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Good
indoor air quality (IAQ) enhances occupant health,
comfort and workplace productivity. For the purposes
of the Rutgers University Indoor Air Quality Program,
the definition of good indoor air quality includes:
- Introduction
and distribution of adequate ventilation air.
- Control
of airborne contaminants.
- Maintenance
of acceptable temperature and relative humidity.
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Although
temperature and relative humidity are considered
"thermal comfort" parameters instead
of "air quality" parameters, they underlie
many complaints about "poor air quality."
Temperature and humidity are also among the many
factors that affect indoor contaminant levels.
Complaints
related to temperature and humidity should be
reported directly to the Facilities Zone Manager
that services the building in question.
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It is important to remember that while occupant
complaints may be related to time at work, they
may not necessarily be due to the quality of the
air. Other factors such as noise, lighting, work
station design, job related stresses, individually
or in combination, may contribute to the complaints.
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REHS
offers the following services related to IAQ:
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- Initial
response and investigation of air quality complaints.
- Advice
on "low odor products" for new construction
and renovation projects.
- Joint
remediation of air quality concerns with Facilities
Maintenance Services.
- Follow-up
communication with building occupants.
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References
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Rutgers University Indoor Air Quality Program [pdf] |
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PEOSH Indoor Air Quality Standard Website |
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PEOSHA Indoor Air Quality Standard (N.J.A.C. 12:100-13) [pdf] |
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Building Air Quality - A Guide for Building Owners and Facility Managers from the US EPA |
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Contacts
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Overall
Program Management - Mark McLane, or call (732) 445 - 2550 |
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Health
Safety Specialists (By Campus Assignment), or
call (732) 445 - 2550 |
