August 13, 2003—The National Institute of Disaster Restorations “NIDR Guidelines for Fire and Smoke Damage Repair” has been revised and expanded, with updates, new material, a more extensive glossary and an index.
The manual defines the relationships of restorer-client-adjuster, and provides a basis for the proper training of estimators, project managers and insurance claims personnel. These guidelines were developed over two years and submitted to more than 300 restorers, adjusters and insurance professionals for review and comment, the NIDR Guidelines address basic questions, such as:
- When is a wall “clean”?
- What procedures are recommended for antiques?
- Who authorizes the work?
- Is restoration always cost-effective?
- When should corrosion treatments be applied?
- What should emergency contracts include?
- What does “like kind and quality” mean?
In addition to the questions addressed in the original compilation of recommended fire and smoke damage practices and procedures, such as:
- Work authorization Water damage Restoration and Value Painting
- Inspections, Documentation Clothing and textiles Deodorization processes Framing
- Adjuster-client relationships Toxicity of residues Books and documents Wall finishes
- Estimates and specifications Fire odors Electronic equipment Furniture
- Contracts Thermal shock Sealing & encapsulation Gold leafing
- Packouts Corrosion Demolition
The second edition also includes new material on electronics, formal appraisal, oriental rugs, toxic hazards, chimneys & flues, x-ray film, removing fire odors, wood flooring and restoring older buildings. The price is $50 and $40 for ASCR members.
For more information, contact The Association of Specialists in Cleaning and Restoration.
