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Information Paper 3/94 Importance of indoor surface pollution in sick building syndrome
Publication Year
1994
Document Status
Archived
Abstract
There is growing evidence that indoor surface pollution (ISP) is one of the causes of sick building syndrome. ISP includes contaminants such as dust, fibres and micro-organisms, which are deposited on building surfaces and in office furnishings. This paper addresses the relative importance for sick building syndrome of ISP and airborne pollution, and recommends ways to reduce ISP in offices.
Document History
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Author
Raw, G. J.
Publisher Information
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