In this episode we revist Dr Joe Spurgeon's presentation from our Lunch and Learn series (February 2021).

Dr. Joe Spurgeon is an internationally recognised expert in air pollution, combustion toxicology, and indoor environmental assessment. Drawing on decades of research and fieldwork, Dr. Spurgeon shares findings from his post-restoration study of wildfire-impacted homes, exploring how different sampling methods including tape lifts and wet wipes can reveal the extent of soot, char, and aldehyde contamination.

Listeners will gain valuable insights into:

• How wildfire smoke residues persist months after an event

• The strengths and limitations of various surface and airborne sampling methods

• The challenges in defining “background conditions” after restoration

• Practical implications for restoration professionals and IAQ practitioners

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In this episode, we’re joined by Ash Boss-Handley, a Certified Occupational Hygienist with extensive experience across construction, tunnelling, and mining industries. Ash shares insights into the unique challenges of working in underground environments, where a range of hazards—some less visible than others—can pose significant risks.

While high-profile dangers often get the most attention, mould is a frequently overlooked issue in these settings, particularly due to inadequate ventilation and persistent humidity. Ash helps us unpack why mould deserves more focus, and how it impacts worker health and safety. We also explore what modern tunnelling and mining operations look like today, and the kinds of control measures used to manage these environmental hazards.

Canines have been used to detect hidden mould for over 20 years. As one of the added investigative tools of a mould inspector, the dogs are able to pinpoint the location of mould infestations with a 98% rate of accuracy. They have been able to find mould behind fiber walls, wood and concrete. And they are your family friend when not working. 

In this episode we revisit Hank Nolan's presentation from our Lunch and Learn series (October 2020).

Hank is a retired Master Sgt from the US Army. In his 27 year career as a Military Policeman he spent 6 years as a K9 handler.

Upon his return home he and his business partner continued training canines for explosive and narcotics detection.  They received an inquiry from a client as to if dogs could be safely trained to detect hidden moulds is their buildings.  The challenge was accepted. Over 1300 dogs later, here we are.   

In recent times dust storms, bushfires and the coronavirus have brought a focus to HVAC systems and their role in providing a healthy indoor environment during these events. This presentation will provide insights into HVAC design, operation and maintenance and how these systems can be configured to deal with these types of environmental challenges.

In this episode we revisit Bryon Price's presentation from our lunch and learn series (September 2020).

In this short episode we will give you a quick rundown of the upcoming Annual General Meeting to be held on the 14th of November 2024. The AGM is open for members only, RSVP at our website at https://www.iaqaaustralia.org.au/events-3/#!event/2024/11/13/iaqa-australia-annual-general-meeting

IAQA Australia Vice President Jason Green sits down with us to chat about our upcoming conference: Using Science to Bridge the Gap in Indoor Air Quality and Disaster Response - 28 - 29 October 2024 at Rydges Parramatta NSW

Emotional responses in professionals after disaster events - management, recovery and improving staff psychological health and well-being (March 2020)

In this episode, we revist Dr. Melissa Marot's presentation from our 2020 conference: Servicing Disasters in a Changing Climate.

Observed and projected changes in Australian climate extremes (March 2020)

In this episode, we revisit Prof. David Karoly's presentation from our 2020 conference

In our first full length episode, we sit down with IAQA Australia Chapter President Bryan Jepsen. Bryan talks about his experience in the IAQ industry, the upcoming IAQAA Conference (October 2024), and gives us an update on the technical working groups.

Welcome to the Indoor Air Quality Association Australian Chapter Podcast! In Episode 0 our host Julien Colangelo gives a quick introduction into who we are and what our plans are for the pod.

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