Course Syllabus for Initial Mold 8 Hour Training Day

• What is Mold and understanding Mold growth
• Health issues involving Mold
• Using personal protective equipment
• How to conduct a visual inspection for Mold
• Determining Red Flags, source of water intrusion
• How to and when to use Testing Equipment
• Learning difference between Non-Viable and Viable testing
• Understanding and presenting results to the client
• Use of New York City Guidelines, EPA and ACGIH guidelines

Course Syllabus for Advanced Mold 8 Hour Training Day

• Understanding Culturable testing techniques and when to offer them
• Conducting a complete building survey and Infrared Imaging
• Using Field Forms, Room Diagrams, Moisture Meters, Photo shots
• Setting up complete report for Remediation Spec writing
• Using Report Writing software
• Learning about Remediation Techniques
• Learning Clearance Procedure and Protocols for clearance of remediation work
• Marketing to Commercial Accounts- the Do's and Don'ts

Course Syllabus for Indoor Air Quality Course

• Identification of Allergens and the ELISA testing method
• Other Biological Contaminants including Mold
• Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC's)
• Origin and common sources of VOC's
• VOC inspection and testing procedures
• Bacteria inspection and testing procedures
• Overview of other IAQ issues - radon, lead, asbestos, carbon monoxide, ozone, carbon dioxide

Class Instructor: Bernie Katz

Bernie Katz has over 35 years of experience in training and management.  After college, he started his career working for a national ad agency in New York.  He was an account executive for 2 major Pharmaceutical accounts and handled all aspects of their training and education for their Representatives and Physicians.  Bernie left the fast pace of New York for a career in Education.  He taught at both the High School and College levels for many years. 

After leaving the Education Field, he opened his own advertising agency in Williamsport, PA.   His account list was nationwide, working with small businesses to develop their advertising and marketing programs.  His staff of over 15 people provided computer services, design services and implementation of the actual campaigns.  Bernie joined ESA in 2002 to accept some new challenges after he sold his Agency.

Bernie’s background in pharmaceuticals and his passion for the environment provided the foundation for his training in IAQ.  He has been conducting Indoor Air Quality classes for Environmental Solutions Association for the past 4 years and has trained over
500 hundred Home Inspectors across the country in IAQ testing and inspection protocols. 

Bernie has also trained many individuals for Radon testing and inspection.  These classes in Radon are designed to give the maximum knowledge of EPA standards for conducting appropriate testing protocols for Real Estate transactions, Home Owner and Commercial Structure testing.

In addition to teaching Mold, Radon, Allergen and Phase I Site Inspection courses, he is also responsible for approving and implementing new course additions for ESA’s technical writing department.  He works with various Laboratories learning the latest procedures and protocols for testing and then develops the written guidelines for ESA trained Inspectors. 

Bernie also carries State approved Trainer credentials from Florida, New Jersey and Texas in Indoor Air Quality Inspections.  His additional responsibilities as General Manager include scheduling new classes, overseeing the Marketing and Customer Service Departments and working with various national agencies, such as the EPA in developing Protocols for IAQ work.