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NFPA 99 Health Care Facilities Code

WEBStandard establishing criteria for levels of health care services or systems based on risk to the patients, staff, or visitors in health care facilities to minimize the …

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Managing Indoor Humidity and Ventilation in Cold Weather

WEBHigh indoor humidity can lead to several problems in homes, including both structural issues and health issues for occupants. While ventilation and other practices …

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Kitchen Exhaust Retrofit Duct Guide

WEBKitchen exhaust ventilation, properly ducted to the outside, is an essential component of good indoor air quality (Figure 1). Research has identified kitchens as the primary …

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Smoking Restrictions in Multi-Family Housing Building America

WEBReduce exposure to environmental tobacco smoke (ETS) in multi-family buildings by: Prohibiting smoking in indoor common areas. Locating designated outdoor …

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Building Science Introduction

WEBBuilding Science Introduction. Many aspects of building design, construction, and operation can affect the health and comfort of the people in the building. This introduction focuses …

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DOE Zero Energy Ready Home Building America Solution Center

WEBThe U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Zero Energy Ready Home (ZERH) program is implemented by DOE to recognize homes that achieve exceptional levels of energy …

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Building Science Introduction

WEBBuilding Science Introduction. Many aspects of building design, construction, and operation can affect the health and comfort of the people in the building. This introduction focuses …

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Radon Fan Building America Solution Center

WEBScope. Install a radon fan or a passive radon vent system to prevent the accumulation of radon and soil gases in the home. Install an active radon vent system with fan if. or, the …

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Unvented Combustion Appliances Building America Solution Center

WEBUnvented combustion appliances, such as unvented gas fireplaces, should not be installed in a home. If an unvented combustion appliances is found to be installed in an existing …

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Vertical Radon Ventilation Pipe Building America Solution Center

WEBEnsure that the slab and/or vapor barrier do not cover the vertical opening of the T connector but are sealed around it. Install the vertical pipe. Run the pipe up through the …

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Basement Blanket Insulation Building America Solution Center

WEBThoroughly air seal and insulate rim joist of the overhead floor system. Install rigid insulation against the interior of the basement walls – seal all joints and seal sheets to the slab and …

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Removing Construction Debris from Ducts

WEBAfter cleaning ducts, run the central furnace or air handler with a filter installed. Replace the filter before occupancy. This guide explains how to remove construction …

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Guidelines on Assessment and Remediation of Fungi in Indoor

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Seismic Design Map Tool Building America Solution Center

WEBSEAOC, OSHPD. Publication Date. September, 2020. Web-based tool that uses the USGS web services to retrieve seismic design data and presents it in a report format. Building …

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Fireplaces and Wood Stoves Have Proper Ventilation

WEBWhen conducting renovation work in older homes, identify any fireplaces or wood stoves located in the home and determine whether they are natural draft, mechanically drafted …

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Existing HVAC System Upgrade or Expansion

WEBUpgrade an existing heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system for expansion, efficiency, or comfort with one or more of the following measures. Replace a PSC fan …

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Air Sealing Window and Door Rough Openings

WEBScope. Air seal the rough opening around doors and windows prior to installing trim to minimize air leakage. Fill the rough opening around windows and exterior doors with …

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Certified Low/No Emission Interior Paints and Finishes

WEBTo meet Indoor airPLUS specifications, include product certification requirements for interior paints and finishes in the project specifications and/or bid package. In general, the most …

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No Ducts or Air Handlers Located in Garage

WEBScope. Do not locate HVAC ducts or air handlers in the garage. Design the HVAC system to be located within the conditioned space of the home, either in a utility closet or in an air …

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