Providing third-party indoor environmental consulting assessments to mitigate conflicts of interest and verify that remediation has been conducted in accordance with industry standards

Conflict of Interest

Remediation is a specialized process that involves the containment, removal, and cleaning of contaminated materials. Indoor Environmental Professionals are extensively trained in contaminants, assessing the extent of contamination, drafting remediation protocols, and providing unbiased post-remediation verification assessments to ensure that the structure has been returned to normal indoor environmental conditions. Remediation teams should be trained to standards comparable to those of Indoor Environmental Professionals, who assess contaminants within indoor environments. Although each role addresses contamination differently, performing both services on the same job creates a conflict of interest, according to accredited institutions. Whether the issue involves mold, fire, water, biohazard, or drug lab contamination, any reputable remediation company will insist on obtaining both a pre-remediation assessment and a post-remediation clearance based on inspection and testing performed by a third-party Indoor Environmental Professional.