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Client Information:
Jane Smith
3535 E Wier Avenue, Suite 2
Phoenix, AZ 85040
e-mail:
jsmith@cox.net
Sample Location: Guest House
Date of Test: August 23, 2005 |
Laboratory Information:
Test Method: Dust Sample
Date of Receipt: August 30, 2005
Date of Report: September 1, 2005
Report Submitted: 9-1-05 via e-mail
Reference No: 999999-1
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Dust Mites - Dust mites are microscopic creatures that thrive on
small particles of plant and animal material in the home or office. The
droppings of these mites are the most common cause of allergic reactions
and asthma in people. In order to minimize the effect of these droppings
you need to consider the following:
1. Reduce the relative humidity in the house to less than 50%. This can
be accomplished by reducing the amount of outside air brought into the
house, operating central or window air conditioning and using
dehumidifiers.
2. Wall to wall carpeting should be removed. Hardwood, tile or linoleum
flooring is recommended for people with allergies.
3. Bedding, including mattresses, box springs and pillows should be
encased in airtight plastic or allergen- proof fabric covers. Weekly
washing of bedding in hot water (greater than 130 degrees F) and drying
in a hot dryer is recommended.
4. Vacuum regularly with a vacuum that uses HEPA (high-efficiency
particulate) filters.
Cockroaches - Most cockroaches live in warm tropical climates,
however various species can be found in homes and offices in
metropolitan areas. Cockroach allergens are primarily released from a
protein found in their droppings. This is a primary cause of asthma for
children living in densely populated urban neighborhoods. Eliminating
cockroaches is the best solution to the problem. To minimize this
problem consider the following recommendations:
1. Maintaining a clean, dry home or office will reduce the cockroach
population. Controlling their food sources by regularly taking out the
garbage, sweeping and vacuuming the floor after meals and putting pet
food dishes away after eating will help. Washing dishes immediately
after use and cleaning counter tops, stoves and other surfaces will also
help to reduce their food sources.
2. Seal off areas where cockroaches can enter the home such as wall
cracks, window or floor gaps, outside doors and drains.
3. Regular use of a trained exterminator in your home or office.
Pet Allergens - A common misconception is that animal hair is the
cause of pet allergies. The actual cause of the allergies is the protein
found in the saliva, dander (dead skin flakes) and urine. These proteins
are small enough to be carried in the air on invisible particles and can
land on your clothing, skin or hair. The proteins can also be inhaled
directly into the lungs. All breeds of cats and dogs are capable of
triggering symptoms in susceptible persons. The most effective way to
reduce the potential of animal allergy is to remove the pet from the
home and avoid any contact. If this is not possible you might consider
some of the following:
1. To minimize contact keep the pet out of the bedroom and other areas
where a person with allergies spends most of their time. Keeping a pet
outdoors will not solve the problem, since homes with pets in the yard
still have higher levels of animal allergens.
2. Regular vacuuming of the carpets is not an effective method of
reducing animal allergens. A vacuum can actually stir up the small
allergen particles. Using a vacuum with a HEPA filter will be more
effective in collecting animal allergens that a vacuum with a standard
filter. The best solution is to remove the carpeting and replace it with
hardwood, tile or linoleum.
3. Replace bedding that has been exposed to animal dander. Washing alone
will not remove the animal allergens from fabric. |
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For Additional Information on Allergies, Allergens and Asthma please
refer to the following:
1. The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology,
www.aaaai.org
2. The Allergy Report, Volume I,
www.aaaai.org/ar/volume1.pdf
3. National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, National
Institute of Health,
www.iaqa.org
4. American Lung Association,
www.iaqa.org
5. The Mayo Clinic, www.mayoclinic.com
6. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency,
www.epa.gov
Terms, Conditions and Limitations
This report provides an initial indication of indoor contaminants, based
upon samples collected by you.
H Chek, Inc. recommends that you not take any actions based upon this
report until you have read the terms, conditions and limitations
described in this section.
Property conditions and laboratory results can and do change over time.
Allergen levels can and do change rapidly. None of H Chek, Inc. or its
affiliates, subsidiaries, suppliers, employees, agents, contractors and
attorneys are able to make and do not make any determinations as to the
safety or health condition of a property in this report.
This report is not intended to provide medical or healthcare advice. All
allergy or medical-related questions and concerns, including health
concerns relating to possible allergen exposure, should be directed to a
qualified physician. If this report indicates any findings that are of
concern to you, further evaluation by a trained professional may be
advisable.
This report relies on samples that are non-invasive and non-destructive,
so it cannot be used to determine whether hidden allergen problems exist
in the building tested. Also, these results apply only to the rooms
sampled, not to the entire building or any other rooms.
No H Chek related party shall have any liability with respect to
decisions or recommendations made or actions taken by either the client
or professionals hired by the client, based upon this report. In no
event will any H Chek related party be liable for any special, indirect,
incidental, punitive, or consequential damages of any kind regardless of
the form of action whether in contract, tort (including negligence),
strict product liability or otherwise, arising from or related to the
testing services or this report. The aggregate liability of the H Chek
related parties related to or arising from this report, whether under
contract law, tort law, warranty or otherwise, shall be limited to
direct damages not to exceed the fees actually received by H Chek from
the client for the report.
The invalidity or unenforceability, in whole or in part, of any
provision, term or condition herein shall not invalidate or otherwise
affect the enforceability of the remainder of these provisions, terms
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