Affordable Comfort 2005
FPM 03 - Medical Perspectives of Unhealthy Homes
Friday, May 20, 2005 · 1:30 PM - 5:00 PMMedical Perspectives of Unhealthy Homes
Three allergists with expertise in the field of respiratory disease, asthma, and other indoor environmental conditions will discuss the health
effects of poor indoor environments. A building investigator will discuss methods and materials and demonstrate instruments used in finding and identifying
the various pollutants related to environmental disease.
By attending this session, participants will
1.
Be aware of the major biological and
non-biological pollutants that are present in homes
2. Learn about the clinical symptoms of patients living in these environments, and the possible biological mechanisms
involved
3. Learn what construction problems lead to mold infestations in newly built homes that create
occupant health problems
Keywords: assessment, carbon monoxide, comfort, diagnostics, energy efficient, environment,
evaluation, fundamentals, health and safety, housing performance, humidity, IAQ, material pollutant emissions, moisture, mold, rot, sick homes,
state-of-the-art, tight construction, water, whole house
Topic(s): Durability & Health, Indoor Air Quality
Type: Half-Day
CEU: American Institute of Architects (AIA) American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI)
Course Presenter(s):
