Fungal Air Hazards & HVAC Filtration: ASHRAE 62.2 Standards for Asthma and Mold Abatement
Microscopic fungal spores aerosolized through forced-air ductwork provoke acute asthmatic attacks. An analysis of ASHRAE Standard 62.2 mechanical ventilation and MERV-13 air filtration efficacy.
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| Publisher / Authority | Source Title & Record | Type | Published | Accessed | Link |
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American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers Level 2: Standards Organization | ASHRAE Standard 62.2: Ventilation and Acceptable Indoor Air Quality in Residential Buildings Mechanical ventilation, localized exhaust CFM rules, and filtration standards for dwellings. | Standards Body | 2022-06-30 | 2026-09-01 | Inspect |
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Level 1: Federal/State Regulatory | EPA Guide to Air Cleaners in the Home and MERV Ratings Official guidance on MERV-13 residential filtration and volatile organic compound extraction. | Government Agency | 2023-05-12 | 2026-09-01 | Inspect |
NIH National Library of Medicine / Environmental Health Perspectives Level 3: Peer-Reviewed Scientific | Indoor Air Quality and Fungal Spore Aerosolization in Residential HVAC Systems PMID: 31845920. Demonstrates 91% fungal bio-aerosol capture with MERV-13 mechanical media. | Peer-Reviewed Journal | 2021-03-18 | 2026-09-01 | Inspect |
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