidifier model that can start at $2,500 for a 260-pint capacity.

B. The Hydroxyl generator prices run the full gamut from a low of $500 to a high of $4,500.

C. A standard model that operates at 280 Watts-hour. If the current power rate is 15 cents/kW, an electric dehumidifier uses 4.2 cents of power per hour. Therefore, if you run it for 10 hours a day, the cost is 10 hours * 4.2 cents = 42 cents/day or about $153.30 per year.

D. Depending on the size of your unit, you could pay $15-$25 per hr. monthly averages range from $600 to $3000.

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Q. Benefits of Electrostatic Spraying?

A. Less toxic chemicals can be used: The increased effectiveness allows more choices for disinfection and sanitization. Better for the environment: By using safer chemicals and reducing waste, the total environmental load is substantially lightened.

B. Their strength and power make them especially helpful in air pollution control, ventilation in an area where a pressure drop is present, and chemical processing units, among other things. These expert air blower options also help with dust collection, keeping air clean thanks to their drawing power.

C. How long does electrostatic disinfection take? This will depend on the size of the area being disinfected, it takes approximately 30-45 minutes to clean and disinfect each room in a hospital using traditional methods.

D. If you disinfect a hand railing with an electrostatic sprayer, it will kill any pathogens on the surface after dwell time has been achieved until it is next touched, when it will need to be disinfected again.

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Q. What can you spray with an electrostatic sprayer?

A. Cleaners, sanitizers, deodorizers, and disinfectants can all be used with electrostatic sprayers.

B. Hydroxyls and atomic fluorine, to break down a much broader range of odors and pathogens compared to ozone.

C. Soap detergent with a mix of hydrogen peroxide with the proper level of mixtures.

D. Here are some of the ways the smell of ozone is described, like chlorine. A “clean” smell. Sweet and pungent. Like an electrical spark.

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Q. What chemicals can be used in a ULV fogger?

A. Soap detergent with a mix of hydrogen peroxide with the proper level of mixtures.

B. Fog master foggers are capable of atomizing light liquids -- both water- and oil-based -- including pesticides, deodorants, disinfectants and, of course, water. Heavier liquids can also be fogged, providing their viscosity and surface tension is not too great.

C. A mixture of hydrogen peroxide and bleach with proper level of mixture, combine ~1 ½ cups bleach per gallon of water or ~⅓ cup bleach per quart of water. Combine ½ cup of bleach per gallon of water or 2 tablespoons of bleach per quart of water.

D. All The Above

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Q. Do hydroxyl generator clean the air?

A. Their strength and power make them especially helpful in air pollution control, ventilation in an area where a pressure drop is present, and chemical processing units, among other things. These expert air blower options also help with dust collection, keeping air clean thanks to their drawing power.

B. Helps reduce musty odors that can accompany mold and mildew. Reducing the potential development of mold on furniture, curtains, bed sheets and clothing. Running a dehumidifier reduces dust. Dust can trigger allergies; and this device will help to reduce allergens such as dust mites, mold, and mildew.

C. The hydroxyl radical is a very reactive and short-lived molecule that contains one hydrogen atom and one oxygen atom. These go on to react with hydrocarbons or carbon monoxide molecules and break them up — scrubbing the atmosphere clean.

D. All The Above.

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Q. Is electrostatic sprayer the same as a fogger?

A. The difference between electrostatic sprayers and foggers? Electrostatic sprayers have an electrode that introduces a positive electric charge to the solution. Foggers or misters create a dry fog or wet mist that kills pathogens in the air and on any surface it contacts.

B. 4M Electrostatic Spray Disinfecting is not only an efficient method of disinfecting but also more effective than Fogging; taking only 1 to 5 minutes to kill 99.99% of all pathogens providing peace of mind for all occupants, tenants, and employees.

D. The second strongest oxidant in the world behind atomic fluorine. They are one million times more reactive than ozone, which means they break down a much broader range of odors and pathogens compared to ozone.

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Q. What does disinfectant not do?

A. Cleaning your home isn't always enough – that's why disinfecting your home is a crucial part of supporting your family's protection. Many bacteria and viruses can survive in the environment and on surfaces for days at a time, and the only way to kill bacteria and viruses is to use disinfectant products.

B. Bleach is a strong and effective disinfectant – its active ingredient sodium hypochlorite is effective in killing bacteria, fungi and viruses, including influenza virus – but it is easily inactivated by organic material.

C. Hydrogen peroxide and white vinegar form the basis of many of these home solutions. Some of them work well as cleaners and can even kill a majority (up to 80% - leaving the surviving 20% to grow stronger creating superbugs) of some germs and bacteria.

D. Disinfection does not necessarily kill all microorganisms, especially resistant bacterial spores; it is less effective than sterilization, which is an extreme physical or chemical process that kills all types of life.

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Q. Are hydroxyl air purifiers safe?

A. Poor maintenance is the leading cause of electrical fires, kinks in wiring cause electrical resistance within the wire, which creates heat and could cause an electrical fire. Arcing can lead to a fire and occurs in electrical panels and enclosures, frayed wires, and extension cords, and even in damaged phone chargers.

B. Hydroxyl generators work in a way that is most similar to ozone in the sense that they produce oxidizing gasses that break apart odor molecules. The two primary differences, however, are that hydroxyls are scientifically confirmed to be far more reactive than ozone, and they are safe to use with sensitive materials.

D. The hydroxyl (OH) radical is the key species of the photooxidation cycles in the atmosphere that oxidize primary volatile organic compounds (VOCs) to form secondary oxygenated gas species and aerosols, which can be toxic and often carcinogenic (1).

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Q. Is it better to spray or wipe disinfectant?

A. “Antibacterial wipes kill bacteria, not viruses,” says Dr. McWilliams. “They're usually for your hands but read the directions to be sure. And COVID-19 is a virus, not bacteria, so antibacterial wipes may not kill it.

B. Wet wipes can spread germs, whether you're scrubbing off make-up, freshening up your hands or giving those kitchen or bathroom surfaces a quick wipe down, the humble wet wipe has become a cleaning stalwart for many of us.

D. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) “has found no evidence to suggest [antimicrobial coatings] offer any enhanced protection from the spread of bacteria and germs and that proper cleaning and handwashing are the best ways to prevent infection.”

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Q. Is antimicrobial spray safe?

A. Antimicrobial products kill or slow the spread of microorganisms. Microorganisms include bacteria, viruses, protozoans, and fungi such as mold and mildew. ... As antiseptics, antimicrobial products are used to treat or prevent diseases on people, pets, and other living things.

B. The primary difference between antibacterial vs. antimicrobial substances is the types of microorganisms they act upon. While antimicrobial substances work against a broad spectrum of microbes (bacteria, mold, mildew, algae, and even viruses), antibacterial substances are only effective against bacteria.

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Q. Do hydroxyl generators kill mold?

A. A hydroxyl generator can kill airborne mold spores and removes mold odors but has a limited effect on surface mold. This is because hydroxyl generators do not penetrate materials or kill mold that has already become established on surfaces due to hydroxyls not lasting long enough to reach them.

B. No, they do NOT kill mold, but they do prevent it by reducing humidity. If you have a mold problem in your home, do not wait. Remove the mold and stop the moisture source (leak, condensation, high humidity, etc.) to prevent more damage and costly repairs.

C. Hydrogen peroxide in a 3% solution makes an effective disinfectant that will kill nearly all types of molds. You can use a spray bottle and a brush to apply the solution to surfaces in the contaminated area, and then scrub them down. Keep in mind that this solution can act as bleach on some surfaces.

D. No, Hydroxyl generators remove only contaminants, and allergens like dust mites, and pollen. Air scrubbers can remove 99% of these airborne particles.

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Q. How much does a commercial grade dehumidifier cost?

A. Industrial/commercial dehumidifiers can start at $5,500 and their price can increase depending on their capacity and features. If your commercial establishment is not too large, then you can benefit from a whole-house dehumidifier model that can start at $2,500 for a 260-pint capacity.

B. The commercial dehumidifiers prices run the full gamut from a low of $500 to a high of $4,500.

C. Depending on the size of your unit, you could pay $15-$25 per hr. monthly averages range from $600 to $3000.

D. A standard model that operates at 280 Watts-hour. If the current power rate is 15 cents/kW, an electric dehumidifier uses 4.2 cents of power per hour. Therefore, if you run it for 10 hours a day, the cost is 10 hours * 4.2 cents = 42 cents/day or about $153.30 per year.

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Q. What is a Vaporizer?

A. A device used with hydrogen peroxide disinfectant solutions. Doors and ventilation systems must be sealed while in use. Should be used only in healthcare or laboratory settings.

B. Also known as mister: A device that uses a fan and a liquid solution to create a fog (aerosol with small droplets) or mist.

C. a device that attaches directly to the ductwork of your HVAC system. It removes air pollution, VOCs, surface contaminants, pet dander, odors, and dust. It provides a cleaner, healthier, and more efficient home.

D. A device that works by applying a small electrical charge to aerosols when passing through the nozzle. These charged droplets adhere easier and stick to environmental surfaces.

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Q. How long do antimicrobials last on surfaces?

A. It may be possible that a person can get COVID-19 by touching a surface or object that has the virus on it and then touching their own mouth, nose, or possibly their eyes. This is not thought to be the main way the virus spreads, but we are still learning more about this virus.

B. Soap doesn’t actually kill germs on our hands, it breaks them up and removes them.

C. Some bacteria – including E. Coli and MRSA – can survive for several months on inanimate surfaces, while infectious yeasts can last for weeks. This only underlines the importance of continually disinfecting and cleaning surfaces that are frequently touched. (Read more about how long Covid-19 lasts on surfaces.)

D. Spread of COVID-19 occurs via airborne particles and droplets. People who are infected with COVID can release particles and droplets of respiratory fluids that contain the SARS CoV-2 virus into the air when they exhale (e.g., quiet breathing, speaking, singing, exercise, coughing, sneezing).

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Q. How much does an air scrubber cost?

A. An air scrubber with Am-Cat Ems generally costs around $1,300-$2,000 depending on the size of your home and HVAC system and or the setup fee in the placement of the mobile equipment.

B. Depending on the size of your unit, you could pay $15-$25 per hr. monthly averages range from $600 to $3000.

C. Let's take a standard model that operates at 280 Watts-hour. If the current power rate is 15 cents/kW, an electric dehumidifier uses 4.2 cents of power per hour. Therefore, if you run it for 10 hours a day, the cost is 10 hours * 4.2 cents = 42 cents/day or about $153.30 per year.

D. At current electrical rate schedules each horsepower costs between $0.10 and $. 20 per hour to run. This means if you have a 5-horsepower pump, and it needs to run 5 hours a day to meet your irrigation and household needs you could be spending up to $5 per day or about $150 a month to power your well pump!

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Q. What is a Fogger?

A. A device used with hydrogen peroxide disinfectant solutions. Doors and ventilation systems must be sealed while in use. Should be used only in healthcare or laboratory settings.

B. Also known as mister: A device that uses a fan and a liquid solution to create a fog (aerosol with small droplets) or mist.

C. A device that works by applying a small electrical charge to aerosols when passing through the nozzle. These charged droplets adhere easier and stick to environmental surfaces.

D. A device that attaches directly to the ductwork of your HVAC system. It removes air pollution, VOCs, surface contaminants, pet dander, odors, and dust. It provides a cleaner, healthier, and more efficient home.

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Q. What are the benefits of a dehumidifier?

B. Cleans, Freshens, Purifies. Indoor air can be 2-5 times more polluted than the air outdoors, but with an Air Scrubber, you'll enjoy Active Pure technology that cleans, freshens, and purifies the air around you, Protects Your Home, Reduces Allergy/Asthma Symptoms.

C. Their strength and power make them especially helpful in air pollution control, ventilation in an area where a pressure drop is present, and chemical processing units, among other things. These expert air blower options also help with dust collection, keeping air clean thanks to their drawing power.

D. acts as the heart of the engine, pumping much-needed liquid through to the engine to help it run efficiently and reliably; the flow rate is vitally important so as to maximize this.

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Q, Are home air scrubbers safe?

A. Yes, as long as your house doesn't have underlying wiring issues that would prevent a modern appliance from being able to function properly.

B. No, Air scrubbers remove only contaminants, and allergens like dust mites, and pollen. Air scrubbers can remove 99% of these airborne particles.

C. Poor maintenance is the leading cause of electrical fires, kinks in wiring cause electrical resistance within the wire, which creates heat and could cause an electrical fire. Arcing can lead to a fire and occurs in electrical panels and enclosures, frayed wires, and extension cords, and even in damaged phone chargers.

