Fine Particulate Matter (also known as PM2.5) are particles in the air that measure less than 2.5 micrometers (μm) in diameter, and typically consists of a mix of things like...
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Indoor air quality (IAQ) is a recognized health and safety issue. Indoor air quality issues may occur in buildings when chemical and biological contaminants exist at levels that...
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Indoor air quality professionals may include industrial or occupational hygienists, public health or medical professionals, environmental consultants, or other professionals...
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Building operators or employers may need to hire the services of a qualified professional or organization that has the necessary skills, training and equipment to further...
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The IAQ resolution process will often involve responding to a reported air quality issue. Occupants may report concerns through the supervisor or manager, the health and safety...
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Everyone has a role to play in maintaining good IAQ in the workplace, from the employer and building operators, to the health and safety committee and the employees.
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Stewardship refers to overseeing and being responsible for the care and maintenance of property. Building operators and the employer are often able to directly and positively...
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Poor indoor air quality can affect your health. The most effective way to improve your indoor air is to identify activities that can contribute to poor indoor air quality and...
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Building operators and those responsible for IAQ should be knowledgeable about the ventilation system design and operation, which includes the outdoor air supply, outdoor air...
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Indoor air quality refers to the quality of the air in an indoor environment, such as inside a building, particularly as it relates to the health and comfort of occupants....
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The purpose of this guidance is to summarize ways to remediate, maintain and improve indoor air quality in office buildings. This guidance provides practical recommendations to...
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Conclusion: In this report, the short-term benzene releases occurring due to tanker truck unloading of gasoline into storage tanks at gasoline stations and long-term releases of...
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Uncertainties in evaluating the risk to human health: Recent Canadian benzene concentrations based on monitoring data at or near gasoline station operations were not available....
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There are a number of mitigating measures for vapour releases at gasoline stations based on the Environmental Code of Practice issued by the Canadian Council of Ministers of the...
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Health Canada simulated diets that followed recommendations in Canada’s Dietary Guidelines and helped meet nutrient needs of people living in Canada at different life stages....
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