# FL Mold Industry Targeted For Regulation

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Florida's mold inspection and removal businesses would face state regulation for the first time under proposals state lawmakers say are aimed at protecting consumers from unscrupulous or fly-by-night companies. 

The plan, heard for the first time on the Senate floor Wednesday, would require mold inspectors and those who remove and repair mold damage to be licensed by the state. The certification would require proof of training in the field, similar to what is now required of asbestos- or lead paint-removers. The state also would have the power to strip licenses from companies in cases of fraud and misconduct.

In addition, mold inspectors would be prohibited from performing mold repairs or removal on properties they inspected, a prohibition lawmakers hope will prevent scams.

Sources:
- St. Petersburg Times (http://www.sptimes.com/2004/04/22/Business/Mold_removal_industry.shtml)