D. Keep Track of Circuit Breaker Trips, look and Listen for Flickering, Buzzing or Dimming Lights, look Out for Frayed or Chewed Wiring, search for Discoloration, Scorching and Smoke, feel for Warm or Vibrating Wall Outlets, smell for Burning and Odd Odors.

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Q. How long should I run an air scrubber?

A. It's safe to leave your ceiling fan running for eight consecutive hours at a time. That doesn't mean you should panic if you ran out the door for work and forgot to turn your fan off, but you will want to give the fan's motor a break as soon as you get back home.

B. The industry guideline recommends that an air scrubber be in the environment for 24 to 48 hours to thoroughly scrub the air. These types of air devices usually do between 4 to 6 air exchanges per hour which will effectively aid in the filtration and cleaning of the airspace.

C. We recommend running the dehumidifier for at least 12 hours a day. This is highly dependent on the room dampness condition, the unit's capacity, and in-built features. If the room condition is extremely wet, you might need to leave the dehumidifier on the whole day.

D. According to the Home Air Advisor, ozone lasts between 30 minutes and 4 hours before it converts back into oxygen. Higher levels of ozone concentration generally take 3 to 4 hours to dissipate, while lower levels can clear out in about 2 hours.

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Personal belongings Inventoried & Valuables Packing out, Cleaned and Stored.

Am-Cats Ems certification program is designed to provide the correct techniques in creating Personal Inventory's reports and schedules of venders packing out all salvageable valuables for cleaning and storage.

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Q. Is it safe to wear clothes after a house fire?

A. However, you should avoid washing dry clean only clothing. Removing smoke odors from clothing is only one step to recovering from a fire. If your home is damaged after a fire, we can help. Our fire damage restoration contractors clean up all types of soot and smoke damage.

B. water may be contaminated with sewage waste that contains harmful bacteria. If your clothes come into contact with flood water, normal laundering with detergent and water is not enough to kill the bacteria that may be present. The bacteria from floodwater can remain alive in fabrics for a long time.

C. Wearing clothing with mold will cause skin concerns. Depending on the individual and their reaction to mold, skin problems can range from mild itchiness and irritation to severe skin rashes and even toxicity.

D. Wearing new clothes straight from the store — without washing them — probably won't kill you, but it can cause some nasty reactions, and has the potential to pass along some inkiness that maybe you'd rather not know about.

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Q. How do I make an inventory list?

A. Open a new spreadsheet in Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, Numbers, or another program. You can use whichever spreadsheet program you feel most comfortable with.

B. Name your headings

C. Enter items and their corresponding information

D. Save the sheet and update during inventory

E. All The Above

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Q. What should be included in home inventory?

A. Description of the item

B. Make, model, or serial number if applicable

C. Appraisals or cost at the time of purchase

D. Where the item was purchased

E. Date of purchase

F. Receipts or photos in an attachment, if relevant`

G. All The Above

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Q. What is the best way to count inventory?

A. The most accurate way to determine how much you're eating is to weigh your food. However, this can be time-consuming and isn't always practical. Measuring cups: Standard volume measures are slightly quicker and easier to use than a scale but can still be time-consuming and awkward at times.

B. The best way to count inventory is with inventory management software that helps keep inventory audits short and sweet. Using an inventory app is faster than physically counting items and maintaining spreadsheets, and it's also more accurate.

C. If you're just getting started, I recommend using the ace-five count. It's the simplest counting method, and it only tracks two cards. For the ace-five count to work, you must use a big betting spread. Basically, anytime the count is positive, you double the size of your previous bet as the count goes up.

D. To count large amount of money in each collection of same-valued bills, divide the number that you have chosen to count to by the value of the bill. For example, if you are counting ten-dollar bills and you have chosen to count to 100, the number you will remember is 10. Divide the collection of bills into stacks of 10.

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Q. How do you do inventory after a fire?

A. Start in one room. Place several smaller items on a flat surface, like a tabletop, and photograph them. Be sure you can see what's in the photos. Repeat the process until you've photographed everything in that room, then move on to the other rooms and do it all again until you've gone through everything.

B. For a natural surface cleaner, try mixing baking soda with lemon juice, vinegar or even just some water to form a paste. Rub this all over your work surface and rinse thoroughly with water.The baking soda will break down the dust and will eliminate any stains.

C. There are various ways to dry a flooded property – these include: Speed drying: This uses heaters and hot air to force the moisture out. Dehumidification: Desiccant and heat exchange types are commonly used by flood drying companies. Desiccant dehumidifiers operate by absorbing moisture from the air.

D. It depends on several factors, but in general, you can expect areas in your home exposed to water or moisture to dry in about five days. Sometimes it takes as little as two days to dry an area and other times it could take several weeks.

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Q. How often should inventory be done?

A. There are three main types of inventory methods: raw materials inventory, work-in-process inventory, finished goods inventory.

B. The four main ways to account for inventory are the specific identification, first in first out, last in first out, and weighted average methods. As background, inventory includes the raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods that a company has on hand for its own production processes or for sale to customers.

C. At least once per year a physical inventory count should be performed, but more frequent checks can be useful. By checking your stock periodically, you can be sure your inventory matches what is in your records. You'll also be able to identify any problems in your record keeping procedures.

D. The best way to count inventory is with inventory management software that helps keep inventory audits short and sweet. Using an inventory app is faster than physically counting items and maintaining spreadsheets, and it's also more accurate.

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Q. What do you do with belongings after a fire?

A. Data from surface survival studies indicate that a 99% reduction in infectious SARS-CoV-2 and other coronaviruses can be expected under typical indoor environmental conditions within 3 days (72 hours) on common non-porous surfaces like stainless steel, plastic, and glass

B. Save undamaged possessions, any items that are not damaged or destroyed should be put in a safe place, even if it means putting them in storage. You will find that household items the fire did not burn up may be ruined by smoke, soot, or the water used to put out the flames.

C. Flooded carpets and rugs are best replaced since flood water may contain contaminants. Flooded carpet pads should always be discarded and replaced. Remove water-logged rugs, carpets, and pads within 48 hours after flooding subsides. If salvage is attempted, spread out rugs and carpets outdoors.

D. Mold digests whatever material it's growing on so long-term mold growth will destroy clothing. As mold grows larger it will also leave a greater stain on your clothing which can be difficult to remove, +and the clothes will smell.

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Q. How long after a fire can you move back in?

A. The smell of smoke can easily spread to other parts of the house through the vents and walls. ... As a result, it can easily get into your respiratory system and cause harm the same way the smoke does. The materials produced during a fire are the same ones that make the smell of some very dangerous.

B. For small fires that cause little to no structural damage and instead cause smoke damage throughout, the restoration process can take anywhere from a few days to several weeks.

C. The ensuing smoke odor from a real fire does not go away on its own. You may become a bit more accustomed to it, but you cannot simply “air out” your home after a fire. ... Smoke and soot damage from house fires is a much more serious issue and the odor will remain until professionally removed.

D. Odor Eliminator removes the smell of smoke, cigarettes, cigars and fire at the source. This odor eliminator works quickly to neutralize garbage and bathroom odors. The non-toxic formula leaves automobiles, restrooms, closets and other spaces smelling fresh and clean.

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Q. Can furniture be cleaned after a fire?

A. After a fire, it's safest to have upholstered furniture professionally cleaned or thrown out. It's recommended that individuals do not move, sit on, or wipe down smoke- or soot-damaged furniture. Keep in mind that some residues and odors may seep into soft, upholstered surfaces.

B. When a piece of wood furniture has been soaked in water, the very first thing to do is to let it dry. Place it in a room with warm temperature and good air circulation. You may want to turn on the heating and the fans. Alternatively, if the weather permits, you can leave the furniture to dry outside.

C. To clean mildew, or other stubborn stains: Prepare a solution of 8 ounces (1 cup) of bleach and 2 ounces (1/4 cup) of mild soap per gallon of clean water. Spray on entire area and allow to soak into the fabric for 15 minutes. Remove stain with a sponge, clean towel, or very soft bristle brush.

D. If your dog or cat stains your furniture, don't freak out. Many urine stains can be removed with simple household cleaning supplies. Blot it dry and then use a mixture of dish soap and vinegar with water to sponge the stain, slowly working from the inside out.

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Q. Can you sleep in a house after a fire?

A. Smoke is invasive. Even though it might seem to have dissipated, if you look carefully, you'll find signs of smoke damage across the home. For this reason, it isn't wise to stay over or sleep in a building after a fire without first cleaning up any lingering smoke particles.

B. A house fire is one of the most traumatic things that can happen in a person's life. ... But a house fire can shatter that feeling of safety and replace it with a sense of unease. Feeling uncomfortable in your home can then lead to an inability to relax and an increase in stress.

C. Staying in a house that has been damaged by flooding due to a natural disaster is not considered safe for a variety of reasons, one of which is the potential formation of mold. After water damage occurs, it is possible that mold and mildew can start growing even within one day.

D. Tornadoes can touch down in the dark without warning while you are at home. Many homes do not offer the same protection as a stronger work structure. Many more deaths occur when tornadoes touch down at night.

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How We Disinfect Surfaces

Am-Cats Ems certification program is designed to provide the correct techniques in how we disinfect surfaces in heighten pandemic environments

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Q. Who is the IICRC ?

A. The Institute of Inspection, Cloning and Restoration Certification, more commonly known as the IICRC, is a certification and standard-setting non-profit organization for the inspection, cloning, and restoration industries

B. The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification, more commonly known as the IICRC, is a certification and standard-setting non-profit organization for the inspection, cleaning, and restoration industries. The organization formulates health and safety related industry standards for built environment.

C. The Institute of Interpretation, Cleaning and Reviewing Certification, more commonly known as the IICRC, is a certification and standard-setting non-profit organization for the Interpretation, cleaning, and Reviewing industries.

D. The Institute of Inspection, Compromising and Restoration Certification, more commonly known as the IICRC, is a certification and standard-setting non-profit organization for the inspection, Compromising, and restoration industries.

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Q. How long does COVID-19 survive on clothes?

A. The smallest very fine droplets, and aerosol particles formed when these fine droplets rapidly dry, are small enough that they can remain suspended in the air for weeks.

B. The length of time varies. Some strains of coronavirus live for only a few days on paper, while others live for up to 5 weeks.

C. Research suggests that COVID-19 doesn’t survive for long on clothing, compared to hard surfaces, and exposing the virus to heat may shorten its life. A study was published and found that at room temperature, COVID-19 was detectable on fabric for up to two-three days, compared to seven days for plastic and metal.

D. The length of time varies. Some strains of coronavirus live for only a few days on paper, while others live for up to 5 weeks.

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Q. Can I use disinfectant sprays for effective cleaning during the COVID-19 pandemic?

A. Heat water at 130 degrees Fahrenheit (54.4 Celsius) or above. Warm water is generally between 110- and 90-degrees Fahrenheit and mix with some dish soap.

B. Spray disinfectants like Lysol disinfecting spray. It kills up to 99.9 percent of fungi, viruses, and bacteria. Simply spray the possibly infected areas like doorknobs and furniture and let the spray do its work, making for easy cleaning.

C. Data from surface survival studies indicate that a 99% reduction in infectious SARS-CoV-2 and other coronaviruses can be expected under typical indoor environmental conditions within 3 days (72 hours) on common non-porous surfaces like stainless steel, plastic, and glass.

D. A study published in found that at room temperature, COVID-19 was detectable on fabric for up to two days, compared to seven days for plastic and metal. However, when it was exposed to high heat, the virus became inactive within five minutes.

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Q. What are some recommendations for employers during the COVID-19 pandemic?

A. Have your employee’s clean-up after themselves?

B. Make a visual inspection of the employee for signs of illness, which could include flushed cheeks, sweating inappropriately for ambient temperature, or difficulty performing ordinary tasks. Conduct temperature and symptom screening.

C. Do nothing.

D. Hire a cleaning crew to do cleaning after all employees leave and repeat.

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Q. How long does the coronavirus live on surfaces for?

A. Scientists found that SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, can be detected in aerosols for up to three hours and on plastic and stainless-steel surfaces for up to three days. The findings emphasize the importance of hand washing and disinfecting frequently touched surfaces to protect against infection.

B. The smallest very fine droplets, and aerosol particles formed when these fine droplets rapidly dry, are small enough that they can remain suspended in the air for weeks.

