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Introduction

The term indoor air quality (IAQ) is generally used to refer to the quality of the air in office environments. Complaints about IAQ have increased with energy conservation measures that limit the influx of outside air, and with the widespread use of synthetic materials and office equipment that give off noxious fumes. IAQ problems can cause symptoms such as headaches, nausea, fatigue, itching or burning eyes, and skin or throat irritation.

Several resources are provided below. For a more comprehensive list go to Resources.


Indoor Air Quality: A Guide for Building Owners, Managers, and Occupants

This new guide helps owners, managers, operators, building occupants, labour unions, engineers, environmental consultants, and suppliers maintain good indoor air quality, prevent indoor air quality problems, and correct problems that may arise. It also provides information on indoor air quality requirements in the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation.
Source: WorkSafeBC WorkSafeBC
* PDF (2 MB)

Office Air: A Worker's Guide to Air Quality in Offices, Schools and Hospitals

"If you are an office building occupant or one of the personnel responsible for the administration and management of building maintenance, you should find this booklet useful. The guidance provided is also applicable to similar-use areas in both schools and hospitals."
Source: Health Canada
* PDF (3 MB)



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