Simple school lunches collected in Washington, D.C., Virginia and Maryland were found to contain toxins that have been linked to developmental delays, liver disease, and even cancer.
Measurements of VOC emissions from materials suggest that the VOC emission rate can increase significantly under increased temperature.
Volatile organic compounds and semi-volatile organic compounds are among the broad classes of compounds found in the indoor environment through emissions and leaching from building materials, furnishings and human activities.
Is your school planning or doing renovations or repairs? Make sure that contractors protect occupants from dust, fumes, debris, and heavy equipment.
See our RESOURCES on safe renovation practices.
