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NZS 4303:1990

Ventilation for acceptable indoor air quality

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Specifies minimum ventilation rates and indoor air quality that will be acceptable to human occupants and intended to avoid adverse health effects. Applies to all indoor or enclosed spaces that people may occupy, except where other applicable Standards and requirements dictate larger amounts of ventilation than this Standard. Release of moisture in residential kitchens, bathrooms, locker rooms, and swimming pools is included in the scope of this Standard. Based on but not equivalent to ASHRAE 62:1989.

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Publishing information

Status: CURRENT

Published: 13/09/1990

Pages: 32

Committee: 50/-

References

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Overseas Standards References:

ASHRAE 62:1981
ASHRAE 90.75:1975
ANSI/ASHRAE/IES 90A:1980
ASHRAE 62.73 (ANSI B 194.1:1977):1977

Citations

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Building Code Compliance Document G4

Ministry: Ministry of Business, Innovation, and Employment: Building Systems Performance
Section: AS1

Health Bulletin - Physical Hazards Fact Sheet - Thermal Comfort Project

Ministry: WorkSafe New Zealand
Section: Fresh Air

Citation Context:
The Health and Safety in Employment Regulations, 1995, require employers to take all practicable steps to ensure that employees are provided with ventilation providing fresh or purified air. In order to establish how much fresh air is required, we use the

Occupational Overuse Syndrome Guidelines For Prevention And Management

Ministry: WorkSafe New Zealand
Section: PHYSICAL FACTORS

Citation Context:
Stressors of an environmental origin can add to the general background strain. Lighting, ventilation (NZS 4303:1990 Ventilation for Acceptable Indoor Air Quality)...

What You Need To Know About Temperature In Places Of Work

Ministry: WorkSafe New Zealand
Section: Some control options for hot situations

Citation Context:
Ventilation. Many heat problems are a result of poor ventilation. A good ventilation system can remove hot air from a building. It is also good for removing any contaminants from the air. New Zealand Standard 4303: Ventilation for Acceptable Indoor Air Qu

Approved Code Of Practice For The Use Of Visual Display Units In The Place Of Work - Revoked

Ministry: WorkSafe New Zealand
Section: Atmospheric Conditions

Citation Context:
When buildings are air conditioned, expert advice may be needed to resolve problems of stuffiness. The New Zealand standard, NZS 4303: 1990 Ventilation for acceptable indoor air quality, and any applicable local codes, should be followed. (REVOKED)

Managing Health And Safety Risks In New Zealand Mortuaries

Ministry: WorkSafe New Zealand
Section: 3) Ventilation

Citation Context:
Ventilation of the facility is necessary to control the exposure to M Tb, other airborne pathogens, chemicals and fumes. Ventilation also helps to maintain a comfortable and appropriate thermal environment for the autopsy. The recommendations below are de

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