In the realm of indoor environmental quality, two prominent organisations stand out for their dedication to ensuring clean and safe indoor spaces: the National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA) and the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC). While both organisations share a common goal of enhancing indoor air quality, they do so with […]
Protect Your Facility and Occupants with Clean-Air’s Proactive Approach.The relentless rain and high humidity of the monsoon season has created the perfect breeding ground for mould outbreaks in buildings. This isn’t just an aesthetic issue – mould can have a serious impact on the health of your occupants, triggering respiratory problems, allergies, and even asthma.TOP RIGHT […]
Overview: Dew Point affects indoor air quality and allergen production. High humidity levels can create a conducive environment for allergens like mould, dust mites, and bacteria to thrive, worsening indoor air quality and potentially triggering allergic reactions. Conversely, maintaining optimal indoor humidity levels can help mitigate allergen proliferation and improve overall air quality.Dew Point is […]
It’s our duty and responsibility to give every Australian the care they need in their later years. As we saw half of Coronavirus-related deaths in Queensland within Aged Care ¹ we must ensure we are taking all possible measures to protect older Australians on a daily basis. Here’s our top strategies to provide safe indoor […]
HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) systems are a significant part of modern buildings, providing temperature control and air circulation for human comfort. These systems can sometimes create unexpected situations, especially when animals inhabit these spaces.One interesting example is the case of bats. When bats encounter buildings with HVAC systems, their echolocation abilities can be […]
ASHRAE has approved for publication its airborne infection risk mitigation standard, described as a major step forward in reducing the risk of infectious disease spread in buildings.ASHRAE Standard 241, Control of Infectious Aerosols establishes minimum requirements to reduce the risk of disease transmission by exposure to infectious aerosols in new buildings, existing buildings, and major […]
As the importance of Indoor Air Quality gains recognition, Facilities Managers should consider prioritising IAQ services in their future financial budgets. The Australian Federal Budget provisions for IAQ assessments and energy efficiency grants which presents opportunities for Facilities Managers to enhance IAQ while aligning with national initiatives. The Importance of Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) […]
Indoor Air Quality management within Commercial Buildings requires a combination of science and technology to provide safe, breathable air, and meet IAQ standards.
Whenever a Commercial Building, Healthcare Facility or Critical Indoor Area undergoes refurbishment a specific plan needs to be in place for the preparation, inspection and cleaning of the HVAC system before commissioning. An HVAC system can become a source of serious health risk if not managed inline with current Indoor Air Quality guidelines and is […]
What are the legal implications and corporate responsibility in respect to to HVAC Hygiene Standards?The Queensland Work Health and Safety Act 2011 defines the duties to ensure the health and safety of workers. This includes the management of risks, the provision and maintenance of safe plant and structures. It sets out that a person conducting a […]