C. The length of time varies. Some strains of coronavirus live for only a few days on paper, while others live for up to 5 weeks.

D. Research suggests that COVID-19 doesn’t survive for long on clothing, compared to hard surfaces, and exposing the virus to heat may shorten its life. A study published in found that at room temperature, COVID-19 was detectable on fabric for up to two Weeks, compared to seven Weeks, for plastic and metal.

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Q. What is the difference between cleaning and disinfecting for COVID-19 ?

A. Regular household cleaning and disinfection products will effectively eliminate the virus from household surfaces. For cleaning and disinfecting households with suspected or confirmed COVID19, surface virucidal disinfectants, such as 0.05% sodium hypochlorite (NaClO) and products based on ethanol (at least 70%), should be used.

B. Cleaning physically removes germs, dirt, and impurities from surfaces or objects by using soap (or detergent) and water. This process does not necessarily kill germs, but by removing them, it lowers their numbers and the risk of spreading infection. Spraying disinfectants, like Lysol Disinfecting Spray, kills up to 99.9 percent of fungi, viruses, and bacteria. Simply spray the possibly infected areas, like doorknobs and furniture, and let the spray do its work, making for easy cleaning the difference is the kill factor.

C. Streets and sidewalks are not considered as routes of infection for COVID-19. Spraying disinfectants, even outdoors, can be noxious for people's health and cause eye, respiratory or skin irritation or damage.

D. A straight 3% hydrogen peroxide solution takes out rhinovirus – which is tougher to kill than coronavirus – in six to eight minutes, and so should be at least as quick in disinfecting coronavirus.

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Q. How long does it take alcohol disinfectants to kill COVID-19 on surfaces?

B. The smallest very fine droplets, and aerosol particles formed when these fine droplets rapidly dry, are small enough that they can remain suspended in the air for weeks.

C. Solutions of 70% alcohol should be left on surfaces for thirty seconds (including cellphones) to ensure they will kill viruses. Pure (100%) alcohol evaporates too quickly for such use.

D. The length of time varies. Some strains of coronavirus live for only a few days on paper, while others live for up to 5 weeks.

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Q. What solutions can be used to disinfect surfaces during the COVID-19 pandemic?

A. For disinfection, diluted household bleach solutions, alcohol solutions with at least 70% alcohol, and most common EPA-registered disinfectants should be effective.

B. Streets and sidewalks are not considered as routes of infection for COVID-19. Spraying disinfectants, even outdoors, can be noxious for people's health and cause eye, respiratory or skin irritation or damage.

C. Dish washer detergent with a homemade mixture of products you find under your kitchen cabinets.

D. Heat water at 130 degrees Fahrenheit (54.4 Celsius) or above. Warm water is generally between 110- and 90-degrees Fahrenheit and mix with some dish soap.

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Q. How long does an Iicrc certification last?

A. Once I'm IICRC certified, do I need to maintain my certification? Yes, certified individuals must earn continuing education units (CEUs) to maintain their certification. IICRC Inspectors: Must earn 14.0 CEU hours every two years.

B. Once I'm IICRC certified, do I need to maintain my certification? Yes, certified individuals must earn continuing education units (CEUs) to maintain their certification. IICRC Inspectors: Must earn 14.0 CEU hours every one years.

C. Once I'm IICRC certified, do I need to maintain my certification? Yes, certified individuals must earn continuing education units (CEUs) to maintain their certification. IICRC Inspectors: Must earn 14.0 CEU hours every Five years.

D. Once I'm IICRC certified, do I need to maintain my certification? Yes, certified individuals must earn continuing education units (CEUs) to maintain their certification. IICRC Inspectors: Must earn 14.0 CEU hours every three years.

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Q. What is the CDC guideline for soft cleaning surfaces during COVID-19 pandemic?

A. Clean the soft surfaces (carpets, rugs, and drapes) with soap and water or with cleaners made for use on these surfaces.

B. Launder items (if possible) using the warmest appropriate water setting and dry items completely.

C. Disinfect using an EPA List Nexternal icon product for use on soft surfaces, if needed

D. All The Above

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Mold Removal Mitigation

Am-Cats Ems certification program is designed to provide the correct techniques in responding to mold damage caused by, unexpected water and flood damage and related catastrophes.

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Q. Is it safe to live in a house with mold?

A. No, mold contaminants, and allergens like dust mites, and pollen. Can’t be removed 99% of these airborne particles are harmful.

B. Keep Track of Circuit Breaker Trips, look and Listen for Flickering, Buzzing or Dimming Lights, look Out for Frayed or Chewed Wiring, search for Discoloration, Scorching and Smoke, feel for Warm or Vibrating Wall Outlets, smell for Burning and Odd Odors.

D. All indoor environments have some mold spores in them, but this does not affect most people. However, people with a compromised immune system may have a higher risk of illness, and especially lung problems, if there are mold spores and mold in the environment. Others may experience allergic reactions.

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Q. What does mold do to the body?

A. Most mold is unmistakable, but sometimes small or largely hidden growths just make a surface look dirty. A quick test for mold can be done when you dip a swab in diluted bleach (1-part bleach, 16 parts water) and dab it on the wall. If the spot quickly lightens (or keeps coming back after cleaning), assume it is mold.

B. Mold requires water, food, and oxygen to grow. It also requires an environment with a temperature it can survive. While mold cannot spread without these conditions, its spores may survive in a dormant state until conditions are suitable.

C. Some people are sensitive to molds. For these people, exposure to molds can lead to symptoms such as stuffy nose, wheezing, and red or itchy eyes, or skin. Some people, such as those with allergies to molds or with asthma, may have more intense reactions.

D. Mold spores stay airborne indefinitely, but you should know that if a damp spot is unattended to for 24 to 48 hours, then it's likely that the mold spores in the air will congregate on that one spot, forming more mold.

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Q. How long does mold stay in the air?

A. To limit your exposure to airborne mold spores, you may want to wear an N-95 respirator.

B. Mold spores stay airborne indefinitely, but you should know that if a damp spot is unattended to for 24 to 48 hours, then it's likely that the mold spores in the air will congregate on that one spot, forming more mold.

C. You'll need to address the cause of the mold – such as water damage, excessive condensation, poor ventilation, and so on. The best way to make sure you get rid of mold in your house is to hire a professional mold inspector. They will conduct a thorough examination of your home and assess the molds that are present.

D. All The Above.

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Q. How do you check for mold?

A. You'll need to address the cause of the mold – such as water damage, excessive condensation, poor ventilation, and so on. The best way to make sure you get rid of mold in your house is to hire a professional mold inspector. They will conduct a thorough examination of your home and assess the molds that are present.

B. A mixture of hydrogen peroxide and bleach with proper level of mixture, combine ~1 ½ cups bleach per gallon of water or ~⅓ cup bleach per quart of water. Combine ½ cup of bleach per gallon of water or 2 tablespoons of bleach per quart of water.

C. Most mold is unmistakable, but sometimes small or largely hidden growths just make a surface look dirty. A quick test for mold can be done when you dip a swab in diluted bleach (1-part bleach, 16 parts water) and dab it on the wall. If the spot quickly lightens (or keeps coming back after cleaning), assume it is mold.

D. All The Above.

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Q. Why is mold a problem?

A. The second strongest oxidant in the world behind atomic fluorine. They are one million times more reactive than ozone, which means they break down a much broader range of odors and pathogens compared to ozone.

B. Molds have the potential to cause health problems. Molds produce allergens (substances that can cause allergic reactions), irritants, and in some cases, potentially toxic substances (mycotoxins). Inhaling or touching mold or mold spores may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.

D. All The Above.

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Q. What are the three things that mold needs in order to grow?

A. Mold requires water, food, and oxygen to grow. It also requires an environment with a temperature it can survive. While mold cannot spread without these conditions, its spores may survive in a dormant state until conditions are suitable.

C. 3% solution makes an effective disinfectant that will kill nearly all types of molds.

D. Sunlight, Freshwater, and dry warm environments.

E. All the Above.

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Q. How to avoid breathing in mold or mold spores?

A. Throw away wet materials that can't be cleaned. Wash curtains, clothing, and bedding with hot soapy water. Bleach them whenever possible and then dry and iron them. Flush rugs and furniture with clean water, and shampoo and air-dry them.

B. To limit your exposure to airborne mold spores, you may want to wear an N-95 respirator.

C. Wash mud, dirt, and debris from your house with a hose, starting at the highest point and work down to ground level, where possible, remove all wet items such as floor coverings, rugs, mats, furniture, bedding, linen and clothing. B alert to snakes, spiders and rats that may have taken refuge in your home.

D. Spray the moldy surface completely to saturate the area with hydrogen peroxide. Leave the surface to sit for 10 minutes. Scrub the area to make sure to remove all the mold and mold stains. Wipe down the surface to remove residual mold and spores.

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Q. What type of cleanup is involved after a flood?

A. Wash mud, dirt, and debris from your house with a hose, starting at the highest point and work down to ground level, where possible, remove all wet items such as floor coverings, rugs, mats, furniture, bedding, linen and clothing. B alert to snakes, spiders and rats that may have taken refuge in your home.

B. Removing debris, removing any standing water and resolving water damage, removing all the smoke particles and soot accumulation in the home and vents, removing and replacing damaged contents, as well as irradicating the smell of smoke and ensuring the air quality in the home is good.

C. Throw away wet materials that can't be cleaned. Wash curtains, clothing, and bedding with hot soapy water. Bleach them whenever possible and then dry and iron them. Flush rugs and furniture with clean water, and shampoo and air-dry them.

D. B & C

E. A & C

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Q. How is mold abatement done?

A. Repair the water problem, isolate the contaminated area, suppress dust, remove materials, place materials in plastic bags, clean the affected area and egress, visibility test.

B. Clear Out Surrounding Rooms and Cover Everything, protect Everything (Including Registers), contain the Dust: Seal off other Doorways, mount a Fan to a Window, to Generating the dust outside, sweep and vacuum at the end of Each Day.

C. Mold professionals seal off the work area, often using plastic sheeting, so that mold spores do not become dispersed throughout the home. Mold professionals use expensive, professional equipment such as HEPA air scrubbers, HEPA vacuums, commercial-strength dehumidifiers, etc. Regular handymen won't have that equipment.

D. A & B

E. A & C

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Q. How do you seal off a mold contaminated room?

A. A loose curtain of plastic hung over a doorway with a few strips of tape won't do the job. Instead, completely seal the top and sides with tape and lay a board over the plastic at the bottom. Use heavier 4- or 6- mil plastic and add an adhesive-backed zipper for easy entry.

B. To seal off the room you are about to clean, use plastic sheets with duct tape to cover doorways, vents and any other openings. You also need to minimize dust as mold spores often stick to dust and are then transported around your home by the dust particles. Isolating the work area to prevent cross-contamination of clean, unaffected areas of the home is imperative.

C. Install some door protectors; they protect doors from dents, dirt and paint overspray during construction and remodeling, easy installation; simply hang over door to protect both sides and secure with securing bands provided, reusable lightweight door protector can be taken from job to job.

D. Clear Out Surrounding Rooms and Cover Everything, protect Everything (Including Registers), contain the Dust: Seal off other Doorways, mount a Fan to a Window, to Generating the dust outside, sweep and vacuum at the end of Each Day.

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Crawl Space Mitigation

Am-Cats Ems certification program is designed to provide the correct techniques in crawl space mitigation caused by, radon exposure, mold contamination and high moisture levels in crawl spaces.

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Q. Is crawl space encapsulation necessary?

A. Radon will exist in every old home, new home, drafty home, well insulated home, and homes with and without basements. If any part of your foundation is in direct contact with the soil, it has the potential of having elevated levels.

B. Most research agrees that ideal crawl space wood moisture content should be between 10% and 16%. Wood moisture levels will vary some, but they should not remain too low or too high.

C. If you smoke and live in a home with high radon levels, you increase your risk of developing lung cancer.

D. Moisture in your crawl space will only lead to structural damage over time. The vapor within the crawl space can rot your home's wooden frames and flooring. Encapsulating the crawl space keeps away moisture. In addition, encapsulation helps keep dangerous pests like termites out.

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Q. Does a sealed crawl space need a dehumidifier?

A. Every encapsulated crawlspace needs a drying mechanism. Our favorite is a dehumidifier (we'll explore why in just a moment), but it's common for contractors to dry your crawlspace using the "supply air" method. ... In some homes, supply air may do a good job of drying out the crawlspace.

