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2006 Program

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7:45 am – 8:30 am
Registration & Continental Breakfast



8:30 am – 8:40 am
Conference Overview: Current Status of Mold and Moisture Issues and Solutions

Over the past few years the mold associated with moisture problems in buildings has gained a reputation within the construction, design and building management industries as a difficult and complicated issue often associated with health complaints and resulting in significant liability. Much of this reputation is unwarranted and has been fueled by misinformation that has been spread both directly by the media and virtually by way of specialized Internet sites. This attention has created a growing public awareness and misunderstanding leading to a developing public relations nightmare. This Mold 101 overview will seek to demystify the mold issue by addressing the myths and misconceptions surrounding preventing, diagnosing and managing mold and moisture in buildings.

Elia Sterling, President, Theodor Sterling Associates Ltd. (download presentation)

8:40 am – 9:05 am
New Health Information and Assessment and Remediation Guidelines for Mold

New medical reports on the health effects of mold and damp buildings from the Institute of Medicine and the American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine will be discussed. Association websites covering the prevention of mold on wallboard and lumber will be referenced. New guidelines on mold assessment and remediation will be discussed, including those from The American Industrial Hygiene Association, EPA, FEMA, and the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification.

Bryan Hardin, Ph.D., Assistant Surgeon General (Retired), Principal, Veritox, Inc. (download presentation)

9:05 am – 9:45 am
Civionics: The Future of Moisture Management in Buildings

A number of new and innovative technologies and products providing solutions for mold and moisture issues are now available to meet the needs of the construction, building and real estate industries. Solutions presented in this session include proactive methods of detection and prevention using inspection combined with permanently installed moisture sensors. This session will also look at an un-intrusive method of repair for aged piping systems utilizing In-Place Pipe Restoration technology.

Gary Engleson, Principal, American Pipe Lining NW (download presentation)
Duncan Townsend, Vice President, Detec Systems (download presentation)

9:45 am – 10:05 am
Coffee and Networking



10:05 am – 10:40 am
Building Technologies That Break The Mold

There are numerous and varied types of construction materials in use today. Moisture affects all materials differently; as well mold grows on some materials more consistently than on others. Different materials require different methods to control moisture and mold problems. This session brings together a panel of experts to discuss these issues with respect to some of the most common construction materials in use today in Washington including dimensioned and engineered wood products, structural board and plywood, cement and masonry, and building wraps used for air and vapor barriers.

Mohammed Ali, Senior Technical Product Training Manager, Georgia Pacific
Theresa Weston, Ph.D., Market/Product Development, Dupont (download presentation)

10:40 am – 11:15 am
Diagnosing Mold & Design Strategies To Avoid It

This session will begin by presenting an overview to help better understand mold in the building envelope, how best to avoid it in new construction and how to deal effectively with mold in existing buildings. The panel of experts will discuss the cost effective diagnostic and risk management methods available to prevent moisture intrusion and avoid mold problems as well as how to inspect, diagnose the extent of and effectively mitigate a mold issue when it occurs.

Michael Glassco, National Operations Manager, Theodor Sterling Associates Ltd. (download presentation)
Michael Smith, Associate/Certified Industrial Hygienist, AMEC Earth and Environmental Inc. (download presentation)

11:15 am – 12:00 pm
The Impact of the Commissioning Process on IAQ and Mold

Changes to ASHRAE ventilation and comfort standards and ongoing evolution of HVAC equipment, design, operation, inspection and maintenance procedures influence the indoor air quality performance of buildings. The speakers in this session will provide an update on ASHRAE and overview current trends in permanent HVAC systems design and performance which impact IAQ. An overview of portable flame-free climate control equipment that improves indoor air quality and reduces moisture during construction and remedial applications will also be discussed.

Rick Casault, President, Casault Engineering (download presentation)

12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
Tabletop Tradeshow and Networking Lunch

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1:30 pm – 2:15 pm
Building Durability for Sustainable Development

There has been increased awareness by developers and the public about the advantages of constructing and residing in buildings meeting the new standards of sustainable design and construction. These standards are more demanding than existing building code requirements with respect to environmental and energy performance requirements. Improved indoor air quality, mold and moisture control and building durability are consistently cited as the key advantages of living and working in sustainable buildings. This panel will discuss the new sustainable building industry standards as well.

Michael Aoki Kramer, Building Science Specialist, RDH Group (download presentation)

2:15 pm – 2:45 pm
Be Proactive – Effectively Managing Mold

Prudent private sector property management firms and many public sector facilities including health care have responded effectively to the new and important challenge of managing the risks associated with indoor air quality and mold issues by implementing proactive programs. This session will discuss how to proactively address these issues so that risk is managed effectively and in a cost effective manner.

Mike Schell, AirTest Technologies Inc. (download presentation)
Elia Sterling, President, Theodor Sterling Associates (download presentation)

2:45 pm – 3:30 pm
Risk: Manager vs. Taker

According to the media, attorneys and consultants, IAQ and mold and moisture problems continue to surface in public and commercial buildings, "affecting the health of its occupants." Coupled with this, the liability and property insurance industry has responded by withdrawing coverage for mold claims associated with moisture in buildings. It is of critical importance that builders, developers, property managers, designers — all those involved in the building and real estate industry — be armed with the most recent and accurate information related mold in buildings to make effective risk management decisions. This panel will bring together experts to discuss the insurance, warranty and legal issues involved.

Bo Barker, Attorney, Barker Martin (download presentation)
Richard L. Andrews, Sr. Construction Consultant - Team Leader, Construction Defect Claims Technical Support Zurich Services Corp. (download presentation)

3:30 pm – 3:45 pm
Conclusion and Closing Comments

 

 

updated October 24, 2006
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