Iicrc Test

Front 1

When a water loss occurs, the single most critical factor is the ammount of time the structure remains _____ ____. It is for this reason that initialy the most critical course of action in restorative drying is to ____ _____.

Back 1

abnormally wet
respond quickly

Front 2

Due to the number of variables the restorer must frequently revisit the tools, systems, and science throughout the ____ ____?

Back 2

drying process

Front 3

The standard of care for the water restorartion profession is _____ ?

Back 3

IICRC S500

Front 4

Restorative Drying is a process used to recover from many forms of water intrusion by
____
_____
____ ______
_____ _____

Back 4

assessment
documentation
controlled drying
selective replacement

Front 5

The goal of the restoration process is to transform an abnormally wet, potentially damaged structure into an environment that can be reoccupied of equal or better apperance and cleanliness than before the intrusion occurred and to do so in the most ______ and _____ means possible.

Back 5

economical and efficient

Front 6

Once the perimeter is identified the restorer then documents what types of materials have been _____

Back 6

affected

Front 7

Affected materials are evaluated against three criteria to determine if they should be restored or replaced these are
_____
_____
_____

Back 7

degree of contaimination
damage to item
replace cost vs restoration cost

Front 8

In addition to indentifying which materials are to be saved the restorer must decide to use ____ or ____ drying

Back 8

aggressive or disruptive

Front 9

All materials that are determined restorable are inspected further and the ammount of moisture absorbed by the material is _____ and _____.

Back 9

measured and documented

Front 10

Is it drying? the restorer compares two sets of data within a ____ period to determine if drying is occurring

Back 10

24 hr

Front 11

As materials return to normal moisture levels the restorer must ask is it done they know it is done by comparing affected materials against a _______ _______.

Back 11

dry standard

Front 12

Every job is different so the approach should be _____

Back 12

different

Front 13

What safety items must a restorer have constant access?
__________
_______
______
_________
________
____________

Back 13

Chem Resistant Gloves
Splash Goggles
Respirator
hard hat
rubber boots
protective clothing

Front 14

Utilization of respiratory eqp must conform to ____ _____

Back 14

OSHA regulationa

Front 15

What are the three things employers must provide regarding respirators

Back 15

Medical Evals
Fit Testing
Training

Front 16

What is the minimum medical requirement water techs must have to perform their duties?

Back 16

Medical Consultation

Front 17

The risk of infection is signifcantly reduced through proper use of ppe and ______ ______.

Back 17

appropriate immunization

Front 18

What is the first line of defense against potential safety hazards?

Back 18

Awarness

Front 19

What does a work authorization cleary states?

Back 19

Agreement between building owner and restoration contractor.

Front 20

What needs to be signed before work begins?

Back 20

Work Auth

Front 21

What is the technicians first responsibility when arriving at a water damage?

Back 21

Identify safety hazards and eliminate them as much as possible.

Front 22

What is the most common safety hazards associated with water damaged structures?

Back 22

Slips and Falls

Front 23

Federal Regulations apply to the handling of ________________ and _________

Back 23

Lead based paints and asbestos

Front 24

Whats Wet? Process
What does the restorer inspect during this process?

Back 24

All potentially affected areas

Front 25

The ultimate goals is to find the ____ of the water migration. The ____ is found in carpeted surfaces using a _____ ______ and in most hard surface using a ____ _____

Back 25

edge
perimeter
moisture sensor
moisture meter

Front 26

Category 1 Water is from a clean source with no substantial risk of causing _____ or ______.

Back 26

sickness or discomfort

Front 27

Category 2 water carries a significant degree of _____, _______, or _____ ______

Back 27

chemical
biological
physical contamination

Front 28

_______ ________ must be emplored before continuing the drying process at a minimum ___ _____ must be removed and disposed of and the _____ must be thoroughly cleaned using hot water extraction.

Back 28

Cleaning Procedures
Carpet Underlay
Carpet

Front 29

Category 3 water results from a grossly ____ _____ or carries ______ ______.

Back 29

unsanitary source
pathogenic agents

Front 30

On Cat 3 losses ______ and ______ health and safety are the first priority on every project.

Back 30

worker and occupant

Front 31

Cat 3 Water - Various ______ and _______ procedures must be used including the removal of all highly ______ materials affected by the cat 3 water.

Back 31

cleaning and decontamination
porous

Front 32

Cat 3 Loss - When resistance is still encountered and performing services properly becomes a challenge restorers ____ ____ ____ to prevent liability

Back 32

stop work immediately

Front 33

Special Situations - Losses that have regulated or hazardous materials contaiminating the structure. Restorers must have specialized training to address these substances or use third party experts typically labeled ____ ____ ____

Back 33

Indoor Environmental Professional

Front 34

Pre existing damage is a condition that was present ______ the water intrusion that may or may not have been caused by moisture.

