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Thomas Peter

Thomas Peter, CEO

CEO, Insurance Restoration Specialists, Inc.
Certified Industrial Hygienist

Thomas Peter oversees the operations of all four IRS divisions including Environmental Services, Infection Control Technologies, Restoration, and HVAC Air Systems. He holds degrees in Chemical Technology, Environmental Sciences, and Occupational Health Science and is a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH). He holds certifications and has undergone specialized training in many areas, including Water Damage Restoration, Mold Remediation, Indoor Air Quality, and Building Science. Peter has published many articles on occupational health and indoor air quality. He often presented to industry groups, and contributes his expertise to Restoration Industry Association’s (RIA) Environmental and Government Affairs committees.

Joining IRS in 2000, Peter has an extensive background in occupational, health and safety, public health issues, indoor air quality and environmental compliance. He has exemplary knowledge in recognition/investigation, evaluation/testing and control/mitigation of occupational and environmental hazards.
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MS, Environmental and Occupational Health Science, New York Medical College (1997)

BA, Environmental Science, Purchase College (1995)

AS, Chemical Technology, Westchester College (1992)

American Industrial Hygiene Association (National and Local Member)

IICRC Water Damage Restoration Technician

American Indoor Air Quality Council – Certified Microbial Remediation Supervisor (CMRS)

NADCA Certified – Air Systems Cleaning Specialist (ASCS)

NADCA Certified - Ventilation System Inspector (CVI)

OSHA 40 Hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Safety

OSHA Confined Space Entry Training

OSHA + Red Cross Bloodborne Pathogen Training

OSHA 10 Hour Construction Safety and Health Certification

OSHA Right-to-Know Hazard Awareness Certification

NFPA Emergency Hazard First Responder Operations Certification

Lead/Asbestos Inspection and Abatement Management

Risk Communication Seminar for Health Professionals