Sick building syndrome : concepts, issues and practice
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Sick building syndrome : concepts, issues and practice
E & FN Spon, 1997
1st ed
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S-BarS : sick building syndrome expert analysis and advisory software
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Title from accompanying disk label: S-BarS: sick building syndrome expert analysis and advisory software
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System requirements for accompanying disk: IBM PC or compatible; DOS
Disk contains a demo version of an expert system called SBARS which aims to identify causes of SBS and to recommend actions to rectify it
Includes bibliographical references and index
Description and Table of Contents
Description
Sick building syndrome is for many of us an enigma. The legislative precedents currently being set in North America underline the need for rational examination of the problem. This new collection of expert writing will help unravel the complex issues involved. The book explores sick building syndrome from a range of perspectives: architectural, medical, psychological and legal. Each chapter offers detailed insights into the condition and taken together they highlight the need for a collaborative approach. The effects of sick building syndrome should not be underestimated as it is thought that up to 30 percent of refurbished buildings may suffer from the condition. Extreme cases may lead to increased absenteeism among employees, reduced performance and ultimately building closure.
Table of Contents
Preface. Introduction. Overview of the Possible Causes and Recommendations. Light and Lighting. Medical Aspects. Psychological Issues. Maintenance. Human Resource Management. Legal Issues. Design for Manageability. Expert Systems. Assessment and Rectification. Useful Addresses. Index.
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