OSHA | PPE - General |
Permissible Exposure Limits | Respiratory Protection |
There is growing evidence that, in some instances, air inside buildings and homes is more polluted than the outdoor air in some larger, industrialized cities. This should be a significant concern considering that research has shown that people spend an overwhelming majority of their time indoors and exposed to indoor air pollution that may pose health risks.
A growing emphasis on energy efficiency has resulted in buildings that sealed much tighter to limit the infiltration of outdoor air. This, along with deferring maintenance to save money and the increasing number of consumer products that contain harmful chemicals, has led to deteriorating indoor air quality and more frequent complaints from building occupants.
POLLUTANTS AND HEALTH EFFECTSThe response of the occupants to the indoor air pollutants and other factors, such as climate, noise, light, etc., can be classified into one of the following categories:
Ventilation Resources
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White Papers | Ventilation, filtration for COVID-19 control |