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Content restoration – Hands on

$385.00

This course focuses on the principles and best practices for restoring personal and business content after water, fire, or mould damage. Content restoration involves the careful recovery of damaged items such as documents, electronics, furniture, and textiles, ensuring that valuable items are salvaged while minimizing the risk of further damage. The course will cover the tools, techniques, and protocols used in content restoration, including the importance of adhering to industry standards like the IICRC and the role of proper documentation throughout the restoration process.

Key Topics:

Overview of content restoration: principles and importance
Assessing the extent of damage and determining restoration feasibility
Water, fire, and mould damage to common content types (documents, electronics, textiles, furniture)
Techniques for restoring specific content types:
Document drying and restoration (including digitization)
Electronics restoration (cleaning, drying, and testing)
Textile and fabric restoration (cleaning, deodorizing, and drying)
Furniture restoration (wood, upholstery, and finishes)
IICRC standards and guidelines for content restoration (S500, S400 – RIA )
Tools and equipment used in content restoration
Health and safety considerations during the restoration process
Documentation and reporting to clients and insurers
Upon completion, participants will be equipped with the skills and knowledge to assess, restore, and preserve damaged content effectively, ensuring compliance with industry standards and maximizing recovery outcomes for clients.