Tex.
Occ. Code Section 1958.002
Scope of Authority
(a)
This chapter applies only to the regulation of mold-related activities that affect indoor air quality, including a mold-related activity performed by a third party for compensation at a property owned or operated by a governmental entity.(b)
This chapter does not apply to:(1)
the following activities when not conducted for the purpose of mold assessment or mold remediation:(A)
routine cleaning;(B)
the diagnosis, repair, cleaning, or replacement of plumbing, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, electrical, or air duct systems or appliances;(C)
commercial or residential real estate inspections; and(D)
the incidental discovery or emergency containment of potential mold contamination during the conduct or performance of services listed in this subsection;(2)
the repair, replacement, or cleaning of construction materials during the building phase of the construction of a structure;(3)
the standard performance of custodial activities for, preventive maintenance of, and the routine assessment of property owned or operated by a governmental entity; or(4)
a pest control inspection conducted by a person regulated under Chapter 1951 (Structural Pest Control).
Source:
Section 1958.002 — Scope of Authority, https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/OC/htm/OC.1958.htm#1958.002 (accessed Jun. 5, 2024).
