Most of us belong to some type of association whether it's the AAA or AARP or a trade association like those that many of our listeners belong to. This week we will explore the legal landscape for associations with Steven John Fellman, Esq. a specialist on association legal matters. We will also hear from Glenn Fellman the president of Association & Communications Management Group, which is the association management company serving the Indoor Air Quality Association, Indoor Environmental St...
Nov 05, 2010•1 hr 5 min
What's happening at the Institute for Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC)? We will find out this week when we interview IICRC President Mr. Patrick Winters CAE/IOM. Mr. Winters was hired as IICRC President in August of 2009 and his goal is to lead the organization to excellence in all functional areas. Mr. Winters has over 35 years experience as a nonprofit executive specializing in foundations, institutes, professional societies and trade associations. IAQ Radio will be ex...
Oct 29, 2010•1 hr 6 min
In our continuing effort to present all sides of the issues this week we present Attorney David Governo and Dr. Howard Sandler for the defense. Mr. Governo the founding partner of the Governo Law Firm in Boston, Massachusetts and an expert in toxic tort and environmental litigation. Dr Sandler is a physician specializing in Occupational and Environmental Medicine who served as a medical officer with the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH, CDC, USPHS), a consultant to th...
Oct 22, 2010•1 hr 10 min
This week we have Part 2, of our series titled "Is the Approach to IAQ, Green Buildings and Mold Science Based? Regular IAQ Radio contributor Don Weekes, CIH, CSP of InAir Environmental will join us to discuss if it is practical to take a purely science based approach to IAQ, Green Buildings or Mold issues.
Oct 15, 2010•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 3318
This week on IAQ Radio we will discuss fragrances and perfumes with an expert on the subject Natalie Hinden-Kuhles of Agilex Fragrance. What are the manufacturer's doing to develop products that have less effect on indoor environments and sensitive individuals? How do fragrances and perfumes affect IAQ? Are they a cure, a band-aid, or a detriment? Get the answers this week on IAQ Radio with hosts Joe Hughes and Cliff Zlotnik.
Oct 08, 2010•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 3319
This week on IAQ Radio we will discuss fragrances and perfumes with an expert on the subject Natalie Hinden-Kuhles of Agilex Fragrance. What are the manufacturer's doing to develop products that have less effect on indoor environments and sensitive individuals? How do fragrances and perfumes affect IAQ? Are they a cure, a band-aid, or a detriment? Get the answers this week on IAQ Radio with hosts Joe Hughes and Cliff Zlotnik.
Oct 08, 2010•1 hr 3 min
Melinda Ballard serves as President, Policyholders of America (POA), a non-profit organization providing free claims assistance to homeowners who've filed claims covered by their homeowner's policies. More than 2 million people have joined POA since its formation in 2000. Ms. Ballard founded the group after experiencing, firsthand, how insurance carriers often deal with their policyholders after disaster strikes. Dr. Shoemaker is the Corresponding author for the POA's "Research Committee Report ...
Oct 01, 2010•59 min•Ep. 3634
Is the industry approach to IAQ, mold and Green Buildings science-based? This week on IAQ Radio we have the return visit of Ed Light, CIH to discuss his thoughts about the title of our show. In addition according to Mr. Light discussions of industrial hygiene and health are generally one-sided and do not consider other opinions on controversial subjects? We will discuss Mr. Lights opinion on these two subjects and time permitting will get his opening thoughts/statements on some debate topics he ...
Sep 24, 2010•15 min
Injectidry was formed to develop specialized drying equipment that dries structures quickly, using the least invasive methods. The companies goal is to develop products which help the restoration industry limit the damage to structures as well as the environment in the surrounding area. Their company vision is to minimize replacement cost whenever possible, expedite the drying process and keep our environment healthy. Join us this week for another business success story and solid objective infor...
Sep 17, 2010•1 hr 6 min
The restoration chat rooms are lit up like a Christmas Tree over several current events in the cleaning and restoration world: Conflicts of Interest, CRI's Seal of Approval Program for cleaning equipment and chemicals, and Accuracy in Education. Listen in as Radio Joe and the Z-Man query guests Lisa Wagner and Jim Pemberton on these issues.
