Posts by k2ben
Why Do I Feel Tired (Even After a Good Night’s Sleep)?
Apart from the odd night of bad sleep causing us to feel less than our normal selves the next day, sometimes we can feel just as bad after a good night’s kip. So why does this happen? Carbon dioxide plays a major role in how well we sleep, but understanding what it is, where it…
Read MoreAir Quality in Newly-Built Homes
Residential construction in New Zealand is at levels not seen since the 1970s. The number of consents granted has been increasing since 2011. Since the 1970s, much has changed: Building codes have tightened (insulation, double-glazing etc.) Solid Rimu framing has been replaced by treated timber or steel Materials containing asbestos are no longer commonplace The…
Read MoreCar Air Quality: Risks to Health and How to Improve It
Carbon dioxide over 700ppm (parts per million) can affect your cognitive ability. Sleeping in a car without ventilation creates concentrations of carbon dioxide that can have a detrimental effect on your health (More info on CO2 and cognitive function). Background on High Carbon Dioxide High carbon dioxide (CO2) levels may indicate poor air quality and…
Read MoreIndoor Air Pollution and COVID-19
What’s happening? Many people around the world are currently being forced to stay at home to ease the spread of the Covid-19 virus. The only current permitted outdoor ventures consists of a trip to the local supermarket or pharmacy for essential supplies, or for a brief foray of solitary exercise. In New Zealand on April…
Read MoreWhy Ask for OHSAS 18001 Accreditation?
K2 Environmental are a nationwide supplier of all testing related to air quality. We provide a variety of services including: Asbestos Surveying and Testing Methamphetamine Screening (properties) Emissions and Stack Testing Noise Measurement and Testing Biological Testing (Fungus, mould and bacteria) Ambient Air Tests Silica Dust Assessment and Silica Testing Welding Fume Assessments and Welding Fume…
Read MoreEnvironmental Testing Companies
Are all environmental testing companies created equally? The changes in the Health and Safety at Work Act (HSWA) has initiated the increased need for: Air quality testing Noise testing Mould testing Meth testing Asbestos testing and surveying Environmental Testing – Is cheapest best? If you are looking for a company that can deliver environmental testing,…
Read MoreGas Heaters in Homes
Every time I see one of these heaters I get a sudden urge to find my sledge hammer and beat it to death. In fact, the existence and use of these heaters in New Zealand totally mystifies me because of the following reasons: They have a detrimental effect on air quality in the home. Moisture…
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