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.