As temperatures drop and buildings are sealed tightly to conserve heat, indoor air quality can deteriorate, exposing occupants to a range of health and comfort issues. Clark Seif Clark, Inc., a leading provider of environmental and industrial hygiene services, is raising awareness about the importance of monitoring indoor air during the winter months.
“Seasons with temperature extremes are critical times for indoor environmental quality,” said Derrick A. Denis, Senior Vice President for Clark Seif Clark. “When Old Man Winter arrives, people tend to seal doors and windows and modify air circulation to reduce infiltration of the outdoor chill and moderate utility costs. But the side effect is often decreased ventilation, which can accumulate pollutants at concentrations of concern. These may include carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, mold spores, odors, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), radon, particulate matter, and so much more. These contaminants can cause mild issues like headaches, fatigue, and respiratory irritation or can result in serious issues like long-term health effects and even death.”
CSC's team of environmental and industrial hygiene professionals offers testing, monitoring, training, and consulting services designed to identify and mitigate these hidden risks. Their comprehensive approach helps building owners, property managers, and employers maintain safe, healthy environments for occupants while meeting regulatory and industry standards.
Key factors that can impact indoor air quality during the winter include:
- Reduced ventilation: Sealed buildings trap air and pollutants inside.
- Increased use of combustion appliances: Furnaces, fireplaces, and generators can produce carbon monoxide.
- Moisture buildup: Humidity and condensation in sealed environments can foster mold growth.
- Off-gassing from materials: VOCs from paints, furniture, and cleaning products accumulate more easily indoors.
CSC encourages property owners and facility managers to conduct seasonal indoor air quality assessments, and to implement proper ventilation, filtration, and maintenance practices, and to follow manufacturer's instructions on seasonal devices like space heaters to minimize risks.
For more information about indoor air quality services, please visit www.csceng.com, email csc@csceng.com, or call 800-807-1118.
About Clark Seif Clark, Inc. (CSC)
Since 1996, CSC has helped clients in both the public and private sectors address indoor air quality, occupational health, and environmental, health, and safety (EH&S) issues. CSC is a leading provider of these services with multiple offices along the western seaboard and southwest. The company believes in science-based protocols and has a strong background in engineering, making them the preferred environmental consultants to industrial clients, healthcare facilities, architects, schools, builders, contractors, developers, and real estate professionals.
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