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Indoor air quality (IAQ) refers to the quality of the air within and around building and structures, especially as it relates to the health and comfort of the occupants. IAQ can be affected by various gases, particulates, microbial contaminants or any mass or energy stressor that may induce adverse health conditions.
The IAQ BACKGROUNDER11 is a component of the IAQ Tools for Schools6 Kit that provides a general introduction to IAQ issues, as well as IAQ program implementation information.
An IAQ Checklist is a component of the IAQ Tools for Schools Kit6 containing information and suggested easy-to-do activities for school staff to improve or maintain good indoor air quality.
An IAQ coordinator12 is an individual at the school and/or school district level who provides leadership and coordination of IAQ activities.
An IAQ Management PLAN is a component of the IAQ Tools for Schools Kit, specifically, a set of flexible and specific steps for preventing and resolving IAQ problems.
Deutsch: Eis / Español: hielo / Português: gelo / Français: glace / Italiano: ghiaccio
Ice in the environmental context refers to the solid form of water, which plays a crucial role in Earth's climate system and ecosystems. It exists in various forms, including sea ice, glaciers, ice caps, icebergs, and permafrost, each affecting the environment in significant ways.
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