Air quality control systems: heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC)
Bellucci Sessa, R.; Riccio, G.
Giornale Italiano di Medicina del Lavoro Ed Ergonomia 26(4): 375-381
2004
ISSN/ISBN: 1592-7830 PMID: 15584448 Document Number: 584122
After a brief illustration of the principal layout schemes of Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC), the first part of this paper summarizes the standards, both voluntary and compulsory, regulating HVAC facilities design and installation with regard to the question of Indoor Air Quality (IAQ). The paper then examines the problem of ventilation systems maintenance and the essential hygienistic requirements in whose absence HVAC facilities may become a risk factor for people working or living in the building. Lastly, the paper deals with HVAC design strategies and methods, which aim not only to satisfy comfort and air quality requirements, but also to ensure easy and effective maintenance procedures.