Indoor Environmental Quality Flashcards
1
Q
What are the different types of air contaminant sources?
A
- Tobacco smoke
- Building materials that emit VOC Volatile Organic Compounds
- Combustion process in HVAC and vehicles
- Mold
- Cleaning products
- Radon or methane
- Pollutants from process in laboratories, hospitals, factories
- Pollutants tracked in on occupants shoes
- Occupants and their activities
2
Q
What is MERV?
A
Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value
Capture particulates, the higher the better
3
Q
6 strategies for designing good IAQ:
A
- Prohibit smoking inside the building, near entrances, windows, air intakes
- Properly size ventilation system
- Protect the air coming into the building
- Test for radon
- Design entryway system
- Specify low emitting materials
4
Q
3 strategies for improving IAQ during construction
A
- Keep the building clean
- Protect absorptive materials from moisture exposure
- Conduct a flush out
5
Q
9 Strategies to improve IAQ during operations and maintenance:
A
- Ensure adequate ventilation ASHRAE 62
- Monitor airflow
- Monitor CO2
- Calibrate sensors
- Prohibit smoking
- Employ a green cleaning program
- Maintain entryway system
- Use integrated pest management
6
Q
What are the standards for green cleaning products?
A
Green Seal
California Code of Regulations and certificate
Carpet and Rug Institute CRI
7
Q
What are the 3 strategies to address Thermal Comfort?
A
- Install operable windows
- Give occupants temperature and ventilation control
- Conduct occupant surveys
8
Q
3 strategies to improve Lighting:
A
- Use daylighting
- Give occupants lighting control
- Conduct occupant surveys
9
Q
2 strategies for improving Acoustics
A
- Consider acoustical impacts
2. Conduct occupant surveys
10
Q
What are the 4 components for EQ?
A
- Indoor air quality
- Lighting
- Acoustics
- Occupant experience
