by Admin | Mar 29, 2020 | HVAC, IAQ Case Studies, IAQ Experiences
Sampling for VOCs should only be done after source elimination has been considered as a first step. If this is not possible, or too expensive, sampling could then be considered. The source-pathway-receptor relationship will have characteristics that will influence the...
by Admin | Mar 29, 2020 | HVAC, IAQ Case Studies, IAQ Experiences, IAQ for Building Managers, IAQ Module Excerpts
When it comes to indoor air quality in schools, hospitals, government offices, private businesses and other commercial buildings, the standards are different from those of residential homes. Commercial buildings are generally much larger and may house a great number...
by Admin | Mar 29, 2020 | HVAC, IAQ Case Studies, IAQ Experiences, IAQ for Building Managers
Sampling for VOCs should only be done after source elimination has been considered as a first step. If this is not possible, or too expensive, sampling could then be considered. The source-pathway-receptor relationship will have characteristics that will influence the...
by Admin | Mar 29, 2020 | HVAC, IAQ Case Studies, IAQ Experiences, IAQ for Building Managers, IAQ Module Excerpts
For more information on VOC’s, best practices and how to deal with them, go to our Module: https://iaqresource.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CCIAQB-Module-2-Eng.pdf
by Admin | Mar 29, 2020 | HVAC, IAQ Case Studies, IAQ Experiences, IAQ for Building Managers, IAQ Module Excerpts
Best management practices (BMPs) for indoor air quality are procedures implemented during the planning, construction and operation of buildings to reduce exposure and emission of pollutants. For example, many building operators have established BMPs for maintenance...
by Admin | Mar 29, 2020 | HVAC, IAQ Case Studies, IAQ Experiences, IAQ Module Excerpts
Complaints by occupants about air quality may require building operators and facility managers to respond with an IAQ assessment that includes VOC sampling. The first step is to use interviews and walk-through inspections to determine symptoms, odours, timing, related...
