Tag: AS 3666

Environmental IAQ Testing Under the Microscope

Understanding Environmental Testing for Microbial ContaminationEnvironmental testing for microbial contamination involves a range of sampling methods designed to assess potential contaminants in indoor spaces. Depending on the situation, testing may involve air, surface, or water samples to provide a comprehensive understanding of the indoor environment’s microbial health. Each method is carefully selected and executed to […]

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Animals vs. HVAC ~ Startling Discoveries and Health Risks

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 […]

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HVAC: The Importance of Post Renovation and Preoccupancy Cleaning

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 […]

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