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St. Mary\u2019s College of Maryland\u00a0 is committed to providing a work environment that is free of recognized hazards and investigate concerns which may be related to indoor air quality (IAQ).<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><\/div><\/div>

What affects Indoor Air Quality?<\/h3>\t\t\t

Indoor air quality may be affected by deficiencies in the ventilation system, vapors, dust generated in the work environment, materials infiltrating from outside sources (such as pollen or engine exhaust), or mold associated with moisture-affected materials. For concerns regarding mold, please visit the Mold page.<\/span><\/p>\n

Such conditions within and around buildings and structures affects the health and comfort of building occupants. Understanding and controlling sources of discomfort (e.g., uniformity of temperature, unwelcome odors) are important for the health of occupants in our buildings.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>

I have concerns about air quality in my workplace. What can I do?<\/h3>\t\t\t

If you have concerns regarding IAQ in your workplace, contact the Physical Plant at 240-895-4287. Personnel will speak with you to collect information on the issue(s) in the space(s).<\/span><\/p>\n

Additionally, a request for an IAQ survey may be placed. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><\/div><\/div>

What affects Indoor Air Quality?<\/h3><\/i><\/div>

Indoor air quality may be affected by deficiencies in the ventilation system, vapors, dust generated in the work environment, materials infiltrating from outside sources (such as pollen or engine exhaust), or mold associated with moisture-affected materials. For concerns regarding mold, please visit the Mold page.<\/span><\/p>\n

Such conditions within and around buildings and structures affects the health and comfort of building occupants. Understanding and controlling sources of discomfort (e.g., uniformity of temperature, unwelcome odors) are important for the health of occupants in our buildings.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

I have concerns about air quality in my workplace. What can I do?<\/h3><\/i><\/div>

If you have concerns regarding IAQ in your workplace, contact the Physical Plant at 240-895-4287<\/a>. Personnel will speak with you to collect information on the issue(s) in the space(s).<\/span><\/p>\n

Additionally, a request for an IAQ survey may be placed.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

What can I expect during an IAQ survey?<\/h3><\/i><\/div>

Typical IAQ surveys include:<\/span><\/p>\n