Indoor air pollution refers to the presence of harmful pollutants indoors that can affect the health and comfort of occupants. These pollutants can come from various sources, including:

1. Chemical Substances: Common office materials such as paints, carpets, furniture, and cleaning products can emit volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and other chemicals into the air, leading to indoor air pollution.
2. Biological Contaminants: Mold, pollen, bacteria, and viruses are common biological contaminants found indoors, especially in poorly ventilated or humid environments.
3. Combustion Byproducts: If a workplace uses gas   stoves, heaters, or other combustion appliances, they can release pollutants such as carbon   monoxide and nitrogen dioxide into the air.
4. Outdoor Air Pollution: Pollution from outdoor   sources, such as vehicle emissions and industrial   activities, can also infiltrate indoor spaces and   contribute to poor air quality.

1. Respiratory Issues: Symptoms such as coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath can arise or worsen due to exposure to pollutants like VOCs and allergens.
2. Allergies and Asthma: Indoor allergens like dust mites and pet dander can trigger allergic reactions and asthma attacks in sensitive individuals.
3. Headaches and Fatigue: Poor air quality can cause symptoms such as headaches, fatigue, and difficulty concentrating, which can reduce productivity and performance at work.
4. Long-term Health Risks: Prolonged exposure to indoor air pollutants has been linked to more serious health problems, including heart disease, lung cancer, and respiratory infections.

1. Regular Ventilation Maintenance: Proper ventilation   is essential for ensuring good indoor air quality.   HVAC systems should be regularly inspected, cleaned, and maintained to ensure efficient air   circulation and filtration.
2. Use of Air Purifiers: Air purifiers with HEPA filters   can help remove airborne pollutants, allergens, and particles, improving the overall air quality in   enclosed spaces.
3. Reducing VOC Emissions: Choosing low-VOC or   VOC-free materials for building construction, furnishing, and cleaning can help minimize indoor   air pollution.
4. Promoting Clean Practices: Implementing policies   and practices that promote cleanliness, such as   regular cleaning of carpets, floors, and ventilation   ducts, can help reduce the buildup of indoor   pollutants.
5. Introduce Non-Pollinated Plants: Plants are natural   air purifiers as the absorb the carbon dioxide that   we breathe out and release clean air for us to   breathe in.
6. Encouraging Green Transportation: Encouraging   employees to use eco-friendly modes of   transportation, such as biking or carpooling, can   help reduce outdoor air pollution and its impact   on indoor air quality.
7. Educating Employees: Providing education and   training on indoor air quality, including the   sources and health effects of pollutants, can raise   awareness among employees and encourage   behaviour changes to support a healthier   workplace environment.