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Procedure - Environmental Issues / Bulletin 3523 May 27, 2003
Environmental Guidelines (Thermostat Settings) When we are
notified of suspected poor indoor air quality (IAQ) in a
building, we first contact the building's principal and attempt
to obtain some specific information relative to the complaint.
The main objective of that conversation is to try to ascertain
if there is a specific area and/or person affected by the
concern. We then research the work order system for any
outstanding equipment repair requests. The next step is sending
one of the inspectors to the facility to "check things out". The
inspector checks to ensure that all the equipment is running,
and checks the condition of the filters, for room temperature
and CO2 levels. Operator errors are discussed on-site with the
Building Supervisor and Equipment Operator and that information
is noted on the associated report. Work orders are made for
needed repairs not already requested. The