Calls to improve regulations for businesses that remove mould and remediate properties have been made in the Australian Parliament.

Federal Member for Robertson, Dr Gordon Reid MP, made the calls while delivering a speech in the Federation Chamber.

Quotes attributable to Federal Member for Robertson, Dr Gordon Reid MP:

“Mould is an escalating issue affecting many property owners, rental tenants, and housing tenants.

“A recent report has stated that in Australia, one quarter of households are impacted by mould.

“Mould can be hazardous to people living with underlying medical conditions including respiratory illnesses.

“Following a meeting with local Central Coast based mould removal and remediation organisation, MouldSafe, I have learned that to remove mould effectively, requires proper equipment and processes.

“Unfortunately, we are witnessing too often businesses not using the appropriate equipment or undertaking the correct processes to remove mould and remediate properties.

“Consequently, we are seeing properties have mould removed temporarily, through poor processes, only to have it return faster and in a worse state.

“This situation calls for improved regulations so businesses undertaking mould removal can complete work adequately and effectively.

“This is why I have spoken about the issue in the Australian Parliament and made representations to the NSW Government.

“I look forward to the response from the NSW Government and how government can provide quality control in this sector”, Dr Reid said.

To view Dr Reid’s speech in the Federation Chamber, visit: https://www.dropbox.com/t/XdvzYDSs5joc4aks

To view the speech in Hansard, visit: https://www.aph.gov.au/Parliamentary_Business/Hansard/Hansard_Display?bid=chamber/hansardr/27591/&sid=0270

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