Manville Public Library to hold mold remediation workshop, Nov. 8

The first of two free mold-remediation workshops will be offered this Saturday, Nov. 8, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Manville Public Library on South 10th Avenue.

Pre-registration is preferred, though walk-ins will be accepted. To register contact Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) Coordinator Eileen Allen, RN, at the Somerset County Health Department at 908-203-6069 or allene@co.somerset.nj.us

All pre-registered households will receive a free mold-mitigation kit worth $55.

Mold has been a serious issue in many communities that were hit by flooding during the past two major storms, said Freeholder Deputy Director Mark Caliguire, health department liaison. This free workshop will help answer many questions residents may still have.

The program is co-sponsored by the Somerset County Department of Health, the MRC-Manville Board of Health Unit and the New Jersey Department of Health. A second workshop has been scheduled for Dec. 6 from 10 a.m. to noon at Manville Fire House No. 3 on North Eighth Avenue.

Presenter at both workshops will be Claire T. Galiano, an experienced health and safety trainer from the New Jersey Work Environment Council and the International Chemical Workers Council for Health. She also is OSHA-authorized to teach mediation pertaining to disasters, general industry and construction. She will address what homeowners can do to safely deal with the challenges of identifying and removing mold.

Mold can cause staining of walls and ceilings and can affect building components, causing property damage. Exposure to mold can cause nasal and throat irritation, coughing or wheezing, eye irritation and in some cases skin irritation. Individuals at highest risk include those with pre-existing health conditions such as allergies, lung conditions, asthma or emphysema, as well as infants and the elderly. Anyone who suspects he or she might have mold exposure-related health issues should contact a physician.

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Manville Public Library to hold mold remediation workshop, Nov. 8