What is the role of an Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) professional?

The role of an Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) professional centers around assessing and recommending improvements for indoor air quality. This involves evaluating various factors that can impact the air quality within buildings, such as pollutants, humidity levels, ventilation, and the presence of allergens.

IAQ professionals utilize a combination of knowledge, testing, and analytical tools to identify sources of air quality issues and potential health impacts on occupants. They may provide guidance on best practices for improving air quality, which can include recommendations for ventilation improvements, air filtration systems, or modifications to existing building systems to mitigate problems.

Given this specialized focus, the role is distinct from installing HVAC systems, managing cleaning services, or constructing new buildings, which involve different skills and knowledge bases not directly tied to assessing or managing air quality. Thus, the emphasis on evaluating and recommending strategies for enhancing IAQ is what defines the core responsibilities of an IAQ professional.