Indoor air
Finnish
Swedish
English
Description
The website provides information about indoor air, the causes of indoor air problems and how to solve indoor air problems. It includes instructions for workers and for employers.
Healthy indoor air in the workplace is a prerequisite for a safe and productive work environment. In addition to the health risks, bad indoor air also adversely affects the working environment and the atmosphere of the entire work community. The employer is responsible for ensuring that poor indoor air does not cause harm or danger to employees' health.
Other data
Provider
Provider name (English)
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration in Finland
Provider name (Original)
Työsuojelu
Type of provider
Tasks covered
Working Indoors
Biological hazard
Microbiological hazards (Microorganism)
Hazard - physical state
Aerosols
Gases
Nanoparticles (airborne liquids/solids including smoke or mist)
Vapours
Hazard - health effects
Other
Exposure route
Inhalation
Prevention measures
Level 1. Elimination of hazards
Level 2. Technical measures, e.g. local exhaust ventilation
Hygiene measures
Purpose of the material
General information
Guidance
Target group
Employers
Managers
Safety officers
Workers