INDOOR AIR QUALITY
If you are concerned about indoor pollutants, you may consider an EVENAIR Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Assessment.
EVENAIR investigations are science-based and data driven, following widely accepted and ratified guidelines. Our technicians are qualified and experienced, capable of performing complex building assessments.
Employers can institute a regular IAQ testing regimen to protect the health of their staff by lowering their exposure to airborne risks.
WHAT ARE INDOOR AIR QUALITY SERVICES?
EVENAIR IAQ services target issues of air quality within and around buildings and structures, especially as it relates to the health and comfort of building occupants. Indoor air pollution primarily results from contamination of the environment by chemical, physical or biological agents.
Is The Air You Breathe Safe?
IAQ investigations respond to various concerns using airflow measurements, and testing for airborne contaminants such as carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, volatile organic compounds, suspended particulates, and microorganisms such as fungi and bacteria.
The list of potential sources of pollution is lengthy as it includes a variety of building materials and furnishings such as new flooring, upholstery, cabinetry and carpets. Deterioration of building materials, such as paint and insulation, also present air quality hazards. Household cleaning products can produce noxious fumes.
Poor ventilation can result in an accumulation of indoor pollutants. Defective heating and cooling systems may exacerbate air quality issues.
OUR SERVICES
The primary goal of EVENAIR IAQ services is minimisation of the spread of air contaminants such as micro-organisms, dust particles, gases and toxins, control of odours, provision of fresh outdoor air using a building’s ventilation system, and the effective disposal of contaminated air.
At EVENAIR we pride ourselves on offering high-quality services that provide long term results.
We listen carefully to our clients concerns, discuss options and reach agreement on the terms and conditions of service. Our technicians implement the services as agreed and provide you with a comprehensive report. At every step along the way EVENAIR supports you ensuring our process and results are understood.
HEALTH EFFECTS
Most work in modern cities is performed indoors, and awareness of the effects of poor IAQ is growing. Indoor air pollution can have both immediate and long-term effects. Immediate effects can include dizziness, irritation to eyes, nose and throat, and fatigue. Age, pre-existing medical conditions, and individual sensitivities can cause exacerbate individual reactions to biological or chemical pollutants. Long term effects such as respiratory complications, heart disease and cancer may emerge only years after exposure.
AIRBORNE TOXINS AND LIABILITY
Owners of Australian buildings and businesses have a legal obligation to provide tenants and employees with safe spaces. Airborne toxins pose an unacceptable risk for an employer to carry. Analysis of IAQ data can identify present and future health risks and provide practical solutions for mitigation. The data gathered can provide a reliable foundation for an effective long term plan for improvement of IAQ.
SAFE AIR STRATEGIES
IAQ corrective services can remove common pollutants from indoor air, therefore reducing environmental health risks. These strategies include:
- Eliminating possible sources of pollutants
- Segregation - separating the source of the risk from the personnel likely to be affected
- Substitution or modification of the materials, substances, or the redesign of structures
- Providing local air exhaust near sources of the pollutants
- Providing air cleaning to remove air pollutants such as particle or gaseous air contaminants
- Education of occupants of a space toward behaviour that will reduce exposure to pollutants
- Ensuring proper functioning of the building systems and operations