How has the BASE study data been used?

Indoor Air Toxics Input

• Determination of typical indoor pollutants and concentrations
• Information on indoor sources
• Information on indoor pollutant levels

Mold and other Biologicals

• Information on common indoor and outdoor species of fungi and bacteria
• Comparison of bioaerosol testing methodologies
• Information on conditions for growth
• Analysis of associations of fungal taxa with symptoms and building characteristics

Homeland Security

• Input into guidance development
• Comparison of BASE buildings with compromised buildings

General IAQ

• Determination of impact of radon in large buildings
• Comparison of collected parameters to those reported in similar studies and other building types like schools
• Determination of building factors that may be associated with respiratory diseases (e.g., asthma) or sick building syndrome.
• Building manager comparisons of BASE buildings to their specific site
• Use of BASE standardized protocol to design other studies and investigations

Read more about the BASE Study at www.epa.gov/iaq/base

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