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Building Kailtech (NABL accredited Multidisciplinary Testing & Calibration Laboratory), BE-GEC(UIT-RGPV)Bhopal, MBA(BVIMR)Delhi, Member-Rotary International, FICCI-FLO, MPSSIO, CAHO, IMA.

Effects of Indoor air quality on performance and productivity Indoor air quality (IAQ) significantly affects performance and productivity in various environments, such as offices, schools, and homes. Poor IAQ can lead to a range of negative outcomes, while good IAQ can enhance well-being and efficiency. In my opinion, some key effects of IAQ on performance and productivity are: Health Effects--Respiratory Issues and Sick Building Syndrome Cognitive Performance--Effect on decision-making, problem-solving, and concentration. Productivity--Work Efficiency and Reduced Absenteeism. Comfort and Well-being--Thermal Comfort and Psychological Comfort. Economic Impact Cost Savings: Reduced healthcare costs and improved worker productivity. Return on Investment: Increased productivity and reduced employee turnover. Some Studies and Findings Harvard Study (2015): Researchers found that cognitive scores were significantly higher in environments with better air quality and ventilation compared to typical office environments. European Heart Journal (2018): Long-term exposure to air pollution was linked to reduced cognitive function in older adults, suggesting that sustained exposure to poor IAQ has lasting impacts on brain health. Practical Measures to Improve IAQ Ventilation: Increasing the rate of fresh air exchange in buildings can dilute indoor pollutants Air Filtration: Using high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters to remove fine particulate matter from indoor air. Source Control: Reducing the use of products that emit VOCs and ensuring proper maintenance of HVAC systems Regular Monitoring: Implementing regular IAQ monitoring can help identify and address air quality issues promptly. Improving indoor air quality is thus essential for enhancing health, cognitive function, and overall productivity in various indoor environments. #kailtech #kailtechlab #indoorair #airquality #hvac #hepafilter #healthissues #badair #iaq #airfilter #asthma #bronchitis #employeeproductivity #employeeperformace #cognitiveperformace #employeehealth #airmonitor #goodventilation #officebuilding #homeair #schoolair #childrenhealth #familyhealth #kailtech #kailtechlab #airpollution #respiratorydisease #airmonitoring

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