B. If you smoke and live in a home with high radon levels, you increase your risk of developing lung cancer.

C. Most research agrees that ideal crawl space wood moisture content should be between 10% and 16%. Wood moisture levels will vary some, but they should not remain too low or too high.

D. Radon will exist in every old home, new home, drafty home, well insulated home, and homes with and without basements. If any part of your foundation is in direct contact with the soil, it has the potential of having elevated levels.

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Q. Is crawl space encapsulation covered by insurance?

B. Mold coverage isn't guaranteed by your homeowners insurance policy. Typically, mold damage is only covered if it's related to a covered peril. Mold damage caused by flooding would need to be covered by a separate flood insurance policy. Even though crawl space encapsulation isn't covered by your homeowner’s insurance, it can still be a worthwhile investment. It's a measure that can make it more difficult for standing water to build up in the first place and it also makes it easier to remove water that does pool in the foundation of your home.

C. Radon is a radioactive gas you can't see, feel, taste, or smell. It starts out as uranium, a heavy metal found in the ground and most rocks on the planet.

D. As mold grows underneath your home in the crawl space, the air that circulates from your crawl space eventually finds its way into your home. Most insurance policies do not cover mold damage due to moisture, flooding, or preventable leaks.

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Q. How much does it cost to install a radon mitigation system?

A. Radon mitigation system cost varies dramatically depending on how the home is constructed. Radon system costs can range from $750 to $5,000 per home. The average cost range to install a radon mitigation system in an average single-family home is between $1,100 and $2,500, with $1,400 being the average.

B. Crawl Space Average Per Square Foot $5 - $16, $7,000 - $21,000.

C. Basement Average Per Square Foot $10 - $25, $10,000 - $30,000.

D. Cinder Block Foundation Average Per Square Foot $9 - $12, $11,500 - $15,500.

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Q. How do you get rid of radon in a crawl space?

A. A radon barrier needs to be installed to seal off the ground from the air in the crawlspace. A radon mitigation solution for a crawlspace is to use a standard 6 mil polyethylene vapor barrier, which works, but contractors may be required by law to use a fire-rated membrane.

B. If you smoke and live in a home with high radon levels, you increase your risk of developing lung cancer.

C. Radon will exist in every old home, new home, drafty home, well insulated home, and homes with and without basements. If any part of your foundation is in direct contact with the soil, it has the potential of having elevated levels.

D. Radon levels are usually higher in basements, cellars and living spaces in contact with the ground. However, considerable radon concentration can also be found above the ground floor. Radon concentrations vary considerably between adjacent buildings, as well as within a building from day to day and from hour to hour.

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Q. What is crawl space mitigation?

A. Radon gas does not just stay in the basements or crawl spaces. If there is radon problem in your home, there is a problem throughout your entire home, including your most lived in areas like the living room, bedrooms, and kitchen.

B. If you smoke and live in a home with high radon levels, you increase your risk of developing lung cancer.

C. The mitigation system creates a constant vacuum in this soil to vent the radon out above the roof of the house. Many homes have a combination of crawlspaces, slab-on-grade areas, and basements. These homes are treated using a radon mitigation system with several different suction points.

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Q. How long does crawl space encapsulation last?

A. This can be a severe problem in crawlspaces without vapor barriers and without adequate ventilation. But the solution is often simply to lay a vapor barrier over the ground, which is a much less expensive fix than dealing with major groundwater problems.

B. Radon will exist in every old home, new home, drafty home, well insulated home and homes with and without basements. If any part of your foundation is in direct contact with the soil, it has the potential of having elevated levels.

C. Radon gas does not just stay in the basements or crawl spaces. If there is radon problem in your home, there is a problem throughout your entire home, including your most lived in areas like the living room, bedrooms, and kitchen.

D. Between 15 and 20 years for a typical crawlspace encapsulation project. However, if the humidity levels are controlled and no catastrophic events such as flooding occur, a properly encapsulated crawlspace can last for more than 20 years.

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Q. How often is radon found in homes?

A. Radon levels are usually higher in basements, cellars and living spaces in contact with the ground. However, considerable radon concentration can also be found above the ground floor. Radon concentrations vary considerably between adjacent buildings, as well as within a building from day to day and from hour to hour.

D. It's common: About 1 in every 15 homes has what's considered an elevated radon level. The gas is odorless and invisible, says the EPA, and it causes no immediate symptoms, so the only way to know if your home is affected is by testing your individual residence.

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Q. How expensive is foundation repair?

A. Average foundation repair cost for homeowners is typically just over $4000, or between $1800 and $6500. Minor patching of small cracks is often as low as $500, whereas major structural repairs or underpinning might cost over $10,000.

B. Cinder Block Foundation Average Per Square Foot $9 - $12, $11,500 - $15,500.

C. Pier & Beam Average Per Square Foot $6 - $12 $8,000 - $15,000.

D. Severe flooding or water in a crawl space costs up to $10,000 for removal and repairs. Crawl space waterproofing and encapsulation costs $5,000 to $15,000 to prevent future issues.

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Q. Can I use plastic sheeting as a vapor barrier?

A. When old houses were built, there was no such thing as a vapor barrier. Sure, there may have been felt paper or rosin paper installed under the hardwood floors or behind the siding, but these pieces weren't as much about vapor protection as they were about stopping rainwater.

B. No, a vapor barrier is a material that won't allow moisture to pass through it, such as plastic sheeting. A very simple experiment to show how a vapor barrier works is to lay a plastic garbage bag down on some damp soil. There are two basic types of vapor barriers used with exterior wall insulation.

C. No, DuPont™ Tyvek® is not a vapor barrier. It is made with unique material science to keep air and bulk water out while allowing moisture vapor inside walls to escape.

D. House wrap functions as a weather-resistant barrier, preventing rain from getting into the wall assembly while allowing water vapor to pass to the exterior. House wrap may also serve as an air barrier if it is sealed carefully at seams.

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Q. How much does it cost to fix water in crawl space?

A. When the time comes for home foundation repair, expect to pay between $2,012 and $7,074, with the national average at $4,542. If there are significant issues and hydraulic piers are needed, some homeowners will pay $10,000 or more. Repairs to minor foundation cracks can cost as little as $500.

B. Severe flooding or water in a crawl space costs up to $10,000 for removal and repairs. Crawl space waterproofing and encapsulation costs $5,000 to $15,000 to prevent future issues.

C. Drainage System $800 – $3,000.

D. Waterproofing & Encapsulation $5,000 – $15,000.

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Moisture Readings

Am-Cats Ems certification program is designed to provide the correct techniques in measuring moistures readings throughout the home and or commercial properties.

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Q. What is an acceptable level of moisture in a wall?

A. A range of 5 to 12 percent is considered optimal. A reading of up to 17 percent is generally considered moderate moisture and acceptable. Any reading over 17 percent is considered to be an indication of saturation and the need to replace the drywall and to take preventative measures against future moisture buildup.

B. Crawl space wood moisture content should be between 10% and 16%. Wood moisture levels will vary some, but they should not remain too low or too high. This moisture content is also where you may see decay-producing organisms leading to wood decay and loss of structure.

C. All reading above 17%, is acceptable.

D. Moisture reading of 0-15% is quite normal and raises no cause for concern.

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Q. What is an acceptable moisture reading?

A. Moisture reading of 0-15% is quite normal and raises no cause for concern.

B. All reading above 17%, is acceptable.

C. Levels between 25-30% indicate that there may be water ingress, meaning that remedial work could be required.

D. Moisture content above 16% reading is considered damp.

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Q. What is the normal moisture level in a house?

A. Every home is different, but a level between 30 and 40 percent humidity is typically ideal for keeping your home warm and comfortable in the winter, without leaving condensation on the windows. In the summer, that level can be higher, between 50 and 60 percent.

B. The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) recommends keeping the humidity at 65 percent, while the Environmental Protection

C. It's known that humidity in the air traps odor causing molecules and causes them to not only travel farther, but also linger longer, this results in a noticeable bad smell.

D. If your home or clothing smells musty, chances are you have mold or mildew hiding out.

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Q. What moisture index does mold need to grow?

A. All reading above 17%.

B. High humidity, many species of mold can grow and thrive on humidity alone if the humidity level stays high for a sufficient period of time. Humidity levels typically need to be at 55% or higher before mold begins to grow.

C. This means the EMC ranges from 6.2% to 7.7%. In other words, wood in interior locations will equilibrate in this range. Therefore, lumber intended for interior use should be dried to a moisture content of approximately 6% to 8% and should be kept at this moisture content both prior to and during manufacturing.

D. Dry lumber is lumber with a moisture content no greater than 19%; wood does most of its shrinking as it drops from 28-19%.

E. All The Above.

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Q. At what humidity does mold grow in crawl space?

A. Digital hygrometers are more precise than analog hygrometers but still most are accurate + or - 5 points. They are calibrated in the factory. We recommend that you check the calibration of your digital hygrometer using the salt method so that you know exactly the margin of error of your instrument.

B. Increasing the relative humidity of the air in the crawl space approximately 26% (from 51% outside to 76% in the crawl space). At 60% RH, mold begins to grow.

C. A hygrometer is an instrument used to measure the moisture content – that is, the humidity – of air or any other gas. ... These are called mechanical hygrometers, based on the principle that organic substances (human hair) contract and expand in response to the relative humidity.

D. Cool it down to 70 degrees (typical crawlspace temperature) and the humidity level in that same air changes to 100%. It's estimated that about 40% of the crawlspace air enters the house. This impacts your indoor air quality significantly.

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Q. What is the acceptable amount of moisture content in drywall?

A. Between 5 and 12%, While relative humidity can have some effect on moisture levels, drywall is considered to have an appropriate level of moisture if it has a moisture content of between 5 and 12%.

B. All reading above 17%, is acceptable.

C. Levels between 25-30% indicate that there may be water ingress, meaning that remedial work could be required.

D. Moisture content above 16% reading is considered ok.

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Q. What causes moisture under hardwood floors?

A. Wood floors experience cupping when moisture becomes trapped underneath the wood. This sometimes happens when there's been a flood that has seeped into the floor. If wood floors are placed directly on concrete with no vapor barrier installed underneath, humidity will pass through the porous concrete.

B. The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) recommends keeping the humidity at 65 percent, while the Environmental Protection

C. It's known that humidity in the air traps odor causing molecules and causes them to not only travel farther, but also linger longer, this results in a noticeable bad smell.

D. If your home or clothing smells musty, chances are you have mold or mildew hiding out.

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Q. What percentage of dampness is acceptable?

A. Most houses have varying levels of humidity up to 50%, so moisture levels in drywall can vary from home to home. While relative humidity can have some effect on moisture levels, drywall is considered to have an appropriate level of moisture if it has a moisture content of between 5 and 12%.

B. Levels between 25-30% indicate that there may be water ingress, meaning that remedial work could be required.

C. Any moisture content above 16% reading is considered damp.

D. All reading above 17%, is acceptable.

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Q. What is a bad moisture reading?

A. In general, any reading between 6% and 10% is considered normal here. Now if you are testing exterior wood that has direct contact with the surrounding humidity, you can tolerate values that are up to 20%. Things start to get worrying when the meter indicates higher values than 20%.

B. All reading above 17%.

C. Moisture content above 16% reading is considered damp.

D. All The Above.

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Q. What do the readings on a moisture meter mean?

A. Generally speaking, for drywall, a safe moisture content (%MC) would be less than 1% MC. Anything above 1% MC in drywall would indicate a level of moisture that could compromise the integrity of the gypsum board. Exterior walls may use a variety of materials, from wooden siding, to vinyl, aluminum, brick, and stone.

B. When your basement is too humid, you'll probably be able to feel it. A comfortable basement should maintain a humidity level of 30 to 50 percent — however, those may differ depending on your climate.

C. Moisture meters include visual LED indicators related to the percent reading on the scale for dry, moderate, and saturated or wet readings. Additionally, some meters also offer a third scale for readings of gypsum. These scale readings can range from 0.2 to 50% moisture content.

D. All reading above 17%, is acceptable.

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Radon Exposure, Mitigation and Testing

Am-Cats Ems certification program is designed to provide the correct techniques in understanding how preventional services properly provided on a yearly basis could prevent major losses to homes and buildings.

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Q. Is radon testing necessary?

A. The radon level in a dwelling should not be above the guideline. ... The risk of lung cancer from radon gas exposure is significant but preventable. The only way to know your radon level is to test and if high levels are found take action to reduce.

B. Active subslab suction — also called subslab depressurization — is the most common and usually the most reliable radon reduction method. One or more suction pipes are inserted through the floor slab into the crushed rock or soil underneath. They also may be inserted below the concrete slab from outside the home.