Back 34

before

Front 35

The most important forms of pre-existing damage to note are _____ ______ and ______ _______

Back 35

mold growth
carpet delamination

Front 36

When extensive delamination is discovered technicians must call it to the attention of all ______ _______ parties and document the condition

Back 36

materially interested

Front 37

Typical Causes of carpet delaminaton are
________
______
________

Back 37

Folding or stretching of carpet when wetAtOverly aggressive extraction
Improperly specified carpet underlay

Front 38

Pre existing damage must be identified and documented in the _____ _____ ____ then clearly communicated to all parties concerned.

Back 38

Initial Inspection Report

Front 39

At what relative humidity will hygroscopic material absorb excess water vapor?

Back 39

60%

Front 40

_______ materials are very susceptible to secondary damage because they gain and lose moisture continually in an effort to equalize with the water content in the surrounding air.

Back 40

Hygroscopic

Front 41

When water runs through a wall cavity inspection holes must be cut to see if the insulation has lost its _ ____

Back 41

R Value

Front 42

According to OSHA _____ must be handled and removed only by qualified personel

Back 42

Asbestos

Front 43

______ ______ is a dynamic process in which a number of variables are contantly influencing the restorer's result, returning the structure to a clean dry and safe living enviornment

Back 43

Restorative Drying

Front 44

As wet areas are identified the _____ of affected materials must be established.

Back 44

types

Front 45

Individuals with ____ ____ ____ are evacuated from the cat 3 affected structure until it is judged safe for occupancy.

Back 45

Compromised Immune Systems

Front 46

If attempting to restore any highly pourous items affected by a cat 3 water restorers must be sure to properly apply _____, allow proper dwell time, perform _______ cleaning and employ ____ ____ testing

Back 46

biocide
intensive
third party

Front 47

Carpet delamination is the loss of integrity in the adhesives used to laminate the _____ and _____ backing.

Back 47

primary and secondary

Front 48

Secondary damage includes dimensional changes, loss of structural integrity , ______ ____ and staining

Back 48

microbial growth

Front 49

The most effective way to speed the drying process is to remove as much of the water in a liquid state as possible during the ____ _____.

Back 49

extraction phase

Front 50

Waste water is best disposed of into a _____ ____.

Back 50

Sanitary Sewer

Front 51

The primary goal of the initial extraction of the affected area is to contain further _______ of the water within the structure.

Back 51

migration

Front 52

Whenever carpet must be disengaged from the tack strip, a ____ ____ and_____ _____ must be used

Back 52

knee kicker and carpet awl

Front 53

The majority of carpet underlay has a skin or mesh on the top side the purpose of this skin is to ease _____ ____ during installation.

Back 53

carpet stretching

Front 54

L x W x H of water = Cubic foot of water (CFW)
CFW x _.__ = gallons of water GW
GW x _.__ = Weight of Water

Back 54

7.48
8.34

Front 55

_____ and _____ with dehumidification are the only ways water can be removed from a wet structure.

Back 55

Extraction and evaporation

Front 56

______ cleaning or disinfecting treatment designed to reduce the number of pathogenic microorganisms to a safe level

Back 56

Sanitizer

Front 57

______ solution designed to destroy or inhibit the growth of microorganisms but not necessarily their spores.

Back 57

Disinfectant

Front 58

_____ A product designed to destroy all microorganisms and their spores.

Back 58

Sterilizer

Front 59

Any product labeled as an antimicrobial will have an ____ registration number and an approved ____ label

Back 59

EPA
EPA

Front 60

Most antimicrobials require that the area of application be _____ by ____ and pets during application and for a period of time after application.

Back 60

vacated
occupants

Front 61

The use of _____ may or may not be advisable. General procedures that are antimicrobial in nature are always employed

Back 61

Biocide

Front 62

When using a biocide it is important to first conduct a ______ _____ with the owner and occupants.

Back 62

customer briefing

Front 63

The amount of moisture absorbed by structural materials is measured most accurately with a _____ _____ not a _____ _____

Back 63

moisture meter
moisture sensor

Front 64

A _____-______ measures air temperature and relative humidity.

Back 64

thermo-hygrometer

Front 65

A thermo-hygrometer is used to monitor any air that can influence the _________ and/or ______ within a drying enviornment.

Back 65

temperature and/or humidity

Front 66

Four key questions of drying are
_____
____
____
_____

Back 66

whats wet
how wet is it
is it drying
is it done/dry

Front 67

Establishing a ____ _____ is the best way to set restorative drying goals.

Back 67

dry standard

Front 68

The moisture sensor is the most basic of moisture detection instruments. It is designed to detect high levels of moisture in ____ and _____.

Back 68

carpet and underlay

Front 69

The difference between invasive moisture meters and moisture sensors is the ability to ____ the moisture

Back 69

measure

Front 70

Non invasive meters are the most effective tools for locating abnormal moisture behind and beneath finishing materials such as ______ _____ and ____ floor coverings.

Back 70

ceramic tile and vinyl

Front 71

Non invasive meters can give false positive readings on suspect material for a number of reasons most often because of _____ hidden within or behind the material being monitored.

Back 71

metal