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Designing for IAQ in natatoriums.

Author(s) : BAXTER R. C.

Type of article: Article, Review

Summary

In the last 10 to 15 years research has shown that poor air quality in indoor swimming pools has a negative impact on the health of swimmers, coaches and pool workers. Poor indoor pool air quality, caused by compounds off-gassing from pool water, has been linked to eye, nose and throat irritation, exacerbation of asthma symptoms, as well as to a predisposition to develop bronchial hyperactivity and asthma. These health concerns are in addition to the well-known damaging effects of the indoor pool atmosphere on pool buildings and equipment. The purpose of this article is to review the literature concerning the effects of disinfectant by-products on indoor swimming pool air quality and to propose practical methods for mitigating their impact in conventional (recreational and competition) indoor pools.

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  • Original title: Designing for IAQ in natatoriums.
  • Record ID : 30003858
  • Languages: English
  • Source: ASHRAE Journal - vol. 54 - n. 4
  • Publication date: 2012/04

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