Managing Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)
To improve the quality of life, create a healthy and comfortable environment and a bright future, the Hong Kong SAR Government began implementing a program to measure indoor air quality as early as 2000, and the Hong Kong Environmental Protection Department established the "Indoor Air Quality Information Centre".
Purpose of air quality management
Provide employees with a safe and healthy working environment, reduce workplace hazards, and minimize accidents and health damage, thereby enhancing the company's competitiveness:
- Protect employee health and improve productivity
- Reduce the chance of accidents
- Reduce medical expenses caused by illnesses caused by air pollution
- Enhance corporate image
Environmental Note:
- Temperature
- Sunlight (Strong/Weak)
- Humidity
- Pollutants
Enhancing the importance of environmental quality
Bacteria , viruses , odors and harmful substances are everywhere and can greatly affect our health and work efficiency.
Importance of improving environmental quality:
- Relieve allergic discomfort: Reduce discomfort such as irritation, nasal discharge, headache, dizziness and fatigue;
- Relieve symptoms of respiratory diseases : asthma, nasal allergies and other discomforts;
- Improve environmental quality : reduce cross-infection, reduce sick leave, and improve work efficiency;
- Increase guest confidence : Provide guests with a comfortable and fresh environment and enhance the company's image.
In addition to the influence of the surrounding environment, the human body's daily activities can produce countless bacteria and viruses, putting us in an environment that is harmful to our health.
In summary, managing indoor air quality has the following benefits:
- Stay away from bacteria and viruses
- Improve work efficiency
- Improve quality of life
- Enjoy a high quality of life