Department of Environment, University of Guyana, Guyana Geology and Mines Commission, Georgetown, Guyana
Research
The Elements of an Indoor Air Quality Policy and Management Plan for Nursery Schools
Author(s): Craig Harlequin*, Nasrudeen Ally and Ameera Fatema Wajidally
School authorities are expected to provide healthy indoor environments for children. However, managing Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) is a challenge
resulting in unhealthy school environment. The IAQ in two nursery schools located in Georgetown was at an unacceptable level due to high
particulate matter (PM2.5), airborne bacteria and fungi. It was revealed through discussions with Ministry of Education officials that an IAQ
management plan does not exist. Therefore, this study was undertaken to determine the components of an IAQ management plan and policy, as
well as global guidelines. A qualitative design was used employing secondary data and interviews as the data collection instruments. The data
obtained was used to construct an IAQ management plan for nursery schools. In Guyana, there are no guidelines for IAQ. As a result, the WHO
threshold limits for.. Read More»
DOI:
10.37421/2380-5439.2024.12.100112
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