Category: Animal Facilities (mice)
Level: Bronze
Author: Millard R., Richards K., Waggott A., Wilson K.
The Impact: <p>Reduced energy cost through correctly maintained HVAC parameters (temp/humidity/Air Change rates/pressure regimes)</p>
Details
Poorly managed heating and cooling in an animal facility can lead to changes in air pressure and thus compromise air quality standards, as well as making systems work harder to maintain them. An easy and clear reporting pathway for issues to be rectified quickly should be present.
