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To identify effective ventilation guidance and practice to mitigate the indoor airborne transmission of infectious diseases in new build non-domestic buildings
Publication Year
2023
Document Status
Current
Abstract
Presents the results of a study looking at effective ventilation guidance and practice, using literature reviews and surveys. Outlines the study context, aims and objectives and conclusions. Also explores: mitigating the spread of airborne contaminants, sick building syndrome, poorly ventilated spaces, natural ventilation, stratification ventilation methods, sunlight and ultra-violet irradiation, CO2 sensors, transmission behaviour of pathogens, aerosol transmission of COVID-19 particles.
Document History
Report prepared by: Lori McElroy and Gráinne McGill, University of Strathclyde. Report commissioned by: Building Standards Division.
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