Office Indoor Air Quality Audit Checklist – Professional IAQ Assessment Toolkit

Description

Poor indoor air quality can cause discomfort, headaches, irritation, concentration problems, workplace complaints and reduced productivity. Because air quality is influenced by ventilation, occupancy, humidity, maintenance, cleaning, equipment and outdoor pollution, identifying the underlying cause requires a structured approach.

The Office Indoor Air Quality Audit Checklist provides organisations with a professional method for inspecting office buildings, recording objective evidence, assessing control measures and managing corrective actions.

What is included?

This 26-page editable Word toolkit contains:

• 114 detailed audit criteria divided across 14 audit sections
• Conforming, Partially Conforming, Non-Conforming and Not Applicable ratings
• A percentage-based scoring and management rating system
• P1 to P4 action priorities
• An executive audit summary
• A section scoring worksheet
• A corrective action plan
• An indoor air quality measurement log
• A complaint and observation register
• A document and evidence register
• A close-out verification checklist
• Formal approval and sign-off sections

Subjects covered

The audit checklist assesses:

• Indoor air quality responsibilities and management
• Building use, occupancy and space planning
• Outdoor air quality and air intakes
• Ventilation and HVAC performance
• Filtration and portable air-cleaning equipment
• CO2 monitoring and interpretation
• Temperature, humidity and air movement
• Water damage, condensation and mould prevention
• Indoor pollutant source control
• Cleaning, housekeeping and dust management
• Printers, copiers and office equipment
• Maintenance, refurbishment and contractor activities
• Special rooms and local exhaust ventilation
• Complaints, communication and corrective response

Professional and internationally applicable

The toolkit has been developed for international use and is informed by recognised guidance from ASHRAE, the UK Health and Safety Executive, the United States Environmental Protection Agency, NIOSH and the World Health Organization.

It can be used for:

• Initial indoor air quality assessments
• Periodic workplace inspections
• Complaint-led investigations
• Post-refurbishment reviews
• Ventilation and HVAC performance reviews
• Corrective-action verification
• Internal facility and health and safety audits

Who should use this toolkit?

The checklist is suitable for:

• Facility managers
• Health and safety professionals
• Property and building managers
• Office managers
• Internal auditors
• Occupational hygiene personnel
• Landlords and building operators
• Workplace consultants

Product format

You will receive an editable Microsoft Word document that can be customised with your organisation’s details and procedures. It can be completed digitally or printed for use during workplace inspections.

The purchasing organisation may customise and reproduce the document for its own internal operations.

Please note: This toolkit is a professional management and inspection resource. It does not replace applicable national legislation, ventilation design calculations, occupational exposure monitoring, medical assessment or advice from a competent specialist.