Health Starts with Air

We Can Survive

• Weeks without food.
• Days without water.
• But only minutes without air.

Health Starts with Air

• Air quality directly affects our health.
• Important parameters include: PM2.5, TVOC, CO2, CO, Temperature, and Humidity.

The Dangers of PM2.5

• PM2.5 are ultrafine dust particles that can penetrate deep into the lungs, causing respiratory diseases such as bronchitis and lung cancer.
• Long-term exposure to high levels of PM2.5 is dangerous.

The Effects of CO2

• CO2 affects human productivity and decision-making ability.
• High CO2 levels in the home can cause headaches, nausea, and difficulty concentrating.
• CO2 levels in the home should be kept below 600 ppm to ensure health and work performance.

TVOC

• TVOC is the total volatile organic compound, which can be harmful to health, causing headaches, eye irritation, and throat irritation.
• TVOC often comes from building materials and furniture.
• TVOC levels in the home should be monitored and controlled to ensure safety.
• It is important to note that while certain VOCs can negatively affect health, productivity, or both, others are benign. Therefore TVOC is not primarily a health metric but rather a chemical hygiene metric. High TVOC levels in a space indicates that there may be a problem with a specific VOC of concern and that further investigation is required.

The Dangers of CO

• CO is a toxic gas, colorless and odorless, that can be fatal if inhaled in large amounts.
• CO is often caused by the incomplete combustion of fossil fuels.
• Proper ventilation and CO gas leak checks are necessary in the home to avoid danger.

Indoor Air Quality

• Indoor air quality directly affects our health.
• Monitoring and controlling indoor air quality parameters is essential to ensure safety.
• SAO-EE provides air quality monitoring solutions to help you protect your health and the health of your family.