HEPA Filtration Experts in Santa Clara Discuss the Guidelines for Air Handling in Isolation Rooms
Find out the guidelines for air handling in isolation rooms.
In a recently published resource, HEPA filtration experts in Santa Clara discussed the guidelines for air handling in isolation rooms and emphasized the importance of ensuring excellent air quality and safety.
They started by sharing about ASHRAE Standard 170, which outlines the mechanical system requirements for isolation rooms.
They wrote, "The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) Standard 170 lays out specific requirements for selecting equipment when designing the mechanical systems for isolation rooms. Components include air handling systems to maintain the necessary differential air pressure between adjacent areas, regulate airflow, and incorporate air filtration."
HEPA filtration experts in Santa Clara wrote that the international health guidelines recommend utilizing HEPA filters for supply and exhaust air in isolation rooms.
"According to the International Health Guidelines, HEPA filters are recommended for both supply and exhaust air in isolation rooms. Ideally, air from AIIRs (airborne infection isolation rooms) should be directly exhausted to the outdoors," they explained.
HEPA filters have been rigorously tested and certified to capture at least 99.7% of particles as small as .03 microns, making them very efficient.
"HEPA filters are tested and certified to capture at a minimum of 99.7% at .03 microns, and they efficiently capture particles both larger and smaller than the most penetrating particle size (MPPS). Typically, the contaminated aerosols targeted for removal from an AIIR measure less than 5 µm in size," they explained.
According to the CDC, HEPA filters outperform MERV 16 filters, particularly in capturing tiny infectious particles generated by humans. This makes HEPA filters a top-notch choice for maintaining the cleanliness and safety of isolation rooms.
As a leading manufacturer of high-quality air filters, the Camfil USA Santa Clara branch partners with local healthcare facilities and property managers to design, install, and maintain air filtration and ventilation systems customized for the industry's specific needs. For in-person assistance, contact their air filtration experts through this contact form.
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