02993nam 2200625Ia 450 991095785610332120251017110100.01-282-50173-9978661250173992-890-4189-7(CKB)2550000000007078(SSID)ssj0000367555(PQKBManifestationID)11252353(PQKBTitleCode)TC0000367555(PQKBWorkID)10311932(PQKB)10134423(MiAaPQ)EBC483469(Au-PeEL)EBL483469(CaPaEBR)ebr10367463(CaONFJC)MIL250173(OCoLC)609855936(DNLM)1519529(EXLCZ)99255000000000707820100226d2009 uy 0engurcn|||||||||txtccrWHO guidelines for indoor air quality dampness and mould1st ed.Copenhagen WHOc2009xvi, 228 p. ill. (some col.)Bibliographic Level Mode of Issuance: Monograph92-890-4168-4 Includes bibliographical references (p. 97-131).Cover -- Copyright -- Abstract -- Contents -- Contributors -- Acknowledgements -- Foreword -- Executive summary -- 1. Introduction -- 2. Building dampness and its effect on indoor exposure to biological and non-biological pollutants -- 3. Moisture control and ventilation -- 4. Health effects associated with dampness and mould -- 5. Evaluation of human health risks and guidelines -- 6. References -- Annex 1. -- Annex 2.When sufficient moisture is available hundreds of species of bacteria and fungi - particularly mould - pollute indoor air. The most important effects of exposure to these pollutants are the increased prevalence of respiratory symptoms allergies and asthma as well as disturbance of the immune system. Preventing (or minimizing) persistent dampness and microbial growth on interior surfaces and building structures is the most important means of avoiding harmful effects on health. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the scientific evidence on the health problems associated with this ubiquitous pollution and provides WHO guidelines to protect public health. It also describes the conditions that determine the presence of mould and provides measures to control its growth indoors.Dampness and mouldGuidelines for indoor air qualityDampness in buildingsIndoor air pollutionMolds (Fungi)ControlDampness in buildings.Indoor air pollution.Molds (Fungi)Control.693.892World Health Organization.MiAaPQMiAaPQMiAaPQBOOK9910957856103321WHO guidelines for indoor air quality4446953UNINA