CB Richard Ellis Ltd: Case Study

The aforementioned case studies demonstrate the hidden and potential deadly effects of mold exposure. In Dripping Springs, Texas, a vibrant man (Ron) became essentially handicapped from exposure and inhalation of the deadly mycotoxins in the mold spores. In Cleveland, Ohio, toxic mold is responsible for the hospitalization of thirty infants and claimed the lives of four children. Mold is a serious public health concern that must be addressed through public education. Personnel must recognize and identify the potential signs and symptoms of toxic mold. For example, Stachybotrys (black mold) is a dark green almost black slimy mold that causes severe health problems, such as; respiratory issues, pulmonary hemosiderosis, asthma attacks, and memory

In many court cases across the country tenants are taking their landlords to court over mold in their home because it is making their space uninhabitable.

Pollution is a becoming a major factor for Canadians living across Canada. Toronto’s air quality is highly polluted from factories, cars, household furnaces, industrial plants and power stations. (Hanna, Kevin) Many air

In my mold assessment I used the Building Education and Assessment Model (IBEAM) Mold Remediation Checklist for schools and commercial buildings offered on the EPA website and based my own evaluation of the indoor air quality at my library. The checklist I created allowed me to evaluate the areas of mold and mildew concern; mainly the openings in the celling caused by structural damage to the roof from a recent storm that was allowing water to enter the building and mold spores to grow on the ceiling tiles, walls and carpet. For my assessment I was not able to review existing indoor air quality records to use as reference.

Inspectors will use moisture meters and fiber optics to find mold growth. Professional technicians may be required to wear respirators, gloves and goggles in order to make a complete assessment of all mold. In some cases, materials may have to be removed. Damaged walls and ceilings may have to be replaced. Painting over black mold is not a solution. Complete ousting is the only safe answer.

Many health specialist have taken an interest to the affects certain molds may have on an individual’s health as the numbers of illnesses and deaths linked to mold exposure increases. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that 3 million people have died in the past year due to a respiratory disease, and 235 million suffer from asthma; about forty-five percent of those cases are related to exposure to mold toxins. Although federal agencies are engaged in a number of efforts to address mold, there are no federal or generally accepted health-based standards for safe levels of mold in the air or on surfaces. According to EPA officials, the lack of federal regulation of airborne concentrations of mold indoors is largely due to the insufficiency of data needed to establish a scientifically defensible health-based standard. Another factor is the lack of scientific consensus regarding how to best measure these concentrations. Mold affects human health directly as it releases hazardous toxins into the environment, causes health effects in children and adults, and is linked with causing various diseases and health complications and should be further researched as the numbers of cases

Evidence of mold in the home can be either visual or by odor, and evidence of an indoor mold problem typically starts with

Although generally harmless outdoors, when spores are confined to an indoor space, allergic reactions are quite common. This is particularly true for children and people with respiratory problems. According to reliable estimates, about one out of every three children is allergic to mold, making it the most common allergen after pollen. But because the symptoms of exposure are quite common (coughing, sneezing, eye irritation, runny nose, etc.), most homeowners do not pinpoint the cause for many months. A good rule of thumb is to have an inspection if common allergy symptoms seem to be exacerbated in your home.

Mold is not only damaging to the building’s roof and structure, it can cause health issues in employees, and customers depending on the type and quantity that is present. Examples of health issues include allergies, sinus issues, asthma and can be a serious threat to persons with a weakened immune system.

We investigated the levels of fungal contamination in the Eastern Washington University Science Building; which could be harmful to the frequenters. Certain types of fungi produce macrocyclic trichothecene mycotoxins. The toxins have the ability to cause "weakness, ataxia, hypotension, coagulopathy, and death." (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 2013). The primary species of mold that produce macrocyclic trichothecene include Cladosporium sphaerospermum, Penicillium chrysogenum, Aspergillus versicolor, Alternaria alternata and Stachybotrys chartarum (Sodipe 2013). The level of symptoms is dependent on the specific

Michael Puccini EP has been professionally investigating and researching indoor air quality and water quality issues for over twenty-five years. In his profession, he has been awarded the ECO Canada Environmental Professional (EP) Certificate which is a formal recognition of the national standard of excellence in environmental work. Experiences includes over ten years conducting chemical analysis in the laboratory and in the field on many of the toxins that are discussed in this book. As a formal water quality analyst, he has diverse experience related to aesthetic and health related problems associated with small and large domestic water treatment/distribution/storage systems. Furthermore his analytical knowledge has been a primary

Starting in the year 2004, the air pollution has reached an alarming level in the city o Toronto. Dr Barbara Yaffe, the acting medical officer of health of Toronto Public health, has released a report in July 2004 saying that the “air pollution [in the city] has contributed to over 1700 premature deaths and 6000 hospitalization admission in Toronto each year” (Yaffe, 2004, p.i). According to this report, pollutants such as ozone, nitrogen dioxide, sulphur dioxide, and carbon monoxide have increased within the air of the city; these pollutants are tiny particles that are 2.5 micron in diameter or less and can affect people’s respiratory system and cause cardiovascular and respiratory problems such as “asthma, bronchitis in children, adult chronic bronchitis, and heart problem” (TPH, 2007, figure 1). Although it

Stock Evaluation: According to our calculation: Tottenham will see a hike in its share price by 0.48% for every point increment and it can expect a 7 point increment per season which will result in a 3.35% hike in its share price.

1. The main criteria FEL uses to assign managers to their projects include time constraints and expertise. Clearly, managers with heavy workloads will not do as well as those without significant current time constraints. Hence, the likelihood that the work will progress smoothly under such managers is greater than otherwise. Expertise is also an important requirement to ensure that a project runs smoothly. Hence, the combination of low time constraints with the highest level of expertise appears to be a good basis for successful projects. However, one potential danger of assigning an apparently random number of managers to teams who need to work closely together could create communication problems, especially if these managers have not worked together before, or indeed if severe personality clashes occur. Hence, it might be a good idea to conduct regular assessments of the progress of the work as well as how well managers function together, particularly in a remote location such as Abu Dhabi.

The information gathered in this experiment may be relevant to those individuals who contend with food borne molds at home, or professionally. Because the rate of mold growth can vary depending