Air Quality in Newly-Built Homes

VOCs and paints

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 Solid Rimu framing has been replaced by treated timber or steel Materials containing asbestos are no longer commonplace The…

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Car Air Quality: Risks to Health and How to Improve It

Kid's science experiment to measure CO2 levels in cars

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…

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Indoor Air Pollution and COVID-19

Circulate clean air into the home

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…

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Asbestos in the home

Where is asbestos found in the home?

Asbestos is the number one workplace killer in New Zealand, with over one hundred cases reported each year. If you or someone you know is planning work on your home, it is as good time to consider the presence of asbestos. Houses built, or that have had work done, before 2000 are more likely to…

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Why Ask for OHSAS 18001 Accreditation?

Bureau Veritas OHSAS 18001 Certification

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…

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Environmental Testing Companies

Dust testing at the workplace

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,…

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Gas Heaters in Homes

Open flame gas heaters are a problem in the home

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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