What is included under engineering controls in microbial remediation?

In the context of microbial remediation, engineering controls refer specifically to methods and techniques that are designed to protect workers and the environment from exposure to hazardous materials, specifically during remediation activities. Controlled demolition methods fall under this category because they are utilized to safely remove contaminated materials while minimizing the release of pathogens or spores into the air. This type of approach is crucial in limiting the spread of microorganisms and ensuring safety during the remediation process.

Regular evaluations, personal protective equipment (PPE), and cleaning procedures, while important in microbial remediation, serve different roles. Regular evaluations are part of monitoring and assessing ongoing risks rather than direct engineering controls. PPE provides a barrier to protect workers but is considered an administrative control rather than an engineering control itself. Cleaning procedures are vital for removing contaminants from surfaces but do not constitute engineering controls as they do not involve physical modifications to the work environment that directly manage exposure risks.