Sewage and
Water Intrusion
Environmental
Health Testing
Upon completion of the cleanup activities, Higgins recommends a post cleaning evaluation that includes checking the effectiveness of the cleaning and disinfection processes by the restoration contractor and sampling for certain bacteria and other microbial contaminants. ANSI/IICRC S500, Chapter 3 - Health Effects from Indoor Exposure to Microbial Contamination in Water Damaged Buildings recommends a final inspection and post-cleaning/disinfecting sampling to verify restoration and remediation effectiveness in the areas affected by the contamination.
Higgins offers the following services:
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Conduct initial site evaluation, hazard assessment, and set up sampling plan.
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ATP sanitation monitoring to provide objective, actionable, and traceable test results.
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Environmental infection control contractor oversight during remediation activities.
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Collect post remediation samples (surface and bulk post cleaning and disinfection).
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Interpretation of field sampling and lab analytical results & preparation of a written report.