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Navigating Restoration Challenges: The Crucial Role of Industrial Hygienists
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Summary
In this episode, Tom Barczak discusses the challenges and importance of industrial hygienists in restoration projects. The restoration market is expanding, with record profits and growth. However, there is a lack of training, certifications, and regulations in the industry. Deferred maintenance in facilities contributes to larger restoration problems. Industrial hygienists should be involved from the design phase to ensure proper indoor air quality and maintenance.
The role of industrial hygienists has evolved from being brought in as an afterthought to being proactive in addressing indoor environmental quality. There is a need for better cooperation between industrial hygienists and restoration vendors, as well as a focus on emergency preparedness and having a well-rounded team in place. In this conversation, Tom Barczak discusses the importance of industrial hygiene in the restoration process and the need for proactive planning and safety measures.
He highlights the challenges faced in identifying and addressing hazards, such as soot contamination and drug residue, and emphasizes the role of industrial hygienists in protecting the health and safety of workers and building occupants. Tom also discusses the need for collaboration between different stakeholders, including facility managers, insurance companies, and restoration vendors. He suggests that industrial hygienists should be seen as an extension of the EHS team and advocates for the inclusion of IH expertise in the early stages of restoration projects.
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Chapters
1. Introduction and Restoration Challenges (00:00:00)
2. 06:19 Addressing Deferred Maintenance in Restoration Projects (00:06:19)
3. 12:12 The Importance of Emergency Preparedness and a Well-Rounded Team in Restoration (00:12:12)
4. Lack of Safety Measures (00:28:11)
5. Risk Assessment and Protection (00:35:22)
6. Collaboration and Business-Minded Approach (00:41:08)
7. Being the Consumer's Advocate (00:45:17)
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