C. Radon gas does not have a smell. It is odorless, colorless, tasteless, and invisible to the human eye. If you have high levels of radon in your home, you won't notice any immediate adverse effects.

D. Basements aren't the only place you can find radon. This is a common assumption since radon is most found in basements. Unfortunately, it's also very wrong. Radon gas can be found anywhere in any home, not just in the basement.

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Q. Can radon affect your brain?

A. Yes, air purifiers help with radon gas reduction to some extent. The air purifiers with activated carbon filter technology are highly effective in trapping radon gas.

B. Radon gas does not have a smell. It is odorless, colorless, tasteless, and invisible to the human eye. If you have high levels of radon in your home, you won't notice any immediate adverse effects.

C. Research, performed at the University of North Dakota, indicates that radon may be a significant cause of two diseases of the brain: Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. The radon gas emitted from soil and rock is not a hazard in the open air.

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Q. Can radon affect dogs?

A. To reduce radon in slab homes, one of four types of soil suction methods are employed: subslab suction, drain-tile suction, sump-hole suction, or block-wall suction. Active subslab suction — also called subslab depressurization — is the most common and usually the most reliable radon reduction method.

B. Basements aren't the only place you can find radon. This is a common assumption since radon is most found in basements. Unfortunately, it's also very wrong. Radon gas can be found anywhere in any home, not just in the basement.

C. Many pets spend on average 90-95% of their time inside. You may not know that your pet has radon poisoning until they start showing cancer-related symptoms, such as fever, abnormal swellings, coughing and lack of appetite, excessive throwing up, lameness, and breathing difficulties.

D. Yes, air purifiers help with radon gas reduction to some extent. The air purifiers with activated carbon filter technology are highly effective in trapping radon gas.

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Q. How do you know if you have radon in your home?

A. Basements aren't the only place you can find radon. This is a common assumption since radon is most found in basements. Unfortunately, it's also very wrong. Radon gas can be found anywhere in any home, not just in the basement.

C. Radon testing is easy and the only way to find out if you have a radon problem in your home. Since you cannot see or smell radon, special equipment is needed to detect it. When you're ready to test your home, you can order a radon test kit by mail from a qualified radon measurement services provider or laboratory.

D. To reduce radon in slab homes, one of four types of soil suction methods are employed: subslab suction, drain-tile suction, sump-hole suction, or block-wall suction. Active subslab suction — also called subslab depressurization — is the most common and usually the most reliable radon reduction method.

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Q. How often should you test for radon?

A. Radon eight times heavier than air (222/28). For comparison, iron is eight times heavier than water and quickly sinks. That's why this heavy gas tends to accumulate in mines and in people's basements. Unlike oxygen or nitrogen molecules, radon is a single atom gas.

B. An active radon sump, fitted with a fan, is the most effective way to reduce indoor radon levels. Sumps work best under solid floors and under suspended floors if the ground is covered with concrete or a membrane. Occasionally, passive sumps without a fan may reduce radon levels.

C. A radon fan must be installed in a non-livable area of the house. This cannot be a basement or crawl-space area!! A radon fan may be installed in a garage, house attic, or outside the house. The radon fan's exhaust pipe must be run to a minimum height of 10' from the ground.

D. In most cases, AmcatEms charge about $1,800 to install a radon mitigation system.

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Q. Can opening windows reduce radon?

B. In most cases, AmcatEms charge about $1,800 to install a radon mitigation system.

D. Opening windows improves air circulation and ventilation, helping move radon out of the house and mixing radon-free outside air with indoor air. Make sure all your basement windows are open. Homes tend to have lower air pressure than their surroundings, which draws radon into the basement.

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Q. Is it OK to live in a house with radon?

A. Air purifiers help with radon gas reduction to some extent. The air purifiers with activated carbon filter technology are highly effective in trapping radon gas.

B. The EPA states, “Radon is a health hazard with a simple solution.” Once radon reduction measures are in place, home buyers need not worry about the quality of the air in the home. Since removing radon is relatively simple, your family will be safe in a home with a radon reduction system in place.

C. To reduce radon in slab homes, one of four types of soil suction methods are employed: subslab suction, drain-tile suction, sump-hole suction, or block-wall suction. Active subslab suction — also called subslab depressurization — is the most common and usually the most reliable radon reduction method.

D. Radon arrives predominately from the soil, so the highest levels are almost always in the basement or lowest level of the home. If you have a basement and there is a door between the basement and the upper floors, then the upper floors will likely have significantly lower levels.

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Q. What’s the average cost to fix radon problem?

A. Radon remediation costs can range from $900 to $5,000 per home. The average cost for single-family home radon mitigation is between $1,000 and $2,500, with $1,400 being the statistical average.

B. Radon mitigation typically costs between $771 and $1,179, but the cost can reach as much as $3,000 for a large home or property with multiple foundations

C. Cost of a radon system depends on several factors, including the layout and foundation of your house. The average radon system costs between $800 to $2000 — sometimes less, sometimes more, depending on the house.

D. Some radon reduction systems can reduce radon levels in your home by up to 99 percent. Most homes can be fixed for about the same cost as other common home repairs.

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Q. How quickly does radon build up?

B. Most research agrees that ideal crawl space wood moisture content should be between 10% and 16%. Wood moisture levels will vary some, but they should not remain too low or too high.

C. Radon gas can damage cells in your lungs, which can lead to cancer. Radon is responsible for about 21,000 lung cancer deaths each year in the United States, though it usually takes 5 to 25 years to develop. Early signs and symptoms of lung cancer may include persistent cough.

D. A typical mold inspection involves the inspector talking to the property owner about any areas where they have seen mold, or where there have been moisture problems or water damage in the past. Both the EPA and experts like Am-CatEms.com suggest that a mold inspection is unnecessary if you can see mold.

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Q. How quickly can radon affect you?

B. Most research agrees that ideal crawl space wood moisture content should be between 10% and 16%. Wood moisture levels will vary some, but they should not remain too low or too high.

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Garage ReBuilds and Door motor and Concrete slab Installations

Am-Cats Ems certification program is designed to provide the correct techniques in responding to garage damages and rebuilds caused by, unexpected fire damage and related catastrophes.

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Q. What is the effect of fire on concrete?

A. Concrete structures are more likely to remain standing through fire than are structures of other materials. Unlike wood, concrete does not burn. Unlike steel, it does not soften and bend.

B. Commercially, fireproof concrete is made by mixing a product known as fly ash, a by-product of the production of Portland cement. You can make your own fireproof concrete with materials available at home improvement stores.

C. However, concrete is fundamentally a complex material, and its properties can change dramatically when exposed to high temperatures. The principal effects of fire on concrete are loss of compressive strength, and spalling - the forcible ejection of material from the surface of a member.

D. Depending on the square footage, the average cost to gut and remodel a house can be anywhere between $100,000 – $350,000⁴. Gut renovation cost per square foot ranges between $60 – $205 and includes new plumbing, appliances, structural improvements, a new roof, and an HVAC.

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Q. Can you reuse a foundation after a fire?

A. 2015 study by the National Association of Homebuilders found the average construction cost per square foot to be $105. By that metric, rebuilding the average home would cost about $280,000.

B. Concrete structures are more likely to remain standing through fire than are structures of other materials. Unlike wood, concrete does not burn. Unlike steel, it does not soften and bend.

C. Existing footings, slabs, and foundation systems in fire-destroyed buildings are typically compromised and are not permitted to be re-used. ... A fire can generate enough heat to damage and weaken the concrete and steel reinforcement bars in footings, slabs, and footing stem walls.

D. Commercially, fireproof concrete is made by mixing a product known as fly ash, a by-product of the production of Portland cement. You can make your own fireproof concrete with materials available at home improvement stores.

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Q. How much does garage installation cost?

A. A garage costs $10,000.00 -$28,500.00 on average to build and $5,000.00- $16,000 to convert or renovate. Driveway installation averages almost $4,500.

B. On average, homeowners spend between $470 and $8,000 to install a garage door. The national average ranges between $500 and $2,000.

C. The average 2-car garage costs between $19,600 and $28,200 to build with most homeowners spending about $20,000. The final price depends on the size, and if it's attached or detached. The most common 2-car garage size is 20' x 20' which is 400 square feet.

D. A one-car garage ranges from $10,500 to $27,000 and a 2-car garage is between $14,500 and $40,300. HomeGuide.com says the national average to build a garage is $35 to $60 per square foot. The cost to build a one-car garage is between $7,500 and $14,200, and a two-car garage is between $19,600 and $28,200.

E. All The Above.

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Q. Can I replace a garage door opener unit without changing the rails?

A. Generally, no, you cannot reuse the rail, they are not all exactly the same dimensions. There is no one standard size of profile, even within the same manufacturer, they change over the years.

B. Although some companies do make rails that are adjustable, they rarely work universally. In other words, there's a good chance that your next garage door replacement will have to be a complete replacement, parts, and all. When the rails go wrong, it will affect your door's performance.

C. Garage door transmitters are not interchangeable between different manufacturers and the brand garage door opener on the ceiling does not necessarily mean that your radio controls are of the same make. Then, check the model number and the frequency number of one of your existing transmitters.

D. Generally, when replacing a garage door you cannot reuse the rail, they are not all exactly the same dimensions. There is no one standard size of profile, even within the same manufacturer, they change over the years.

E. All The Above.

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Q. How much would it cost to pour a 30x40 concrete slab?

A. The average cost to pour a 30x40 concrete slab that is 6” thick with metal rebar reinforcements is between $8,196 and $12,384. This cost is based on a general-purpose use such as a garage, whereas a foundation for a structure may cost more.

B. Cost Estimator by Size Slab size’ 30×50 square Footage 1500 Average Cost $10,950

C. Cost Estimator by Size Slab size’ 40x40 square Footage 1600 Average Cost $11,960

F. All The Above.

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Q. How much does it cost to have a garage door motor installed?

A. Any type of garage door can be motorized, the installation of a garage door motor may cost between $200 and $650.

B. Garage-door openers themselves typically cost between $120 and $300, depending on how sophisticated the device is. Labor costs can vary depending on where you live., the average total cost to install a garage-door opener is about $250 to $650.

C. Most garage door openers last an average of around 10 to 15 years. Whether your specific garage door opener lifespan is longer or shorter than this will depend on several factors, including frequency of use and regular garage door maintenance.

D. Garage door opener repair can also be more expensive than replacement. So if it'll cost you less anyway, it's best to purchase a new garage door opener that will also be higher quality and work better.

E. All The Above.

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Q. How much does it cost to build a 24x24 garage?

A. Framing is essential to build your 24×24 garage, but it's also costly. Between materials and labor, you can expect to pay an average of $5-$13 per square foot, or more, on framing. The low end of material costs starts at $1-$4, but you'll spend an additional $4-$9 per square foot due to labor.

B. In short, the minimum dimensions for a 2-car garage should be 20'x20′ and to make extra space to get in and out of the car, it is recommended to go with 24'x24′ or larger. If you want to keep your vehicle looking nice and want extra space for other things, a bit wider and deeper will go a long way.

C. A 24×24 garage can cost between $20,000 and $53,000 depending on materials and labor costs. Generally, a garage can be constructed at a rate of $50 per square foot, but contractors vary in their rates. A 24×24 garage is ideal for 2-3 cars, and you may need to spend up to $4,000 on a new garage door.

D. A 24x24 Metal garage, if you do not have to meet strict wind or snow load requirements, you may find that a 24'x24' prefabricated steel garage cost you between roughly $17.22 and $19.44 per square foot. So, for 576 square feet of garage space, you are looking at paying between $9,918.72 and $11,197.44 for materials only.

E. A standard 2-car garage costs between $14,500 and $40,300. Another popular option is to build a 2.5-car garage that provides extra workspace alongside the two cars. These can cost up to $52,000 on average

F. All The Above.

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Q. Is adding a garage worth it?

A. Depending on the value of the home and location. Typically for a suburban home the value of the garage is going to be approximately $4,000 to $5,000 per bay. In general, a “functionally adequate” garage in a typical market might add $5,000 to $25,000 worth of value.

B. In practically any case, building a garage can and will increase the resale value of your home. The average attached garage will cost around $27,000 to build. Most homeowners see about an 81% return on their investment or an increase in the resale value of $21,000.

C. For many homebuyers, a garage is a necessity. If you own a vehicle, a garage offers safety and convenience, as well as extra storage space. Even if you don't need a garage, you could decide to sell your home in the future and have a hard time if it doesn't have one.