Aug 20, 2010•32 min
This week IAQ Radio has an exclusive interview with disaster restoration pioneer Claude Blackburn. Claude Blackburn has been involved in the cleaning and restoration industry since 1972. He was the founder and president of Dri-Eaz Products in Burlington, Washington. Learn from one of the great success stories in the industry how you can take it to the next level.
Aug 13, 2010•50 min
Our thanks go out to Lisa Rogers for a great interview about the ASTM D22.08 IAQ and mold project. We discussed the standards that are complete, in development and planned. We also learned a lot during our discussion of the Mycometer technology and got a glimpse at the new Bacti-Count system that is just about ready for prime time.
Aug 06, 2010•1 hr 7 min
Tune into IAQ Radio this week at noon eastern time, when Radio Joe and the Z-Man interview cleaning and restoration industry pioneer Lee Pemberton.
Jul 30, 2010•1 hr 7 min
"The Restoration Lawyer" Edward H. Cross is President of Law Offices of Edward H. Cross & Associates, PC. He has represented over 50 restoration contractors in twelve states in collections disputes, standard of care issues, mold claims, and disputes with carriers. He also drafts restoration contracts, work authorizations, waivers, disclaimers, warranties and numerous other related documents. During his career, he has successfully resolved over 500 cases involving issues of construction, prop...
Jul 23, 2010•1 hr 2 min
This week hosts Joe Hughes and Cliff Zlotnik welcome special guest Dr. Harriet Burge, Director of Aerobiology at EMLab P&K and monthly columnist for Indoor Environment Connections newspaper. The show airs live at 12noon EDT on Friday, July 16, 2010. Listen live or download the show later at www.iaqradio.com
Jul 16, 2010•1 hr 7 min
Ultra Violet Devices Inc. (UVDI) is one of the oldest and most respected ultraviolet disinfection companies in the world. It all began with the hard work and ingenuity of a single man. Three generations ago Luis Veloz was an engineer for Westinghouse when their R&D engineers developed and patented the first commercial ultraviolet lamps. Luis was excited by this new technology and in 1949 he purchased a Westinghouse UV lamp dealership. Early applications were difficult to develop, but Luis ha...
Jun 25, 2010•1 hr 5 min
This week we have the return appearance of IAQ pioneer Mr. Hal Levin of Building Ecology Research Group. During Part 1 of our interview we discussed some of the early work Mr. Levin did in the IAQ/building science arena and what types of mistakes we should avoid repeating. We also talked a little about his role as Executive Director at the International Society for Indoor Air Quality and Climate (ISIAQ). This week we will go into more detail about some of his most interesting projects and explor...
Jun 18, 2010•1 hr 5 min
Richard L. Corsi, Ph.D., P.E. ECH Bantel Professor for Professional Practice Department of Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering The University of Texas at Austin
Jun 11, 2010•1 hr 7 min
This week we will be discussing some current events in IAQ and Disaster Restoration with ASHRAE Fellow and IAQA Past President Bob Baker. Mr. Baker recently volunteered to assist in developing standard operating procedures for some unusual projects in Nashville, TN. We will also have a report on the Florida Mold Licensing Law, an update on some ASHRAE standards/activities and more. Everyone will learn something from this interview so join us live Friday at noon or download the show later but don...
Jun 04, 2010•1 hr 5 min
This week we interview Andrew Persily, Ph.D. of the National Institute of Standards and Technology. Dr. Persily works on indoor air quality and ventilation in commercial and residential buildings. His work includes the development and application of measurement techniques to evaluate airflow and air quality characteristics in a variety of building types, including large, mechanically ventilated buildings and single-family dwellings. Mr. Persily was also the Steering Committee Chair of the recent...
May 21, 2010•1 hr 12 min
Next up on IAQ radio we will be joined by Claudius Carnegie, PhD, P.E., CIE, CMR of the Miami-Dade County Public Schools. Dr. Carnegie was also recently elected President of the Indoor Environmental Standards Organization (IESO). We will discuss IAQ and facilities management and progress on the various standards IESO is developing.
