Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)

The quality of air required within a work environment to minimize harmful effects to human health, including the provision of adequate airspace and ventilation, and the limitation of contaminants or harmful substances such as dust, other airborne particles, fumes, mists or vapours, and smoke. Air quality requirements for workplaces are stipulated in occupational health and safety legislation or Standards, and usually specified by the building owner and/or users.