EGLINAFBI48-108 — Indoor Air Quaility (iaq)

EGLINAFBI48-108 governs indoor air quality surveys and procedures for evaluating, managing, and eliminating factors that cause poor building conditions.

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  • Publication number: EGLINAFBI48-108
  • Title: INDOOR AIR QUAILITY (IAQ)
  • Date: 2017-05-04

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It addresses indoor air quality, water damage, mold growth, ventilation, HVAC systems, building-related health complaints, and facility evaluations. It requires coordination among medical, civil engineering, bioenvironmental engineering, facility management, and other appropriate personnel.

Applies to: This instruction applies to military and federal civilian employees assigned to Eglin Air Force Base (EAFB) and associate units on the reservation (except Hurlburt Field) including Air Force Reserve, Air National Guard, and Civil Air Patrol.

Topics covered

  • Indoor air quality surveys
  • Water damage
  • Mold growth
  • HVAC inspections
  • Building-related health complaints
  • Facility evaluations
  • Health risk assessments
  • Indoor air quality parameters

Questions and answers

How can mold growth in a facility be decreased?

Effectively decreasing mold growth in a facility is accomplished by controlling moisture, implementing adequate and frequent housekeeping practices, and active participation of facility managers and residents by inspecting and responding promptly to initial signs of mold. (paragraph 1)

When does the Civil Engineer Squadron conduct facility evaluations?

Conduct facility evaluations upon the facility manager’s request in dormitories, lodging, industrial, and administrative buildings. (paragraph 2)

What happens after the initial telephone interview for an indoor air quality problem?

After a telephone interview, it will be determined if an investigation of the building is necessary. The inspection will start with the administration of a health effects questionnaire. (paragraph 1)

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