{"id":1208,"date":"2021-06-07T16:00:53","date_gmt":"2021-06-07T23:00:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/contractorslicensingschools.com\/blog\/?p=1208"},"modified":"2021-06-09T16:08:51","modified_gmt":"2021-06-09T23:08:51","slug":"ventilation-needs-for-your-contracting-business","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/contractorslicensingschools.com\/blog\/ventilation-needs-for-your-contracting-business\/","title":{"rendered":"Ventilation Needs for Your Contracting Business"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/contractorslicensingschools.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/shutterstock_1361112155.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-1210 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/contractorslicensingschools.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/shutterstock_1361112155.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/contractorslicensingschools.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/shutterstock_1361112155.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/contractorslicensingschools.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/shutterstock_1361112155-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/contractorslicensingschools.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/shutterstock_1361112155-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/contractorslicensingschools.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/shutterstock_1361112155-624x416.jpg 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a>While you\u2019re on the job site, there will be times when you are working inside a building or a space that isn\u2019t well-ventilated. Without the right equipment, you could be putting yourself or your employees at risk. Good ventilation is the best way to protect your health, especially when you\u2019re working with chemicals. Here are a few things you should think about when planning ventilation for your construction projects.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Common Types of Ventilation<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The type of ventilation that you need depends on your working environment. In many cases, a building may have certain types of ventilation systems already in existence. There are a few common types of ventilation that you should know about, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Natural: Using windows and doors to provide fresh air<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exhaust: Using a fan to draw air out of the building<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Balance ventilation: Provides a fresh supply of air at the same rate as exhaust<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s worth keeping in mind that a structure that is enclosed but only partially finished may not have adequate ventilation. You should also know that natural ventilation is often insufficient, especially if you are working with anything that produces harmful exhaust.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>VOCs and Chemicals<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although any business may have to deal with the side effects of VOCs and certain types of chemicals, construction makes both much more common. Building materials can off-gas VOCs like formaldehyde for years after construction is complete. However, they\u2019re more likely to do so at the very beginning. As such, you should have a plan to air out rooms at various points in the construction process. This is also true for areas in which you will be using noxious chemicals. It may be necessary to use spot ventilation techniques and additional personal protective equipment to protect yourself and others working on the jobsite.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Fuel-Burning Appliances and Tools<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fuel-burning appliances and tools are popular on the construction site. They offer a higher amount of power without the need to connect to an electrical system. You might use them to provide heat on cold days. The chief concern is that fuel-burning equipment produces exhaust, which can turn into carbon monoxide. Certain appliances and tools are rated for indoor use because they contain a sensor that will turn them off of the oxygen level gets too low. However, sensors can fail, and you should not assume that an enclosed space is safe for using this equipment. You should plan to use spot ventilation and PPE whenever you\u2019re using anything that burns fuel without an exhaust venting directly outside.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Spot Ventilation Options<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In most cases, you\u2019re going to want to take advantage of spot ventilation. You\u2019ve got a variety of possibilities, and you may need more than one:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Built-in exhaust fans<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Portable fans<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Open windows and doors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Air purifiers<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep in mind that fans come with different levels of power, and the right one depends on the amount of circulation that you need. In some cases, a circulating fan that you might use at home would be helpful. In other cases, you\u2019ll need a high-powered fan that can circulate hundreds of cubic feet within minutes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Additional Personal Protective Equipment<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ventilation does a couple of things for the air quality of the job site. The first is ensuring that the workspace is generally free of harmful fumes. The second is protecting people who are in the workspace at the present moment. The efficacy of the second depends heavily on the type of ventilation, as well as what you\u2019re doing. In many cases, it may make sense to use masks and ventilators with breathable filters during construction work. After all, ventilation can remove contaminants, but the system may not be able to neutralize the risk immediately. Your use of a mask or ventilator may prevent injury or long-term health concerns, in addition to any steps you take to increase ventilation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ventilating your workspace is one way that you can keep yourself and your employees safe. To learn more about how to run a contracting business, visit CSLS today!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>While you\u2019re on the job site, there will be times when you are working inside a building or a space that isn\u2019t well-ventilated. Without the right equipment, you could be putting yourself or your employees at risk. Good ventilation is the best way to protect your health, especially when you\u2019re working with chemicals. 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