Be Responsive to Occupant Needs
Picture Series 7:
Be Responsive to Occupant Needs
- Notice Signs of Occupant Distress
- Poor IAQ May Not Be The Whole Story
- Be Responsive to Occupant Complaints
Notice Signs of Occupant Distress

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(Hot Spot over space heater to the left of the person seated.)
- Remember...“Fans, heaters, air cleaners, purposely blocked vents or removed ceiling tiles are signs of occupant distress.”
- Sometimes occupants take matters into their own hands. In the picture, this lady’s office is cold and she has brought in a space heater. If too warm, occupants may bring in their own fans, or if the air is stuffy, or they are concerned about the air quality, you may find air cleaners in the space. Some occupants may tape over supply registers to prevent drafts, or remove ceiling tiles to induce more air flow.
- All of these are signals that something is wrong and needs to be addressed.
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