Air Quality in the Office

It is important to make sure that the office is not only well ventilated but is kept at a normal temperature. This not only ensures employees are comfortable but are productive too.

The number of office workers has increased substantially with the advent of computers and the internet so it is common to see rooms filled with office desks and computers. When computers are close together, this will in itself increase the office temperature and can become uncomfortable in summer.

Other factors affecting ventilation include office furniture design and layout. There have been studies on the range of office furniture configurations and their affect on ventilation. A few factors make a substantial difference: the present of office furniture, office partition heights and gaps, air supply and the proximity of office desks and computers.

In summary, when you design your office, you must leave a sufficient gap between office desks and office chairs. Do not have partitions too high and ensure your air conditioning systems are cleaned regularly. Ensure that printers, faxes and other office equipment that generate heat are not too close to a workers office desk or chair.