D. Realtors estimate that upgrading a garage door can increase the perceived selling price of a home by up to 4%, depending on the style. With the average U.S. home price estimated at $206,300 in 2017, this can mean an incremental increase of $8,000 to $14,000, just because of the garage door.

E. All The Above

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Q. steps to take after a Garage fire?

A. Assessing the damage.

B. Cleaning or drying any affected contents.

C. Remove all Damaged articles.

D. Inventory all damaged contents.

E. Deal with city administrated officials.

F. Schedule construction repairs.

G. Retain funds from the insurance company.

H. All The Above.

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Q. How long does it take to repair a Garage fire damage?

A. Costs can average anywhere from $3,000 to $5,000 to recover and restore your home after a small fire. Larger fires that destroy your roof or kitchen can cost as high as $50,000 and up.

B. The longer a fire burns, the more damage it will cause your home. If it causes enough damage, then your home might be left in an unstable condition, making it vulnerable to further harm. If your garage is unstable following a fire, it will need to be rebuilt.

C. Your homeowner's insurance will likely cover items destroyed in a Garage fire. If you have a replacement cost policy, you'll receive the actual cash value of your damaged items at the time of settlement [Replacement Cost – Depreciation = Actual Cash Value.

D. Professionals can complete smaller fire repairs in a day or two, but extensive repairs can take up to several months. The size of the fire and affected household areas will determine your concrete timeline.

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Q. How many cars fit in a 30x40 garage?

A. On that basis I would expect that with 1,200 square feet of space, you could be looking at between four and six cars more or less, depending upon the configuration of the space and the access.

B. Three car garages are usually 32 feet wide by 22 feet deep. Much like 18 x 20 2 car garages, 32 x 22 feet snugly fits 3 cars. Your other, larger options include 36 x 25 feet, 38 x 26 feet and 40 x 30 feet.

C. You are looking at about a 22 x 48 (1056 sq. ft) for 4 vehicles.

D. 36′ x 81′ x 12′ Steel Garage 6 Car. This premium steel garage offers 2916 square feet of storage space for your cars, trucks, and equipment.

E. About 3.5 cars will fit.

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Q. How long do garage door motors last?

A. Here are some warning signs you should watch out for to tell if you need a garage door opener motor replacement, the Garage Door Opener Vibrates, the Garage Door Opener Makes Excessive Noise, the Garage Door Moves Sluggishly, the Garage Door Can't Open.

B. One cycle equals opening and closing the door once. Torsion springs, located above the door, last between 15,000 and 20,000 cycles, and tension springs, located either above the track or beside the door, last between 5,000 to 10,000 cycles. So, the more you use the door, the more wear and tear the springs will show.

C. Here’s how to Release and Reset the Emergency Cord on a Garage Door, door Must Be in Down Position, pull the Emergency Release Cord, manually Move the Garage Door and Return to Down Position, pull the Emergency Release Cord Toward the Door, re-connect the Trolley to the Opener Carriage.

D. Most garage door openers last an average of around 10 to 15 years. Whether your specific garage door opener lifespan is longer or shorter than this will depend on several factors, including frequency of use and regular garage door maintenance.

E. All The Above.

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Foundation Mitigation

Am-Cats Ems certification program is designed to provide the correct techniques in responding to foundation damage caused by, unexpected water and flood damage and related catastrophes.

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Q. What are the first signs of foundation problems?

A. Diagonal Cracks on Interior Walls.

B. Exterior Stair Step Brick Cracks.

C. Doors Sticking or Not Latching.

D. Gapping or Separation of Exterior Trim.

E. Movement of Wood Trim/Built-Ins.

F. Evidence of Movement on Other Inside Fixtures.

G. All The Above.

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Q. What are the 3 types of foundations?

A. Gaps against a house can direct water against the foundation, leading to more problems. Once a year, go around your home and fill these gaps and joints with urethane caulk (or polyurethane caulk) to prevent problems.

B. Cement parging is easy to work with and may be available in a variety of colors. If you want a durable finish, a little higher end, then try acrylic coating. This mix of cement and liquid acrylic is also available in a wide variety of colors.

C. Serious foundation issues installed wrong will put your home's stability at risk. Therefore, if a foundation wall collapses, you need a structural engineer or a highly qualified contractor to assess the damage.

D. You can use acrylic stucco as a viable option for parging over concrete foundation walls. However, not all concrete foundation walls can effectively be parged using acrylic stucco. This kind of parging system comprises the last three layers Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems, commonly referred to as EIFS.

E. Foundation types vary, but likely your house or home's addition does or will have one of these three foundations: full or daylight basement, crawlspace, or concrete slab-on-grade.

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Q. How much does exterior foundation waterproofing cost?

A. Minimum Cost $250.

B. Maximum Cost $20,000.

C. When the time comes for home foundation repair, expect to pay between $2,012 and $7,074, with the national average at $4,542. If there are significant issues and hydraulic piers are needed, some homeowners will pay $10,000 or more. Repairs to minor foundation cracks can cost as little as $500.

D. Waterproofing can cost on average anywhere between $1,920 and $6,493. Per square foot, the average cost is $3 to $10.

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Q. Should I seal my concrete foundation?

A. Wait at least 30 days before sealing a new concrete surface—whether indoors or out—so that it has time to completely cure first. For the best results, the concrete surface should be clean and dry. That means no rain should be in the week's forecast if you're working outdoors on a patio, bench, or sidewalk.

B. apply a masonry waterproofing product to bare interior basement walls. If your foil test showed that water is soaking through your basement walls and leaving them wet, seal the interior of the walls with a high-quality waterproof product.

C. No matter what has caused the foundation to crack, or whether it is moving or static, the crack should be sealed. Sealing the crack correctly will preserve the integrity of the wall and prevent water from entering into the space within.

D. In freeze-thaw climates, the expansion of frozen liquids can destroy the surface of unsealed concrete. Oil, salt, fertilizer, and other household chemicals can discolor and damage unsealed concrete.

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Q. How many homes have foundation problems?

A. It's quite likely that you'll encounter a house with foundation issues during your home search: an estimated 25% of all U.S. homes will suffer "structural distress “like foundation damage during their lifetimes, with 5% enduring major problems.

B. When the time comes for home foundation repair, expect to pay between $2,012 and $7,074, with the national average at $4,542. If there are significant issues and hydraulic piers are needed, some homeowners will pay $10,000 or more. Repairs to minor foundation cracks can cost as little as $500.

C. Gaps against a house can direct water against the foundation, leading to more problems. Once a year, go around your home and fill these gaps and joints with urethane caulk (or polyurethane caulk) to prevent problems.

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Q. How do you seal between foundation and sill plate?

A. In freeze-thaw climates, the expansion of frozen liquids can destroy the surface of unsealed concrete. Oil, salt, fertilizer, and other household chemicals can discolor and damage unsealed concrete.

B. Gaps against a house can direct water against the foundation, leading to more problems. Once a year, go around your home and fill these gaps and joints with urethane caulk (or polyurethane caulk) to prevent problems.

C. Caulk and, or spray foam can be applied at the seam where the sill plate sits on the foundation, and it can be used to seal (and insulate when spray foam is used) the area where the subfloor and rim joist sit on the sill plate. Any penetrations through exterior walls must be sealed.

D. Applying an exterior waterproofing membrane to the foundation wall. The membrane consists of asphalt-modified polyurethane and is applied thickly to the wall surface with a trowel to form a permanent water barrier.

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Q. How do I waterproof my foundation walls from outside?

A. Caulk and, or spray foam can be applied at the seam where the sill plate sits on the foundation, and it can be used to seal (and insulate when spray foam is used) the area where the subfloor and rim joist sit on the sill plate. Any penetrations through exterior walls must be sealed.

C. Install a waterproofing membrane. A heavy coat of the membrane, an asphalt-modified polyurethane material, can be troweled or sprayed on to seal the foundation wall against water from the outside. Elastomeric membranes are made of modified asphalt and exhibit great waterproofing characteristics.

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Q. How do you waterproof a concrete foundation?

A. Applying an exterior waterproofing membrane to the foundation wall. The membrane consists of asphalt-modified polyurethane and is applied thickly to the wall surface with a trowel to form a permanent water barrier.

B. Fix the source of the water problem or leak to prevent mold growth.

C. In freeze-thaw climates, the expansion of frozen liquids can destroy the surface of unsealed concrete. Oil, salt, fertilizer, and other household chemicals can discolor and damage unsealed concrete.

D. Gaps against a house can direct water against the foundation, leading to more problems. Once a year, go around your home and fill these gaps and joints with urethane caulk (or polyurethane caulk) to prevent problems.

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Q. What is the best waterproofing for concrete?

A. If you are using a penetrating concrete sealer the cost ranges anywhere from $0.20 to $0.75 a square foot. So how much does it cost to seal a concrete driveway? If you hire a contractor, the cost is about $1.20 -$1.75 a square foot.

B. You do not have to use a cure and seal, but it is important to seal your concrete.

C. Epoxy and urethane systems last between 5-10 years, closer to 5 if the surface experiences heavy traffic. Reactive penetrating sealers are the longest lasting concrete sealers, wearing away only if the substrate surface itself wears away.

D. Silicone sealant is one of the materials that are effective for waterproofing. Silicone sealants can be effectively used to protect concrete and make it waterproof. Silicone also functions as a crack filler and sealant, which can be applied to cracks up to a quarter inch or 0.6 cm thin.

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Q. How do you waterproof a concrete wall?

A. The most effective method for waterproofing a newly constructed basement wall, is to seal both sides of the concrete with Seal. Afterwards, allow the sealer to initially cure and for the concrete dry before applying the exterior waterproofing coating (2-4 days).

B. Applying an exterior waterproofing membrane to the foundation wall. The membrane consists of asphalt-modified polyurethane and is applied thickly to the wall surface with a trowel to form a permanent water barrier.

C. Sealers are low viscosity materials that can be water- or solvent-based. They are typically applied by low-pressure spray to concrete surfaces. The sealer provides protection by penetrating the pores of the concrete, leaving little measurable film on the surface.

D. All The Above.

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Water Damage Mitigation

Am-Cats Ems certification program is designed to provide the correct techniques in responding to water damage caused by, unexpected floods and related catastrophes.

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Q. What is a Category 1 water loss?

A. Wet materials with very low permeance porosity such as hardwood, plaster, brick, concrete, lightweight concrete, and stone. In these cases, there are deep pockets of saturation, which require very low specific humidity.

B. When water intrusion results from a grossly unsanitary source, carries disease causing agents, or when water has dwelled in a structure for more than 120 hours.

C. Water loss is when the water originates from a sanitary water source and does not pose a substantial risk if ingested or inhaled. Some examples: Broken water supply lines. Sink or tub overflows with no contaminants.

D. Water damage as water that “originates from a sanitary water source and does not pose a substantial risk from dermal, ingestion, or inhalation exposure.” Examples can include Water supply lines. Melting ice/snow. Rainwater. Toilet tanks.

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Q. What are mitigation services?

A. Mitigation services for fire damage include boarding up windows, applying tarps over exposed areas of the roof, removing water used to douse the flames, and reinforcing the structure. Restoration of fire damage is the steps taken which make the property inhabitable once more.

B. According to FEMA, mitigation is the process of reducing the loss of property due to the impact of a disaster. Water mitigation refers to the process of properly cleaning, sanitizing, drying, repairing, and restoring a property to its pre-water damage condition. The process of water damage cleanup is not uniform.

C. Water mitigation services prevent further damage from happening and are focused on getting your property and belongings out of harm's way. In comparison, water restoration services are done to repair the existing damage water caused to your property.

D. Mold remediation is typically the removal, cleaning, and disinfecting of mold-contaminated areas such as inside a home. Remediation process entails the use of specialized equipment and methods to ensure complete removal while preventing new growth of mold.

E. All The Above.

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Q. What is Category 2 water damage?

A. When water intrusion results from a grossly unsanitary source, carries disease causing agents, or when water has dwelled in a structure for more than 120 hours.

B. Water damage as water that “originates from a sanitary water source and does not pose a substantial risk from dermal, ingestion, or inhalation exposure.” Examples can include Water supply lines. Melting ice/snow. Rainwater. Toilet tanks.

C. Wet materials with very low permeance porosity such as hardwood, plaster, brick, concrete, lightweight concrete, and stone. In these cases, there are deep pockets of saturation, which require very low specific humidity.

