Hazards During Flood Restoration
Flood restoration work is difficult and dangerous.
In addition to the risk posed by mold damage itself, these other hazards may be present.- Heat stroke is a hazard for renovation crews. They wear hot Tyvek suits and
respirators, and often have no air conditioning.
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Fire may occur in a flooded building due to the use of electric tools, welding / cutting torches and propane-powered tools.
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Slips, trips and falls are likely in muddy, slippery, waterlogged surfaces. Cuts from the falls may become severely infected.
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Lead fumes can be released while workers cut old plumbing piping for removal.
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Asbestos is a hazardous material present in tens of thousands of
buildings. It is easily disturbed and made friable during demolition of
a flooded structure.
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Confined spaces are inherently risky, and may contain chemicals
and fumes, as well as the possibility of entrapment and fire.
However, flood restoration must preceed quickly in order to minimize mold damage to buildings and their contents.
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