Which type of samples can be taken to assess mold presence on surfaces?

The correct choice identifies the various sampling methods that are specifically used to assess mold presence on surfaces. Bulk samples involve taking a piece of the material where mold is suspected, allowing for direct analysis of the mold species present. Swab samples involve using a sterile swab to collect surface debris that may contain mold spores, which can then be examined under a microscope or cultured to identify mold. Tape lift samples utilize clear adhesive tape to pick up mold particles from surfaces, providing another effective means to capture mold for analysis.

This approach is highly relevant in mold assessment as it allows assessors to gather physical samples from areas of concern, ensuring that the analysis can definitively determine the presence and types of mold present on surfaces. Other types of sampling, while useful for environmental assessments or general contamination, do not specifically focus on surface mold evaluation.