Indoor Air Quality

EPA Tools for Schools program
IAQ Tools for Schools is a nationwide initiative to help school officials improve student health and productivity through addressing, resolving, and preventing IAQ problems.

Advocacy Checklist
A fact sheet and checklist regarding indoor air quality in schools

Indoor Air Quality Fact Sheet
Connecticut Department of Public Health Fact Sheet

Helpful websites:
Connecticut School Indoor Environment Resource Team (CSIERT)
Connecticut State Department of Public Health home page
Connecticut State Department of Public Health environmental health section
Environment and Human Health Inc.
IAQ Design Tools for Schools at epa.gov
NEA Health Information Network
Tools for Schools map

Tips from Washington Education Association:
Do you believe that your worksite is causing illness? If so, click below to find more information about the topics that interest you:

What can you do to improve building air and environmental quality?
What can the local association do to improve IEQ?
What to do if you identify mold, leaks or dampness at your worksite?
Is an abnormal amount of dust the problem?
Think you have a mold problem? Read these do's and don'ts.
Odors caused by paint or new carpet? Commonly called VOCs or volatile organic compounds can cause health problems if subjected to the odor for a long period of time.
Glossary of terms related to building environment.
Links to informative Web sites.
The 10 best practices for students, staff and custodians that will create a healthier indoor environment at your school.

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