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Does carpet cause indoor air quality (IAQ) problems in schools?
Carpet use in schools provides a decrease in noise, falls, and injuries. IAQ problems can be encountered with carpet and many other materials if the school has any type of water intrusion or moisture problem, such as a leaky roof. If carpeting remains damp, it can become a primary source…
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What information/guidance do you have on managing flu at school?
On This Page: What cleaning protocol and cleaning products should be used by schools to guard against flu? How is the H1N1 flu virus spread? What surfaces are most likely to be sources of contamination? How long can flu virus survive on objects (such as books and doorknobs)? What cleaning…
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Sante ak anviwònman Enfòmasyon an kreyòl ayisyen
Environmental information translated into Haitian Creole.
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Exploring Estuaries: Meet the Artist
Information about the John D. Dawson, illustrator of the poster: Estuaries: Scenes of Transition.
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Draft of the Martin Peña Initative Plan
This action plan is being developed so that EPA Region 2 can implement a strategy that focuses its programs and regulatory authorities in activities that comprehensively address the environmental issues affecting the Martin Pena communities.
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Prevalence of Bronchial Asthma and Dermatitis in Pediatric Populations in Communities Adjacent to the Martin Peña
Presentation on the Prevalence of Bronchial Asthma and Dermatitis in Pediatric Populations in Communities Adjacent to the Martin Peña
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A Citizen's Report on Strengthening Our Heritage in the Middle Rio Grande
The summary and final document of the Middle Rio Grand citizen report on the Middle Rio Grande Conservation Initiative
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美國國家環境保護局 - 中文 (繁體版)
Environmental information in traditional Chinese includes air quality, drinking water and fish consumption, pesticides and toxic substances, disaster preparedness, diabetes, environmental justice, carbon monoxide, and pest control.
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New Mexico Fish Consumption Advisories
Fish consumption advisories
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Prevalence of Gastrointestinal Symptoms Among Residents of the Caño Martin Peña Communities in San Juan, Puerto Rico
This document describes the symtoms associted with residents among the caño martin peña communities in San Juan Puerto Rico
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Polychlorinated Biphenyls in Stormwater and Sediments in the Middle Rio Grande
A presentation on Polychlorinated biphyenyles (PCBs) found in the Middle Rio Grand.
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September 2021 MOVES Model Review Work Group Meeting Materials
September 2021 MOVES Model Review Work Group Meeting Materials.
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The Road to Cleaner Cars… (Text Only)
A text version of the infographic, The Road to Cleaner Cars.
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Do indoor air quality (IAQ) problems affect certain types of schools?
All types of schools -- whether new or old, big or small, elementary or high school -- can experience indoor air quality problems. Schools across the country have an array of indoor air problems. Biological problems, such as mold and mildew, are particularly pronounced in the Southeast where humidity levels…
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What factors in schools contribute to poor indoor air quality (IAQ)?
Several factors in schools can contribute to poor IAQ. Some of the most common problem include: Radon Classroom pets Excess moisture and mold Dry-erase markers and similar pens Dust and chalk Cleaning materials Personal care products Odors and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from paint, caulk, and adhesives Insects and other…
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Why manage indoor air quality (IAQ) in schools?
When IAQ problems exist, students, teachers, or staff may display certain health symptoms, or building occupants may complain about comfort issues related to temperature, humidity, or ventilation. School building occupants exposed to poor IAQ may experience a range of symptoms, and some students, teachers, and staff may be particularly susceptible…
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What about air quality in portable classrooms?
Portable classrooms have been a feature of many school districts for years. From a district's perspective, the two advantages of portable classrooms are low initial cost and short time between specification and occupancy. They are intended to provide flexibility to school districts, enabling quick response to demographic changes and providing…
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What about radon in schools?
Radon problems in schools are often remedied by increasing the ventilation. However, this will not necessarily remedy an IAQ problem. Some indoor pollution issues cannot be corrected by increasing ventilation. Increasing the ventilation in areas with high humidity or elevated outdoor air pollutants may, in fact, make an existing IAQ…
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Urban Waters and the Passaic River/Newark (New Jersey)
Passaic River/Newark (New Jersey) location landing page
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Water Quality in the Middle Rio Grande
Presentation from the Rio Grande Seminar held on My 2nd, 2008