室内空气质量

室内空气质量 (IAQ) Complaint 

This form should be used if your complaint is related to indoor air quality. Indoor air quality problems include concerns with temperature control, 通风, 空气污染物. 的 form is used to document your observations to help resolve the problem as quickly as possible.

室外空气质量 

的 EPA AirNow online tool is recommended for current outdoor air quality and alerts such as an outdoor activity guidance which assists in protecting yourself and especially those more sensitive to air pollution. 

的 intent of the mold management policy is to maintain a safe working, 学习, and living environment by identifying and correcting conditions that permit mold growth. This includes procedures for identification, 通知, 评估, and cleaning of mold contamination.

Background:

Mold is found throughout our environment both indoors and outdoors.  的re are numerous species of mold, and they all need moisture to grow. Since mold will continue to grow if undetected or uncorrected, it is important report concerns and control moisture such as 泄漏s or other water infiltration as soon as possible. 的 source of moisture can be caused by a unique flood, 泄漏, 整个建筑围护结构问题, or equipment issue (such as improper use of air conditioning units). 的se issues may be fixed by cleaning and repair, larger facilities projects, or occupant education.

的 U.S. 环境保护 Agency (EPA) reports that there is “no practical way to eliminate all mold and mold spores in the indoor environment; the way to control indoor mold growth is to control moisture.”

Response to Reported Mold Concerns:

EHS经理, a knowledgeable facilities staff member, or a third-party contractor will assess the mold condition (visually inspect, 面试人, and conceivably acquire indoor air quality measurements). Any uncovered water intrusions will be fixed via facilities services or a third-party contractor. Mechanical system evaluations inspections are also conducted as needed, and corrective actions are taken as indicated. 如果需要, appropriate cleaning will be completed by housekeeping staff, EHS, or a third-party contractor depending on the extent. 与…一致 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), routine sampling for molds will not be taken. 而不是, our focus of mold management is on addressing the issue, eliminating sources of moisture and cleaning.

一般预防策略:

• Report moisture and water infiltration to facilities services via submitting a 服务请求.
  • 修复泄漏, 水分积聚, 冷凝, 减少湿度, and clean and dry damp and wet building materials.
• 设施 Services performs set preventative maintenance to ensure systems are operating properly.
• Students, 教师, and Staff should report mold issues (visual or odors) to EHS
• Do not open windows while heating/cooling units are operating.
• Do not block heating/cooling units.
• Do not leave wet or damp clothes, towels, or shoes in closets or drawers or under beds.
• Empty trash and clean-up spills and food.

过敏:

Molds produce spores that can become airborne and can create allergic reactions to those individuals sensitive to molds. Everyone reacts differently to mold exposure ranging from moderate to no response. For students, these reactions should be reported to the 健康中心 (610-526-7360). For employees, reactions should be reported to your supervisor and a Report of Work-Related Injury or Illness 提交人力资源部. Severe reactions are generally seen in workers who are exposed to large amounts of mold not conditions typically found our indoor environments.

更多的信息:

Basic Facts about Mold and Dampness ——疾病预防控制中心

建筑物内的潮湿和霉菌 ——疾病预防控制中心

Ten Things You Should Know about Mold ——环境保护署

Mold Remediation in Schools and Commercial Buildings ——环境保护署

Dampness and Mold 评估 Tool: Schools ——NIOSH

Dampness and Mold 评估 Tool: General Buildings ——NIOSH