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IICRC Standards Available for Second Limited Public Review

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Published: Monday, 30 March 2026 16:56

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IICRC Standards Available for Second Limited Public Review 

LAS VEGAS – March 20, 2026 – The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) has opened the second limited public review for the Draft IICRC S220 Standard for  Inspection of Hard Surface Floor Coverings. Download the Substantive Changes made to the draft  S220 Standard since the first public review, and submit your comments online from March 20 to  April 19, 2026, here: https://iicrc.org/s220/ 

As part of the ANSI 30-day limited public review period, all comments must be submitted using  the online comment form no later than April 19, 2026. 

The Draft S220 Standard describes the non-destructive procedures, methods, and systems for  professional inspectors to follow when inspecting light commercial and residential hard surface  floor coverings; including stone, laminate, wood, ceramic, and resilient. This Standard does not  specifically address the protocols and procedures for installing hard surface floor coverings.  

For more information on other certification programs and standards offered by the IICRC, visit  www.iicrc.org. To purchase a copy of IICRC standards, please visit http://webstore.iicrc.org. 

About the IICRC 

The IICRC is an international, ANSI-accredited standard-development organization (SDO) that  certifies individuals in 20+ categories within the inspection, cleaning and restoration industries.  Representing more than 54,000 certified technicians and 6,000 Certified Firms in 22 countries,  the IICRC, in partnership with regional and international trade associations, represents the entire  industry. The IICRC does not own schools, employ instructors, produce training materials, or  promote specific product brands, cleaning methods or systems. For more information, visit  www.iicrc.org.  

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New Military Housing Bill Puts IICRC’s Certifications and Mold Standard Front and Center

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Published: Monday, 26 January 2026 17:49
Las Vegas, Nevada – January 15, 2026. Senators Richard Blumenthal (CT-D), Joni Ernst (IA-R), Tim Sheehy (MT-R), Mazie Hirono (HI-D), and Congressman Jimmy Panetta announced the introduction of a new, bi-partisan measure that looks to address dampness and mold in military housing, specifically naming the IICRC’s standards and certifications.

The Military Occupancy Living Defense (MOLD) Act proposes comprehensive reforms to address mold and indoor environmental hazards in covered military housing. Among its key provisions, the legislation would require the Secretary of Defense to ensure that all maintenance personnel, contracted mold assessors, Indoor Environmental Professionals (IEPs), and mold remediation professionals working in military housing possess and maintain independent, third-party certifications, including the IICRC’s Applied Microbial Remediation Technician (AMRT) and Mold Remediation Specialist (MRS) certifications.

In addition, the bill mandates that all mold remediation activities conducted in covered military housing comply with the ANSI/IICRC S520 Standard for Professional Mold Remediation, the nationally recognized consensus standard that defines the industry standard of care for mold remediation projects.

“This legislation represents a significant step forward in protecting the health and safety of military service members and their families,” said James Tole, IICRC’s President and Chairman of the Board.

The IICRC has long advocated for the use of industry certifications and accredited consensus-based standards in housing, disaster response, and indoor environmental work. Inclusion of the IICRC’s certifications and standards in the MOLD Act reflects growing recognition by policymakers of the importance of professional qualifications and standardized practices when addressing mold and moisture-related issues.

“This legislation shows that IICRC’s advocacy work and strategic alliances with other stakeholders is paying off,” said Robbie Bradshaw, Director of Government Relations at the IICRC. “We’ve spent more than five years engaging with Members of Congress to move legislation like this forward.”

The IICRC plans to continue working on Capitol Hill to serve as a technical resource to policymakers and stakeholders as the MOLD Act advances through the legislative process.

For questions, contact the IICRC’s Director of Government Relations, Robbie Bradshaw, at advocates@iicrcnet.org.

About the IICRC
The IICRC is a global Standards Developing Organization (SDO), accredited through the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), as well as a credentialing body that certifies individuals in 20+ categories within the Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Industries. The IICRC, in partnership with regional and international trade associations, represents the entire Industries it serves with Certified Technicians and Certified Firms in 40+ countries. For more information, visit www.iicrc.org.

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