D. Water damage incidents as water that “contains significant contamination and has the potential to cause discomfort or sickness if contacted or consumed by humans.” Examples can include dishwasher/washing machine discharge or overflow. Toilet bowl overflow with urine.

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Q. What happens when water compromises my drywall?

A. Drywall is relatively fire resistant. ... In the presence of fire, heat energy vaporizes the water, removing it gradually. Water effectively blocks the transfer of heat through the drywall. Once the water dissipates, the gypsum begins to heat past the boiling point of water and may begin to burn.

B. More often than usual, water damaged drywall needs to be replaced, depending on the rating of the drywall installed / used. Wet drywall will lose its structural integrity if left alone for a long enough period of time and will develop mold spores between the insulation and the drywall.

C. Since mold cannot be completely removed from drywall, the drywall must be removed and replaced. This must be done with care because cutting into moldy drywall causes mold spores to become airborne and spread.

D. Paint will peel off dry drywall if the surface wasn't properly prepared, cheap paint was used, or there was an incompatibility between the paint and primer, or the old paint on the wall.

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Q. How is mold formed?

A. Fungi reproduce asexually by fragmentation, budding, or producing spores. Fragments of hyphae can grow new colonies. Mycelial fragmentation occurs when a fungal mycelium separates into pieces with each component growing into a separate mycelium. ... There are many types of asexual spores.

B. In dark shaded areas, excess water and moisture gets absorbed in wood, drywall, insulation, and wallpaper which can lead to warping, stains, bubbling, and deterioration. Hidden water leaks can also cause mold to grow and spread in areas behind walls and ceilings where it is not easily detected, through the research Am-Cat Ems found.

C. In this process the bacterium, which is a single cell, divides into two identical daughter cells. Binary fission begins when the DNA of the bacterium divides into two (replicates). This means that in just seven hours one bacterium can generate 2,097,152 bacteria.

D. You get an E. coli infection by coming into contact with the feces, or stool, of humans or animals. This can happen when you drink water or eat food that has been contaminated by feces.

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Q. What is Level 3 water damage?

A Water damage, aka “black water” damage, is the most extreme kind of water damage and requires swift action to mitigate serious health risks. Black water includes sewage, rising flood waters, seawater, as well as river and ground water.

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Q. How to mitigate water damage from your home.

A. Test Your Smoke Alarms Regularly, Inspect All Your Heating Sources, Keep Your Stove and Oven Clean, Don't Leave Your Kitchen, Always Check Your Dryer, Maintain All Cords, Properly Store Flammable Products. Practice Caution with Candles.

B. If your home is subject to serious water damage, due to burst pipes, flooding, fire-extinguishing water hoses or some other unforeseen catastrophe, we must locate the cause of the water leak to turn off or terminate source of water leakage. Remove surface water then start drying methods before we can start to do a thorough clean of the compromised area.

C. Keep humidity levels in your home as low as you can—no higher than 50%–all day long, be sure the air in your home flows freely, fix any leaks in your home's roof, walls, or plumbing so mold does not have moisture to grow.

D. Secure entry doors, brace garage doors, install impact-resistant windows, install wind-resistant roof structures, protect important documents and valuables, Prepare your home shelter.

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Q. How long is the drying process for a water damaged home or office?

A. Unfortunately, there is no exact estimate on how long the drying process could take. But, in general, a water damaged home or office can dry out for around 5-7 days. In some cases, it would take as little as 2-3 days, and other times it takes several weeks to dry out a home or office.

B. It depends on several factors, but in general, you can expect areas in your home exposed to water or moisture to dry in about five days. Sometimes it takes as little as two days to dry an area and other times it could take several weeks.

C. Make the room as airtight as possible by taping plastic sheeting over doorways and windows. Fire up the equipment, keep a close eye on the dehumidifier's collection well, and regularly check progress with your moisture meter. On average, it takes three days to completely dry wet drywall.

D. Traditional brick or concrete walls will generally dry out well so long as they are clear for ventilation. The drying out process can take months. Property owners are advised to keep an eye out for cracks in the walls.

E. All The Above.

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Q. What is a Category 4 water loss?

C. When water intrusion results from a grossly unsanitary source, carries disease causing agents, or when water has dwelled in a structure for more than 120 hours.

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Q. What is Water damage restoration?

A. Fire damage refers to the physical damage to a property as a result of burning. This damage may either be directly caused by the flames or could occur due to smoke and other corrosive substances emitted by the fire. In terms of insurance, fire damage is one of the types of coverage offered in property insurance.

B. Mold spores are always found in the air we breathe, but extensive mold contamination may cause health problems. Breathing mold can cause allergic and respiratory symptoms.

C. High-velocity winds can cause severe damage to your property. Common windstorm claims involve roofs blowing off, trees falling on your property, fences blown down, and leaky windows. This type of damage can also bring hidden damages that aren't realized upon the initial assessment of your property.

D. Water restoration is a specialized service that removes water from your home and restores it to a livable, pre-damaged condition. Restoring a home after a water damage emergency must happen quickly. Standing water and moisture create a perfect environment for bacteria and mold growth.

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Fire Damage Mitigation

Am-Cats Ems certification program is designed to provide the correct techniques in responding to fire damage caused, unexpected fires and related catastrophes.

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Q. What is fire damage?

A. The longer the damage stays, the more the damage will spread. It will cause the ceiling to discolor and begin to develop bulges, mold will grow. Thus, the damage will spread to the walls, which will also begin to discolor and develop mold, until eventually, the whole thing is irreparable and needs to be replaced.

B. Fire damage refers to the physical damage to a property as a result of burning. This damage may either be directly caused by the flames or could occur due to smoke and other corrosive substances emitted by the fire. In terms of insurance, fire damage is one of the types of coverage offered in property insurance.

C. Mold spores are always found in the air we breathe, but extensive mold contamination may cause health problems. Breathing mold can cause allergic and respiratory symptoms.

D. High-velocity winds can cause severe damage to your property. Common windstorm claims involve roofs blowing off, trees falling on your property, fences blown down, and leaky windows. This type of damage can also bring hidden damages that aren't realized upon the initial assessment of your property.

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Q. What needs to be replaced after a house if damaged by fire?

A. Insulation. If flames or sparks have made it into your home's insulation, get the insulation replaced now.

B. Carpet.

C. Glass.

D. Structural framing and other charred wood.

E. Electrical wiring.

F. All The Above.

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Q. How long does it take to rebuild a house after a fire?

A. The time that water damage repairs take to complete will depend on the time it takes for the material affected to dry up. A safe time to assume is 72 hours on an average basis for 1 room to be dried out and ready for reconstruction followed by 1-2 weeks for the actual water damage repairs.

B. Repairs can likely be done in 1-2 weeks, for small fires being neutralized by hand pumps, however, if the fire department has put a line of water to multiple lines of water, which is considered a large fire has occurred, then rebuilding a home can be a lengthy process. In some cases, reconstruction can be completed 2-3 months for your small to medium fires and 6-12 months for larger fires. In more severe instances, rebuilding a home will take years.

C. Data on hurricanes Ike, Katrina and Sandy indicate that the average primary recovery period for hurricanes of similar size and magnitude is 14 months, with rebuilding and remodeling after a hurricane makes landfall.

D. Rebuilding Stronger and Faster After Natural Disasters | HUD USER. MIT research found that in New Orleans (shown), the payback period for resilient construction can be as short as 2 or 3 years.

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Q. What does fire damage restoration include?

A. Mold remediation usually includes disposal of moldy porous building materials (drywall, insulation, etc.) and cleaning and disinfecting carpet and personal items if they can be saved. Have a post-remediation inspection done to ensure that the remediation was performed properly.

B. The fire damage restoration process includes mitigating damage, providing smoke damage cleanup and water restoration as quickly as possible after the damage first occurs.

C. Whatever the cause of the damage, fixing it typically entails a five-step process: inspection and assessment, water removal, drying and dehumidification, cleaning, and sanitizing, and finally, restoration and water damage repair.

D. What Is Considered Wind Damage Under a Homeowners Policy? Generally, most damage caused by wind in any type of storm is considered wind damage and is covered under a homeowner’s policy. Damaging winds can cause destruction to roofs, windows and more.

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Q. What are fire restoration services?

A. Use extreme caution when returning to your home after a flood. Appliances that may have been flooded pose a risk of shock or fire when turned on. Do not use any appliances, heating, pressure, or sewage system until electrical components have been thoroughly cleaned, dried, and inspected by a qualified electrician.

B. Fire damage restoration is the act of cleaning and restoring property as well as personal belongings that have sustained smoke or fire damage. The goal of fire damage restoration services is to salvage damaged items and restore your home so that it can once again be inhabited.

C. Mold professionals will use an antimicrobial chemical to clean any remaining mold and mold stains after demo. Mold professionals often use a sealer or encapsulant to make the treated areas more resistant to water damage and mold, and also to help with odor control.

D. Removing debris and branches. Securing outdoor objects that could blow away or damage the home. Staying inside your home. Closing all exterior windows and doors, is the type of cleanup or recovery expected from a thunderstorm.

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Q. What are the four main steps of an emergency action plan?

A. Identify internal resources and capabilities. Contact your insurance company, understand your coverage, select a contractor that works with insurance carriers who are capable of handling emergencies.

B. Avoid personal injuries and excessive risks. Alert people in the immediate area and activate the alarm. Call Red Cross Give details of the fire location. Smother fire or use the nearest fire extinguisher.

C. Framing; is the most expensive part of building a house. While exact framing costs can sometimes be tricky to predict, there are general guidelines that can help you understand what will drive costs up.

D. This will depend on several different factors, including fitness levels, terrain, elevation, weather, and pack weight. Taking this average pace and applying it to an 8-hour hiking day (not including rest breaks), it is possible for an average person to hike between 16 – 24 miles per day.

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Q. Can you reuse a foundation after a fire?

A. Water in the soil around a home puts pressure on the foundation that can cause cracks, leaks, and structural damage. When water pools and saturates the ground next to the house, it can cause significant foundation damage.

B. Existing footings, slabs, and foundation systems in fire-destroyed buildings are typically compromised and are not permitted to be re-used. A fire can generate enough heat to damage and weaken the concrete and steel reinforcement bars in footings, slabs, and footing stem walls.

C. Tornado winds are powerful and can reach up to 300 m.p.h. That is enough to potentially lift your home putting stress on the foundation and damaging it. Wall/Ceiling Cracks: Any cracks that appear in your walls can also be a sign that the foundation or framing has shifted.

D. Lightning can also cause electrical fires if it travels through wiring. ... Shock waves from lightning have been known to break glass, crack foundations, destroy plaster walls, and split concrete, stone, cinderblock, and brick structures. The debris from shock wave damage can also cause secondary damage as shrapnel.

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Q. How does fire restoration work?

A. Fire restoration may involve things like property board up, demolition and reconstruction on top of tasks such as debris, odor and soot removal, cleaning of contents and working to remove any disturbed hazards such as lead and asbestos.

B. Your property insurance should include coverage for any sudden or accidental discharge of water in your home. This includes coverage for water line breaks or if any of your appliance’s overflow or leak. You are also covered if hail or wind causes a hole in your home through which water enters and causes damage.

C. Professionals will use an antimicrobial chemical to clean any remaining mold and mold stains after demo. Mold professionals often use a sealer or encapsulant to make the treated areas more resistant to water damage and mold, and to help with odor control.

D. Immediately after a tornado, call for medical help immediately if needed. In the event someone stops breathing and you are trained, administer CPR until emergency help arrives. To stop bleeding, apply direct pressure to a bleeding injury, clean open wounds with soap and water and apply antibiotic ointment.

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Q. What is mitigation after a building or house fire?

A. Use non-ammonia soap or detergent, or a commercial cleaner, in hot water, and scrub the entire area that is affected by the mold. Use a stiff brush or cleaning pad on cement-block walls or other uneven surfaces. Rinse cleaned items with water and dry thoroughly.

B. Mitigation focuses on reducing damages and losses, after a disaster, such as a major fire. Effective mitigation must take place immediately after the disaster to keep financial and physical consequences at a minimum.

C. Water damage mitigation prevents further water damage from affecting your property and belongings. The water mitigation process involves using specialized equipment and techniques to minimize the amount of loss, such as: Removing damaged furniture and materials, including drywall and flooring.

D. Mitigate means to make something less serious or less severe. So, windstorm mitigation is simply lessening or minimizing the effects of windstorms on our homes. Having features on your home to protect against hurricanes and other windstorms can lower your insurance premiums.

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Q. What is a fire safety action plan?

