Oregon Statutes - Chapter 433 - Disease and Condition Control; Mass Gatherings; Indoor Air - Section 433.521 - Indoor air quality standards.

(1) Based upon the recommendations of the Indoor Air Pollution Task Force, the Department of Human Services may establish indoor air quality standards for significant indoor air pollutants. If established, the standards:

(a) Shall include an adequate margin of safety;

(b) Shall be adequate to protect the population, including sensitive groups; and

(c) May be revised as appropriate.

(2) If established, indoor air quality standards shall be at least for the following significant indoor air pollutants:

(a) Particulate matter;

(b) Aldehydes;

(c) Radon;

(d) Carbon monoxide;

(e) Carbon dioxide;

(f) Ozone; and

(g) Water vapor.

(3) In developing the indoor air quality standards, the Department of Human Services shall consult with the Department of Environmental Quality, the Department of Consumer and Business Services and the Indoor Air Pollution Task Force.

(4) The standards established by the Department of Human Services shall not take effect before July 1, 1991. The Department of Human Services shall seek voluntary compliance with the standards. [1989 c.1070 §5; 1993 c.744 §227]

Note: See note under 433.502.

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