Ceiling Tile Water Damage 0808
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Ceiling Tiles
Type of water involved
Decision-Making Regarding Flooding and/or Wet Materials
Based upon North Carolina Guidelines for Moisture Management and Mold Remediation in Healthcare Facilities
Algorithm composed by:Ruth Carrico PhD RN CIC
University of LouisvilleSchool of Public Health and Information Sciences
Lezlie Barth RNKosair Children’s Hospital
Louisville, KYRev. 08/08
Remove from area, allow to air dry then reuse
Ceiling tile has been wet <24 hours and no previous water damage
Removes and discards under controlled abatement
conditions*
Contaminated water (i.e., Sewage) Steam
Unsanitary water (i.e., rain or ground waterClean water (i.e., potable)
Removes and discards with minimal controls**
Yes
No
* Controlled abatement activities include use of controlled airflow
and personal protective equipment during tile removal,
then use of a plastic bag or other container to hold the damaged
tile after removal and during transport.
**Minimal abatement activities include use of dust and airflow control then containment of the
damaged tile during removal and transport.