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Sampling methodology for fungal bioaerosols and amplifiers in cases of suspected indoor mold proliferation

Summerbell, R. C.
2002
http://www.cbs.knaw.nl/indoor/Indoor2.htm


Summerbell, R. C., (2002), "Sampling methodology for fungal bioaerosols and amplifiers in cases of suspected indoor mold proliferation", http://www.cbs.knaw.nl/indoor/Indoor2.htm.
Abstract:
"Problems attributed to molds in indoor air are usually associated with on- site proliferation of the molds in the affected building. Only occasionally are mold conidia from an outdoor source suspected as being potential sources of symptoms. Molds proliferating within a building usually do so in discrete locations where moisture and substrate conditions are conducive. Typical sites of indoor mold proliferation are damp cellulosic materials (e.g. wallboard paper, wallpaper, carpet backing, damp papers); debris in ventilation ducts, in carpets, or in mattresses or upholstered furniture; poorly maintained humidifiers; insulation on which organic film has accumulated; constantly humid painted, caulked or plastic surfaces (e.g., windowsills, shower stalls, cold air return vents); and potted plant soils."

This is similar to part of Appendix D of Davies, R., Summerbell, R. C., Haldane, D., Dufour, A., Yu, K., Broder, I., Dales, R., Kirkbride, J., Kauri, T. and Robertson, W., 1995, Fungal contamination in public buildings: a guide to recognition and management.


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Summerbell, R. C.
  1. Fungal contamination in public buildings: a guide to recognition and management
  2. Protocols For Investigation Of Indoor Fungal Amplifiers  



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