Cleaning Structures for Chemically Sensitized Individuals | Part 1
Cleaning and restoration professionals increasingly are faced with the challenge of responding to situations where chemically sensitive individuals are involved. The primary cause of chemical sensitivity is exposure to chemicals, but controlling chemical exposure is difficult because more chemicals are being added to our lives every day — from off-gassing from building products to the use of personal care items to residual chemical contamination in the indoor and outdoor environment. Professionals working with individuals with chemical sensitivities via specialized cleaning or who want to avoid problems by properly cleaning after a restoration activity must address both the chemicals and the dust particles present in the building. There is a growing group of people who cannot tolerate the "normal" chemical load in today's modern buildings, and in such situations, the contaminants must either be cleaned or neutralized in order to protect or facilitate recovery of their health. It is important for cleaning and restoration professionals to understand the needs of these potential clients and review their work procedures with the goal of properly servicing all of their customers, including those who are chemically sensitive.
Source:Â Restoration & Remediation (01/15/18) Pinto, Michael A.