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[Determination of mold concentrations in homes and schools in Baden-Württemberg]
T Gabrio1, S Broser, A Felder-Kennel
1Landesgesundheitsamt Baden-Württemberg, Stuttgart. gabrio@lga.bwl.de
Abstract:
So far there have been rather few reliable and comparable data available on indoor pollution with mould. Following the publication of the Federal Environmental Agency and the Health Agency Baden-Württemberg which supports the assessment of mould pollution of indoor air, it seemed advisable to investigate as to how far these criteria can be used for the assessing the mould pollution in daily practice. The results of investigations of 130 homes and 117 classrooms in Baden-Württemberg. will be represented.
Insights
This study assessed indoor mould pollution using new guidelines in 130 homes and 117 classrooms. Findings will help evaluate mould assessment criteria in everyday practice.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Health
- Indoor Air Quality
- Mycology
Background:
- Limited reliable data exists on indoor mould pollution.
- New assessment criteria from the Federal Environmental Agency and Health Agency Baden-Württemberg were published.
- The applicability of these criteria in daily practice needed investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the practical application of new mould assessment criteria.
- To assess indoor air quality concerning mould pollution in residential and educational settings.
- To provide comparable data on indoor mould levels.
Main Methods:
- Conducted investigations in 130 homes.
- Carried out investigations in 117 classrooms.
- Applied the new assessment criteria to evaluate mould pollution.
Main Results:
- Data on indoor mould pollution from 130 homes and 117 classrooms were collected.
- The study investigated the usability of new assessment criteria.
- Results will be presented to demonstrate findings.
Conclusions:
- The study provides insights into the practical use of new mould assessment guidelines.
- Findings contribute to understanding indoor mould pollution in Baden-Württemberg.
- The research supports better assessment of mould in indoor environments.