May 14, 2010•1 hr 6 min
This week on IAQ Radio we welcome back Robert C. Bob Brandys, PhD, MPH, PE, CIH, CSP, CMR & Gail Brandys, MS, CSP, CMR of Occupational and Environmental Health Consulting Services. We will discuss numerous issues including their recently published book "International Indoor Air Quality Standards for Over 2,000 Chemical and Biological Substances". This is their fourth book in a popular series many IAQ professionals are familiar with, the other three include "Post-Remediation Testing and Verif...
May 07, 2010•1 hr 9 min
Hal Levin is a Research Architect with Building Ecology Research Group, Santa Cruz, California. Mr. Levin has conducted research and consulted on buildings impacts on occupant health and comfort as well as on the larger environment. Since 1978 his work has focused on the integration of knowledge about indoor and outdoor air pollution as well as other risk factors into the design, construction, and operation of residential, educational, and commercial buildings and communities. The list of his cl...
Apr 30, 2010•1 hr 10 min
"Those who cannot learn from history are doomed to repeat it." Listen and learn when cleaning and restoration industry veteran and pioneer Greg Orndorff, Sr guests on IAQ Radio. Greg's business A-1 Floodtech is dramatically different than it was when he started it over 40 years ago. Over his tenure in business Greg has always been bold early adopter and risk taker, investing in new technology to stay on the leading edge of the business curve. Greg's pioneeringly creative and innovative marketing...
Apr 23, 2010•1 hr 3 min
Dr. Horner is the laboratory director and a principle consultant for Air Quality Sciences. He has a Ph.D. in plant pathology from Virginia Polytechnic Institute, an M.S. in mycology from the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry in Syracuse, and a B.A. in botany/comparative literature from the University of North Carolina. After receiving his Ph.D., Dr. Horner completed an NIH funded fellowship characterizing fungal allergens at Tulane University School of Medicine before joining th...
Apr 16, 2010•1 hr 11 min
The most respected name in environmental sensitivities is Dr. William J. Rea and the Environmental Health Center- Dallas. Dr. Rea wrote the books on this issue and the best environmental health physicians world and others meet annually with Dr. Rea to share and learn about the latest research and results. MD's that suffer from environmental sensitivities no who to see and it is our next guest on IAQ Radio William J. Rea, M.D.
Apr 09, 2010•1 hr 11 min
Dr. Black is Chairman and Founder of Air Quality Sciences of Marietta, GA. AQS is one of the the most respected names in the indoor air quality industry and provides traditional and specialty IAQ services. They are world renowned for product emissions testing and Dr. Black pioneered the development of environmental chamber technology. Specialized environmental chambers are used to replicate actual indoor conditions enabling precise measurements of the pollutant emissions released from indoor pro...
Mar 26, 2010•1 hr 7 min
This week we will discuss the CMHC "About Your House" series with Jim White. This series of publications includes a treasure trove of information and tips based on real world research and application. The CMHC website has more free information on housing and building science issues than any site in the world and we will ask Jim to give us the highlights and insight into a specially selected sampling. Join us this week for Part Two of "He Who Ignores History is Doomed to Repeat the Mistakes of th...
Mar 19, 2010•1 hr 8 min
Jim White is one of those people that we are thrilled to have join us on IAQ Radio. Mr. White was with the Canada Mortgage Housing Corporation for 20 years when CMHC was doing research and developing documents that are as valuable today as when they were developed. We need to pay attention to people like Jim to avoid repeating the mistakes of the past and some don't think we have paid enough attention. We will find out what Mr. White thinks this week on IAQ Radio!
Mar 12, 2010•1 hr 5 min
What's new in the world of HVAC systems cleaning? Maybe more than you realize. There are a lot of interesting issues we plan to discuss this week. From the use of antimicrobials in HVAC systems to the latest on NADCA's Research about the energy benefits of cleaning HVAC systems. We will also discuss the future of NADCA's HVAC cleaning standards along with NADCA's positions on sanitizing, deodorizing and cleaning microbial contamination in HVAC systems. Our guests this week are John Shulte, NADCA...
Mar 05, 2010•1 hr 6 min