Indoor Air Quality

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Indoor Air Quality COPDPotential triggers in
your home

• David L. Zeidner, MS, CMR, WRT, LEED AP
• Hygieneering, Inc.
• Director of IAQ Emergency Response Services

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What is Indoor Air Quality?
Indoor Air Quality
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What are potential indoor air quality COPD
triggers?

• Mold and Moisture
• Chemicals and Particulates
• Lifestyle related

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Moisture Problems Mold

• Roof leaks
• Pipe leaks/ condensation
• Sprinkler head release
• Sewer/toilet backups
• High relative humidity

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Common Indoor Air Pollutants (VOCs airborne
particulates)

• Adhesives
• Paints
• Carpeting
• Furniture fabrics
• Treated wood products
• Cleaning products
• Pesticides
• Toner, inks solvents

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Lifestyle

• Pet dander
• Housekeeping techniques
• Dust generating activities
• High humidity-dust mites mold
• Fragrances/Candles/Incense
• Fireplaces

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Helpful Resources

• US Environmental Protection Agency
• https//www.epa.gov/mold
• https//www.epa.gov/saferchoice
• NSF International
• http//www.nsf.org/consumer-resources/green-living
  /green-cleaning-tips
• American Cleaning Institute
• http//www.cleaninginstitute.org/clean_living/clea
  ning_practices.aspx
• National Air Duct Cleaners Association
• https//nadca.com/
• Indoor Air Quality Association
• http//www.iaqa.org/consumer-resources