ASHRAE Completes Draft of First-Ever Pathogen Mitigation Standard
ASHRAE announced the completion of the first draft of its standard for maintaining healthy IAQ, with final approval expected in June and publishing anticipated in July.
ASHRAE Standard 241P, “Control of Infectious Aerosols” provides minimum requirements for HVAC-related measures to reduce the risk of transmission of COVID-19, influenza, and other airborne viruses in homes, offices, schools, hospitals during periods of high risk. The standard offers guidance for creating healthier environments in the buildings where we work, live, and play.