Major Air Pollutants
Pupils spend more of their time in schools and colleges than they do at home. Here are some of the air pollutants that may be found in these settings. They can hamper both pupils' and staff output.
PM2.5
Fine dust particles small enough to breathe in and pass into the bloodstream.
CO2
In schools and colleges in particular, CO2 levels often rise above the desired CO2 limits.
TVOC
Possible sources include items such as glue, marker pens and aerosol sprays.
Ozone
Ozone can be harmful, particularly to pupils' still-developing lungs.
PM2.5
Chalk dust; outdoor PM coming in through windows
CO2
Respiration
Ozone
Outdoor O3 coming in through windows, printers, photocopiers
TVOCs
Carpets, furniture and craft materials such as marker pens, glue, paints
Who is at Risk?
Anyone who is exposed to air pollution in a school or institute is at risk. However, certain groups of people are affected far more than healthy adults are.
Respiratory Illness
Pupils and staff who already have a lung illness will start out with weaker airways.
Teachers
Side effects include lower output, more days off work and clearly reduced focus.
Sensitive Groups
Groups such as older teachers and pregnant women have a higher chance of lung illness.
Students
Exposure to unhealthy air may affect the tissue and cells that are still growing.
Air quality Solutions For Schools
With Prana Air's air quality monitoring and fresh air solutions, you can see exactly what air your pupils and staff breathe. You can then work to make your premises a pollution-free zone.
Data Freemium Services
Data can be viewed or analysed on LCD screens or in the app via our customised dashboard. Scan the QR code to check the AQI of your current area.
TV Dashboard App
Customised App for Schools
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The Effects of Air Pollution - On Students
A marked fall in overall performance is seen when pupils are exposed to poor air quality. According to a UNICEF study report, there was a four-point drop in IQ by the age of 5 in a sample of children exposed to toxic air pollution.
Students With Clean Air
- Improved arithmetic and calculation ability
- Pupil absence was cut by 10-20%
- Improved memory, attention and IQ skills
Students Without Clean Air
- An increase in the absence rate is seen
- Lower IQ levels among the pupils
- Poorer attention and weaker focus
The Impact of Clean Air on Pupils' General IQ
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