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Most people think little of finding mold inside their homes.  After all, a little mold on a piece of bread won’t kill the consumer, so why discard it? The same can be said with mold inside your home. If it is just a little mold, how bad can it really be? 

What people fail to understand is that there are dangerous side effects of household mold. Not only will mold damage the structure of your home, but it can affect the health of the occupants. 

Just like trees, and other species, mold comes in many different varieties.  In fact, studies show there are at least 1,000 different types of mold that can grow within the typical American home.  What they are called depends upon the effects granted onto humans and pets alike.

Thankfully, regardless of the different type of mold discovered, the side-effects of mold sickness are relatively the same on all counts. 

1. Foggy thoughts and temporary memory loss, loss of focus, & headaches
2. A weakness of the muscles, and exhaustion
3. Joint Pain, constant nerve pain, and random muscle pains
4. Tingling and numbness within the body
5. Sensitivity to lights with one’s eyes
6. Coughing or shortness of breath
7. Slight tremors of the body
8. Change in appetite, diarrhea, nausea, and abdominal pains
9. Metallic Tastes in one’s mouth
10. Irregular body temperatures changing at random intervals
11. Increased urination and a higher intake of liquids in order to stay hydrated

Having just one of these symptoms can indicate a mold issue in your home, but having several can indicate more serious health issues. These are likely to increase for people who have health issues, the elderly, and infants.  If you or anyone within your household start experiencing one or all of these symptoms, get in contact with a doctor immediately.  The sooner you get checked out, the sooner that the illness can be treated and its side-effects negated so that proper health can be restored to yourself or your family if you do not live alone. You also want to make sure you contact a certified professional mold remediation company that can inspect your home and remove any signs of mold and mold spores.

Mold is common within many homes, and it does not strike quickly.  As a matter of fact, the growth of mold can go unnoticed for months, perhaps even years.  And if it does remain unnoticed, then the spores can detach themselves from wherever mold has grown, and find their way into the airways or bloodstreams of any humans or animals within the contaminated areas.  

But, you don’t have to deal with this issue alone! If in fact, if you suspect mold within your home, the professionals at Red Star Restoration are here to grant you aid and relief!  Available 24/7 in the Connecticut area, their personnel will make sure that any mold within your home is not only located but also entirely eradicated. 203- 806 5603.

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*Biohazard Cleanup Services

• Blood and Bodily Fluid Remediation
• Virus Decontamination and Protection
• Sewage Cleanup and Sanitation
• Deodorization and Odor Control
• Hoarding Cleanup

Biohazard cleanup involves cleaning, sanitizing, and deodorizing areas where a traumatic event such as an accident, injury or death has occurred. Thus, dealing with biohazards often means dealing with blood, human or animal remains, chemical spills, and more. Keep in mind that the state is not responsible for cleaning up a crime scene. After police investigators collect evidence from the scene, it is up to the property owner to seek biohazard cleaning services. A professional cleanup team can arrive onsite only after the police have gathered enough evidence related to the crime.

The Blood or Other Potentially Infectious Materials (BOPIM) Standard

In 1991, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued a standard to protect workers from the risk of blood or other potentially infectious materials (BOPIM). Infectious pathogens include the Hepatitis B virus, HIV, and many others.

This standard helps protect approximately 5.6 million workers in the healthcare industry and related occupations. Biohazard remediation falls within the scope of the BOPIM standard.

Also, the BOPIM standard has several requirements, including:

• Using work practice controls
• Using appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Proper handling, transport, and disposal of hazardous medical waste materials
• Specific required vaccinations
• Mandatory training
• Record keeping

Common Biohazard Scenarios

• Blood and bodily fluid
• Hoarding scenes
• Animal waste or remains
• Mold
• sewage
• Chemical hazards
• Coronavirus contamination
• Other viral or Bacterial scenarios

Every time technicians handle potentially hazardous materials, they are put at significant risk. Thus, following proper training and safety procedures is crucial. It’s important not only for themselves but also for the individuals who will reside in the property after the biohazard cleanup is complete.

Does Biohazard Cleanup Require Certification?

It is not obligatory to obtain a certificate to become a biohazard technician. However, OSHA does require biohazard technicians to properly wear PPE when dealing with bloodborne pathogens.

In essence, PPE helps ensure the safety of workers. The equipment prevents hazardous material from entering the body through the skin, eyes, mouth, nose or any other area. Although PPE varies from job to job, it should always include full-face protection, gloves, properly designated waterproof coveralls, and a respirator.

Furthermore, reputable restoration companies offer biohazard remediation training for technicians. That includes learning OSHA’s on-the-job safety methods when handling biohazardous waste. Doing so reduces the risk of accidents and potential lawsuits.

Our Biohazard Cleanup Process

• First of all, the remediation crew identifies the affected areas and determines the scope of the biohazard cleanup. Once a plan is in place, remediation efforts begin as quickly as possible.
• Then, technicians take steps to maintain their safety and that of other individuals near the cleanup site.
• Afterward, they remove all potentially infectious materials from the site.
• Technicians remove porous materials like fabric and carpeting following industry standards and state regulations.
• Non-hazardous materials are either removed or decontaminated and sanitized if they are salvageable.
• After cleanup and sanitization, technicians deodorize the affected areas. Walls and flooring may be sealed to cover any remaining stains from the incident.
• Removing contaminated materials, then cleaning and sanitizing is often enough to control odors. In some cases, the crew will use hydroxyls or ozone to ensure the odor is eliminated.

Providing Biohazard Cleanup Services with Empathy

As with any type of property damage, Red Star Restoration professionals ensure that their actions do not worsen the sense of loss of the property owners. Red Star Restoration professionals are exceptionally sensitive as they understand that those involved may be emotionally vulnerable.

When dealing with this type of cleanup, it is important to always show extra care and compassion. Red Star Restoration technicians empathize with persons dealing with these traumatic situations.

The Red Star Defense Program

Red star’s Defense is the best way to sanitize public areas. Our system helps stop the spread of pathogen-based illnesses, such as Influenza and Norovirus. The process uses Environmental Protection Agency-registered, safe products to provide up to three months of protection against pathogens. Contact us before an outbreak occurs to help you create a clean environment.

For Biohazard Cleaning Services, Call Red Star Restoration!

When a biohazard occurs, call the professionals to clean and disinfect the contaminated site. Our technicians use state-of-the-art equipment and techniques to effectively remediate the damage.

The quality of our remediation services, the speed in which we deliver them, and the compassion we demonstrate throughout the process make Red Star Restoration your ideal damage restoration company. We pledge to do whatever it takes to restore and rescue properties in all the communities we serve. feel free to reach out to us at (203) 806-5603