A. Fire action plans require to be adapted to accommodate all known hazards or risks that are likely to impact on evacuation. These will include details of isolation procedures for processes and equipment as well as information displayed in Am-CatEms.com action plans.

B. A written document that aims to assess and manage risks to the safety of drinking water associated with that drinking water supply.

C. (HWAP) ensures that all structures included in the scope remain safe during all wind conditions. The HWAP provides methods for ensuring safety during periods of operation of the assembly when wind speeds are escalating.

D. Lightning Emergency Action Plans include lightning safety protocols for outdoor workers, to ensure employee safety from emergencies such as dangerous thunderstorms and lightning strikes.

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How your Insurance structural Building claim is Processed

Am-Cats Ems certification program is designed to provide the correct techniques in understanding how Insurance structural Building claim are Processed.

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Q. Can a homeowner profit from an insurance claim?

A. No, it's technically insurance fraud if you dupe your insurance for profit on an insurance claim payout. It's illegal to lie and say a deductible was paid when it wasn't. So, it's best to try not to profit when you submit a home insurance claim.

B. Once you file a claim, you might wonder, “How long does an auto insurance company have to settle a claim?” The short answer is, usually around 30 days.

C. There are five main reasons for refusal of an insurance claim: damage not caused by disaster - your insurance policy will only cover damage caused by an insurable event and not damage that was pre-existing. non-disclosure - you have not disclosed information when you applied for or renewed the policy.

D. The truth is you should never talk directly with an adjuster in the first place. While you are required under the terms of your policy to work with your insurance company, that does not mean you have to deal with them one-on-one.

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Q. What are the steps in claim settlement procedure?

A. Claim notification.

B. Documents required for claim processing.

C. Submission of required documents for claim processing.

D. Settlement of claim.

E. All The Above.

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Q. How often do insurance companies deny claims?

A. They attempt to deny homeowners what they deserve, by stating reasons like the fire department was unable to effectively locate the source of the fire or some other excuse. One of the most used reasons insurance companies deny fire claims is to accuse you of arson or insurance fraud.

B. According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, the health insurance industry averages a 5% to 10% denial rate. So, 90 to 95% of claims get approved every year.

C. The Reinstatement Cost of your home is how much it would cost to completely rebuild the property if it were totally destroyed, for example by a fire. Reinstatement Costs are for an accurate reconstruction of your property.

D. Claim = Loss Suffered x Insured Value/Total Cost. The object of such an Average Clause is to limit the liability of the Insurance Company.

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Q. How do property damage insurance claims work?

A. Before you talk to an insurance adjuster, understand their role, do not sign anything, or give a recorded statement.

B. An insurance adjuster works for the insurance company. After the adjuster submits a report on your claim, your insurance company may issue a settlement, which is the money they agree to give you to fix or replace your damaged property, for example, fix a hole in your roof, repair your car, or replace your belongings.

C. According to most policies, however, the insurance company totally controls the right to settle; the policyholder has no rights and cannot negotiate with the plaintiff.

D. There are five main reasons for refusal of an insurance claim: damage not caused by disaster - your insurance policy will only cover damage caused by an insurable event and not damage that was pre-existing. non-disclosure - you have not disclosed information when you applied for or renewed the policy.

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Q. How do I file a building insurance claim?

A. Retain the police and or fire department fire report.

B. Call your insurance carrier to file claim.

C. Keep bill receipts, documentation and take photos as evidence.

D. If repairs aren't urgent, get the insurer to approve the work.

E. All The Above.

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Q. What happens after your insurance provides you with the estimate?

A. After grabbing a cup of coffee, insurance agents likely start the day by going through voice mails and emails. Some of these will be from existing clients who have questions about their policies or claims. Agents may also use this time to confirm meeting appointments that they have with clients later on in the day.

B. Professionals can complete smaller fire repairs in a day or two, but extensive repairs can take up to several months. The size of the fire and affected household areas will determine your concrete timeline.

C. After the estimate and photos have been submitted to the insurance, the adjuster handling your claim will review the files, approve of the bill to repair the Home or Business, and notify you to proceed with the repairs.

D. Accepting the first compensation offer is not recommended, unless you have taken independent legal or public adjuster advice on the whole value of your claim, you should not accept a first offer from an insurance company.

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Q. Can I force my insurance company to settle?

A. Accepting the first compensation offer is not recommended, unless you have taken independent legal or public adjuster advice on the whole value of your claim, you should not accept a first offer from an insurance company.

B. The Reinstatement Cost of your home is how much it would cost to completely rebuild the property if it were totally destroyed, for example by a fire. Reinstatement Costs are for an accurate reconstruction of your property.

C. Your insurance company must respond within 15 days after receiving your claim in writing. After you submit any requested documentation, the company has 15 days to accept or reject your claim. Once the company agrees to pay your claim, it must send a draft or check within 5 business days.

D. No, this is because the insurance company is ultimately responsible for paying for your legal defense as well as any judgment that may be entered. While it is perfectly understandable that you express your concern to your insurance adjuster, you cannot legally force them to settle the claim if they choose not to.

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Q. How long does it take for an insurance company to make an offer?

B. Your insurance company must respond within 15 days after receiving your claim in writing. After you submit any requested documentation, the company has 15 days to accept or reject your claim. Once the company agrees to pay your claim, it must send a draft or check within 5 business days.

C. Calmly and politely is the best way to approach an insurance claim dispute. First, you can write a letter to the independent adjuster explaining why you believe their total settlement is not enough compared to what you calculated. Even if you're upset, don't demonstrate it.

D. Often insurance companies will deliver an offer in response to a settlement demand between three days and three weeks. The time difference will depend on the reasons behind your compensation requests and if it includes non-economic damages.

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Q. How do insurance companies determine settlement amounts?

A. The total value of your assets and building is the basic factor of the premium amount. The market value of the building and purchase value of all the contents are taken into consideration while calculating the premium amount.

B. Insurance companies determine settlement amounts by looking at three factors: liability, damages, and the terms of the insurance policy. For an insurance company to offer a settlement, liability must be clear.

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Q. Why do insurance Brokerage companies delay settlements?

A. Generally, the money an insurance company receives in premiums goes into investment accounts that generate interest. The insurance company retains this money until the time they pay out to a policyholder, so an insurance company may delay a payout to secure as much interest revenue as possible.

B. The truth is you should never talk directly with an adjuster in the first place. While you are required under the terms of your policy to work with your insurance company, that does not mean you have to deal with them one-on-one.

D. No claim arising out of damage or loss due to high temperature. The loss must be by actual fire explosion or ignition and not by other means. The actual or nearby cause of the loss should be fire. The loss or damage must recount to subject matter of fire policy.

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Q. What is the general process in submitting an insurance claim?

A. Once you file a claim, you might wonder, “How long does an auto insurance company have to settle a claim?” The short answer is, usually around 30 days.

B. Calmly and politely is the best way to approach an insurance claim dispute. First, you can write a letter to the independent adjuster explaining why you believe their total settlement is not enough compared to what you calculated. Even if you're upset, don't demonstrate it.

C. Before you talk to an insurance adjuster, understand their role, do not sign anything or give a recorded statement.

D. Filing an insurance claim usually involves filling out a proof of loss form, which outlines the damage you've incurred and the compensation you seek from your insurer. You'll usually need to provide dollar amounts, and you can also include pictures or videos of the damage if applicable.

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Q. How long do building insurance claims take?

A. According to most policies, however, the insurance company totally controls the right to settle; the policyholder has no rights and cannot negotiate with the plaintiff.

B. A home insurance claim can take anywhere from 72 hours to over a year to be settled, and it all depends on several factors.

C. Before you talk to an insurance adjuster, understand their role, do not sign anything, or give a recorded statement.

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When Meeting your Adjuster

Am-Cats Ems certification program is designed to provide the correct techniques in understanding how Insurance adjusters investigate structural claims.

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Q. What is not covered by building insurance?

B. It provides cover for damage caused by events like fires, storms, and floods. Buildings insurance does not cover the items inside your house, like furniture, carpets, clothes, electronics, and personal items. You'll need contents insurance to insure these. Limits, terms, and exclusions apply to all building’s insurance.

C. No claim arising out of damage or loss due to high temperature. The loss must be by actual fire explosion or ignition and not by other means. The actual or nearby cause of the loss should be fire. The loss or damage must recount to subject matter of fire policy.

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Q. What is a claims insurance adjuster?

A. Insurance adjuster is assigned to looking up factual information about coverage types and levels. They ask questions about policy restrictions and coverage availability and will look for personal guidance.

C. In property damage claims, the main role of the insurance adjuster is to carry out a detailed investigation into the claim by: Inspecting the damage.

D. After grabbing a cup of coffee, insurance agents likely start the day by going through voice mails and emails. Some of these will be from existing clients who have questions about their policies or claims. Agents may also use this time to confirm meeting appointments that they have with clients later on in the day.

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Q. Why would an insurance company investigate a claim?

A. According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, the health insurance industry averages a 5% to 10% denial rate. So, 90 to 95% of claims get approved every year.

B. Insurance companies often conduct claims investigations to evaluate the legitimacy of a claim. The investigation process helps the claims adjuster make an educated decision about how to proceed with a claim. Insurance claims investigations are used to combat the prevalence of false or inflated claims.

D. looking for factual information about coverage types and levels. They ask questions about policy restrictions and coverage availability and will look for personal guidance.

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Q. What does claims adjuster mean in insurance?

B. looking for factual information about coverage types and levels. They ask questions about policy restrictions and coverage availability and will look for personal guidance.

C. According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, the health insurance industry averages a 5% to 10% denial rate. So, 90 to 95% of claims get approved every year.

D. An insurance adjuster, also known as a claims adjuster, is someone who processes claims filed with insurance companies, either from insureds or hired clients. They review the facts of each case and determine an appropriate claim settlement under the terms of the insured's policy.

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Q. What questions do insurance adjusters ask?

A. What is your full name, Ask in Recorded Statements?

B. Are you aware that this interview is being recorded?

C. Do I have your permission to record your statement?

D. Can I share the information we discuss with another adjuster?

E. What is your address, telephone number, and date of birth?

F. All The Above.

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Q. What should you not say to an insurance adjuster?

A. Once you file a claim, you might wonder, “How long does an auto insurance company have to settle a claim?” The short answer is, usually around 30 days.

B. The total value of your assets and building is the basic factor of the premium amount. The market value of the building and purchase value of all the contents are taken into consideration while calculating the premium amount.

C. Never say that you are sorry or admit any kind of fault. Remember that a claims adjuster is looking for reasons to reduce the liability of an insurance company, and any admission of negligence can seriously compromise a claim.

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Q. What do you say to a claims adjuster?

A. The truth is you should never talk directly with an adjuster in the first place. While you are required under the terms of your policy to work with your insurance company, that does not mean you have to deal with them one-on-one.

B. You need only tell the insurance adjuster your full name, address, and telephone number. You can also tell them what type of work you do and where you are employed. But at this point you need not explain or discuss anything else about your work, your schedule, or your income, Give Only Limited Personal Information.

C. The total value of your assets and building is the basic factor of the premium amount. The market value of the building and purchase value of all the contents are taken into consideration while calculating the premium amount.

D. Once you file a claim, you might wonder, “How long does an auto insurance company have to settle a claim?” The short answer is, usually around 30 days.

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Q. What questions do insurance investigators ask?

A. Common Questions in Recorded Statements to Insurance Adjusters?

B. Could you please state your full name?

C. Do you understand that this interview is being recorded?

D. Is it being recorded with your permission?

E. If I need to share the information with another adjuster, may I do so?

F. What is your address and telephone number?

G. All The Above.

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Q. How often do insurance companies deny claims?

B. According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, the health insurance industry averages a 5% to 10% denial rate. So, 90 to 95% of claims get approved every year.

D. Claim = Loss Suffered x Insured Value/Total Cost. The object of such an Average Clause is to limit the liability of the Insurance Company.

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Q. How do insurance companies pay contractors?

A. According to most policies, however, the insurance company totally controls the right to settle; the policyholder has no rights and cannot negotiate with the plaintiff.

B. Contractor's liability insurance covers claims arising out of damage a contractor causes to a third party. This is one of the most important coverages a contractor can get, because it covers the liability risks associated with your ongoing operations (while at the job site).

C. Assigning your entire insurance claim to a third party takes you out of the process and gives control of your claim to the contractor.

D. Insurance companies will typically pay the Homeowner directly. Or the insurance company will send a check payable to the homeowner and the contractor, and both parties sign off on the check.

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