Consequences of breathing poor air are not limited to a wide range of health issues like asthma, and cancer. It further ranges to lowering students’ academic performances and cognitive functioning as per studies.
The possible pollutants can be: –
Sources | Pollutants |
Art Supplies, Carpets, Upholstery, And Soft Furnishings | Dust, allergens, VOCs |
Chalk | Dust |
Makers And Pens | VOCs and Xylene |
Damp Areas Like Locker Rooms, Basements, Or Areas With Water Damage | Mold and mildew (by fungi) |
Cleaning Products, Paint And Varnish | VOCs |
Pressed wood furniture | Formaldehyde |
Notebooks and covers | VOCs and dusts |
Building Material | Asbestos, formaldehyde, or lead |
Laboratory fumes from experiments | Benzene |
Traffic exhaust | polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) |
Human Respiration, Combustion Appliances, Indoor Plants, Occupancy Density, Building Materials & Furnishing | CO2 |
Other factors that can impact indoor air quality:
Prioritizing Indoor Air Quality in Schools
At MeVaChi Solutions, we understand the critical link between good indoor air quality (IAQ) and a thriving learning environment. Clean air is not just a luxury; it is a necessity for student success. That is why we are dedicated to providing customized IAQ solutions for educational institutions of all sizes and locations.
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