Factors affecting the health of Office Staff
Breathing polluted air in the office can trigger many health problems. These include airway infections, strong headaches, feeling very tired and a lack of focus.
PM
Fine particulate matter in an Indian workplace mostly comes from outdoor air that enters the building.
CO2
Office CO2 comes straight from staff breathing out, and proper ventilation keeps it in check.
VOCs
Given off by building materials, office tech, harsh cleaning liquids and personal care products.
HCHO
Seeps into the office air as new carpets, furniture and paints slowly give off gas.
Ozone
Usually comes as a by-product when running large office equipment such as printers and copiers.
Humidity
Indoor moisture levels go up and down with the building design, staff numbers and the weather.
Temperature
Managed by the HVAC system, but also affected by outside weather, warm equipment and staff body heat.
Noise
Comes from office machinery, humming HVAC units, staff chatting to each other and heavy street noise.
PM & PM10
Harms breathing, weakens the heart and wears down blood vessel health.
VOCs
Irritates the eyes, nose and throat; some of them are known to cause cancer.
CO2
Reduces focus, lowers staff output and makes it much harder to think clearly.
Temperature
Affects mood, reduces focus, lowers output and raises the risk of heat illness.
Ozone
Inflames lung tissue and can make existing breathing issues much worse.
Noise
Raises stress levels, breaks concentration and takes a toll on general mental health.
Health Impacts on Staff
Short-Term Health Effects
Eye, nose, and throat irritation
Pollutants in the air can quickly irritate the eyes, nose and throat, causing redness, watering, burning and sneezing.
Respiratory problems
Pollutants can irritate the airways and lungs, which leads to ongoing coughing, breathlessness and a tight chest.
Cardiovascular problems
Even short-term exposure to polluted air can raise the risk of heart attacks, strokes and related heart and blood vessel events.
Headaches
Air pollutants like PM2.5, NO2 and Ozone can inflame the lining of the nose and throat, which triggers bad headaches.
Long-Term Health Effects:
Chronic respiratory diseases
Air pollutants slowly damage the lungs. This can lead to long-term lung illnesses such as asthma, COPD and lung cancer.
Other health problems
Airborne pollutants are also linked to other serious health issues. These include diabetes, reproductive problems and damage to the nerves and brain.
DID YOU KNOW?
The World Health Organisation (WHO) estimates that indoor air pollution causes around 4.3 million deaths every year across the globe.
Sources of Air Pollution in Offices
Offices become polluted through building materials, office tech, personal care products, cigarette smoke and smog from outside. These pollutants can irritate the eyes, nose, throat and airways, whilst also causing headaches, dizziness, nausea and asthma attacks.
Office equipment
Normal printers, photocopiers and computers give off VOCs, ozone and nitrogen dioxide into the room.
Cleaning products
Many cleaning agents contain VOCs, and these can sharply irritate the eyes, nose and throat.
Dusting
Airborne dust carries mould spores, bacteria and other pollutants, and these can inflame the airways.
High occupancy
High levels of CO2 can bring on headaches, dizziness, nausea, lower work output and other health complaints.
Air Quality Solutions
Prana Air provides advanced air quality solutions for offices, including smart monitors and fresh air machines. These devices improve the air you breathe, lower health risks, lift staff output and cut sick days.
Fresh Air Machine
This advanced air purifier draws in fresh outdoor air whilst filtering out pollutants, allergens and odours, and it keeps oxygen levels high.
- Fitted with multi-layer HEPA Filters
- Offers up to 99.5% filtration efficiency
- Brings in more fresh air overall
The Comparison
Prana Air fresh air machines bring many benefits to office spaces, including better air quality, fewer illnesses and a boost in output. Here, you can see the actual impact for yourself.
Without Fresh Air Solutions
- Lowers work productivity
- Leads to an uncomfortable day at work
- Leads to an unhealthy workspace
With Fresh Air Solutions
- Improves work productivity
- Raises overall comfort levels
- Ensures a healthy environment
A study by the Harvard School of Public Health showed that staff in offices with good air quality were 10% more productive than those in polluted offices.
A study by the University of California, Berkeley looked at offices with fresh air machines. Staff there had a 30% lower risk of developing asthma than those without them.
Freemium Services
You can view or assess your office air quality data on LCD screens, in the AQI App or on our bespoke web dashboards.
TV Dashboard App
Web-Dashboards for Offices
AQI Mobile App
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Air Quality Solutions for corporate offices. Have questions? We are here to help.
Office air pollution means harmful pollutants in the indoor air. These can trigger breathing issues, allergies, severe headaches and lower output among staff.
An Air Quality Monitor tracks indoor pollutants in real-time. It keeps the workplace healthy, as you can act on any drop in air quality straight away.
Prana Air's monitor uses advanced sensors to detect pollutants like PM2.5, PM10, CO2, VOCs and temperature. It then sends real-time data to a simple, easy-to-use app.
It lets you make choices based on data to improve air quality, which leads to healthier staff and higher workplace productivity.
Prana Air's Fresh Air Machine filters the outdoor air, removes pollutants and keeps a constant supply of clean air flowing indoors, which supports better lung health.
Industrial Applications
No matter how small or large your business is, Prana Air offers a wide range of smart, low-cost and highly accurate air quality solutions.
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