Health risks of air pollution in Europe – HRAPIE project
This document presents recommendations for concentration–response functions for key pollutants to be included in cost–benefit analysis supporting the
WHO Air quality guidelines for particulate matter ozone
http://whqlibdoc.who.int/hq/2006/WHO_SDE_PHE_OEH_06.02_eng.pdf
Health Aspects of Air Pollution with Particulate Matter Ozone and
The WG adopted a recommendation to use fine particulate matter (PM2.5)
WHO Guidelines for indoor air quality : selected pollutants
The mention of specific companies or of certain manufacturers' products does not imply that they are en- dorsed or recommended by the World Health Organization
Summary of COMEAP recommendations for quantification of health
1. This document presents a collation of COMEAP's recommendations for quantifying the health effects of air pollutants as previously published
Assessment of the Impacts of Air Pollution on Ecosystem Services
the impacts of air pollution on ecosystem services – gap filling and research recommendations. (Defra Project AQ0827) Final Report
Evolution of WHO air quality guidelines: past present and future
grading of recommendations assessment development and evaluation (framework). HRAPIE. Health risks of air pollution in Europe (project).
Report of the Steering Committee on Air Pollution and Health
06 Jan 2014 Providing recommendations for policy and programmatic responses across sectors which can both enable mitigation of exposure and adaptation for ...
Ambient air pollution and health in Accra Ghana
In Greater Accra the 2015 levels of air pollution – in excess of those recommended by the. WHO AQG will be responsible over a period of 10 years for almost
Recommendations for Constructing Roadside Vegetation Barriers to
EPA is studying the role of roadside barriers in reducing air pollution near homes schools and other buildings close to a major roadway. More than 45 million
ASHRAE Position Document on Indoor Air Quality
Jul 1 2020 · has published many informative documents related to indoor air quality such as the Handbook -– Fundamentals (ASHRAE 2017a) (particularly Chapters 9 through 12) and two IAQ guides: “Indoor Air Quality Guide – Best Practices for Design Construction and Commissioning” and “Residential Indoor Air Quality Guide: Best Practices for
Air Quality Index - A Guide to Air Quality and Your Health - AirNow
major air pollutants regulated by the Clean Air Act: ground-level ozone particle pollution carbon monoxide and sulfur dioxide For each of these pollutants EPA has established national air quality standards to protect public health EPA is currently reviewing the national air quality standard for nitrogen dioxide
REVISED AIR QUALITY STANDARDS FOR PARTICLE POLLUTION AND
REVISED AIR QUALITY STANDARDS FOR PARTICLE POLLUTION AND UPDATES TO THE AIR QUALITY INDEX (AQI) On Dec 14 2012 the U S Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) strengthened the nation’s air quality standards for fine particle pollution to improve public health protection by revising the primary annual PM 2 5
Reducing Air Pollution from: The Hospitality Industry
that help reduce air pollution include: Changing Cleaners • When possible use non-toxic products For example instead of products with toxic ingredients to clean and polish furniture use lemon oil • Purchase cleaners with low toxic air pollutant and VOC content • Choose pump-style sprays which emit fewer toxic air pollutants and VOC
How can you protect your health if your air quality is bad?
- Heavy exertion. This means intense outdoor activi-ties that cause you to breathe hard. When air quality is unhealthy, you can protect your health by reducing how much time you spend on this type of activity, or by substituting a less intense activity—for example, go for a walk instead of a jog.
What are the two types of outdoor air quality standards?
- The Clean Air Act requires EPA to set two types of outdoor air quality standards: primary standards, to protect public health, and secondary standards, to protect the public against adverse environmental effects.
What is a good air quality AQI?
- Moderate. The AQI is between 51 and 100. Air quality is acceptable; however, pollution in this range may pose a moderate health concern for a very small number of indi-viduals. People who are unusually sensitive to ozone or particle pollution may experience respiratory symptoms. Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups.
How do I check air quality?
- Download the App to see the air quality for your area on your smartphone or tablet. Access brochures, movies, games, and other air quality educational resources for adults and kids. Visit Air Compare (www.epa.gov/aircompare/), where you can compare the air quality of U.S. cities and find out about air quality trends in your area.
