Have you ever sat in a classroom and
been taught “how to” use a certain software program or how to work a machine or
work a problem or whatever the case may be?
Well, I have. I remember several
years ago attending a class on using a particular software. Of course we all had computers in the
classroom, and I took notes after notes, while noticing everyone else seemed to
be doing the same. As the instructor
continued and time moved on, my head seemed to be spinning and the instructions
got a little more complicated, or was it my focus? I thought wow; everyone seems to understand
this class but me. I thought the
instructor was moving a little too fast, but I realized much information had to
be instilled in our minds to fully understand the software.
After
class everyone was talking, and I realized we all had the same problem, not
really thoroughly understanding everything that was communicated about the
software. As I went to my desk, with
notes in hand, I decided I was going to learn through experience with some help
from my scribbles. Anytime I had a free
moment, I went into the program and worked with it, day after day, week after
week. And it worked. I learned more from first-hand experience
than from the classroom. Many of us are
visual learners and while studying helps, nothing in my opinion works as well
as hands on experience.
I
have been writing for Crisis Cleaning’s blog, after reading their information
and becoming better informed. However, I
recently had the opportunity to go with a certified inspector to a home for a
meth test inspection. What an
experience. No one was permitted to live in the house until resolution of any
possible meth contamination. After
meeting the owner of the house and briefly discussing the current situation, we
proceeded with the testing. With
supervision, I even participated in the testing process, but before we could
begin, we placed disposable covers on our shoes. I noticed the house was very warm and
contained what my nose sensed as an unpleasant odor. We tested all rooms and areas in the
three-level house (main level, upstairs, and basement). It was difficult to
reach the ceiling in some of the rooms on the first floor, as they appeared to
be ten feet tall. While testing in the
basement, my nose felt some kind of sensation and wanted to keep running. I don’t know if it was the heat or something
else.
With this visual lesson, I now realize how
much work and care it takes to do a good, professional job. Every room was tested carefully and
thoroughly. And I can tell you first
hand, it’s not an easy job. I saw how
much work was put into every step.
Crisis Cleaning is a professional company that focuses on meth
decontamination, mold, asbestos, death/crime scene cleanup, and lead
remediation. If you have concerns in any
of these areas, give Crisis Cleaning a call toll free at (877) 260-4828. They are certified, insured and licensed and will
make sure the job is done right.
By Joan Mason
