Department of Health and Human Services
State Government Buildings
To address recent problems with mold in university and other state buildings,
the N.C. Office of State Construction and the N.C. Division of Public
Health are collaborating on a state program for addressing mold and other
indoor air quality problems. Links to the new state plan and other resources
are listed below.
In any building, the four basic factors that affect IAQ are indoor air
pollutant sources; heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems;
pollutant pathways; and occupants. As in other office and commercial buildings,
poor indoor air quality (IAQ) in state buildings is also affected by maintenance
practices; construction of tightly sealed buildings; reduced ventilation
rates to save energy; the use of synthetic building materials and furnishings;
and use of chemical products such as cleaning products and pesticides.
Information Resources
Procedure for Requesting Support for Mold-Related Problems in State Government Buildings (PDF)Requirements for Conducting Asbestos Work in North Carolina (PDF)
Requirements for Conducting Lead-Based Paint Management Activities in North Carolina (PDF)
What Can You Do? Offices and Commercial Buildings
Includes the following topics: Mold and Biologicals; Moisture; Temperature and Humidity Control; Humidity and Microbial Growth; Environmental Tobacco Smoke; Combustion Products including Carbon Monoxide; Volatile Organic Compounds; Particulates; Radon; Pesticides; Heating, Ventilating & Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems; Asbestos; Lead-Based Paint; Indoor Air Quality Program for Large Buildings (EPA).
Web Sites on Mold and Related Issues
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