IAQ: Where Technology and Regulation Converge

Abstract:

The COVID-19 pandemic shined a spotlight on the topic of indoor air quality (IAQ) in institutional settings such as airports, hospitals, and schools. Recognizing the link between indoor air quality and the transmission of infectious diseases such as COVID-19, the Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security created the Model State Indoor Air Quality Act (MSIAQA), a model law for consideration by state legislatures to support improvements in indoor air quality.

Since its original publication in 1981, ASHRAE 62.1-2022 – the ANSI-approved standard for ventilation for indoor air quality – has been updated numerous times to adapt to the current needs, and describes the minimum requirements to achieve acceptable IAQ via dwelling-unit ventilation, local mechanical exhaust, and source control.

In this webinar, we will discuss indoor air quality measures, the most recent updates to ASHRAE 62.1-2022, possible regulatory changes due to state-level adoption of the Johns Hopkins Model State Indoor Air Quality Act (MSIAQA), and how ASHRAE 62.1-2022 and the Johns Hopkins MSIAQA complement each other in the post-pandemic environment.

Learning Objectives:

1. Understand and apply the critical concepts of Section 5 in ASHRAE 62.1-2022, showcasing proficiency in establishing and maintaining indoor air quality standards through effective ventilation and IAQ management.
2. Learn to execute practical strategies addressing challenges related to particulate matter and dew point, demonstrating the ability to identify, assess, and implement solutions for optimal indoor air quality.
3. Learn to define and comprehend acceptable indoor air quality according to ASHRAE standards, enabling the skillful assessment and enhancement of indoor environments.
4.Integrate knowledge of the Model State Indoor Air Quality Act (MSIAQA) from Johns Hopkins with the principles of ASHRAE 62.1-2022, demonstrating the capability to navigate and implement relevant regulations for improved indoor air quality in various settings.

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