TNPSC Thervupettagam

Guidelines for the use of AC

April 30 , 2020 1673 days 1054 0
  • The Central Public Works Department has issued guidelines to use air conditioners during COVID-19 pandemic. 
  • The guidelines were prepared by the Indian Society of Heating Refrigerating and Air Conditioner Engineers (ISHRAE).
  • The main objective of the guidelines is to counter the fact use of air conditioners lead to increased spread of COVID-19.
  • The ideal temperature is to be maintained between 24 degree Celsius and 30 Degree celsius.
  • The relative humidity should be maintained between 40% and 70%.
  • In order to maintain positive pressure in the space, the mechanical exhaust air shall be 70% to 80% of fresh air quantity.
  • The Government of India had already issued an order that every air conditioner should have minimum temperature threshold as 24 degree celsius.

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