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Noise in the workplace is a constant feature of everyday life. But unfortunately, it can be harmful to humans. In France, 3 million employees are exposed to excessive noise levels in the workplace. Too much noise can have an impact on human hearing, so it’s important to get the facts. What is noise? What are the risks? What does the law say? We explain it all!

Nowadays, we regularly come into contact with combustion appliances. Indoor air quality is a major concern, and carbon monoxide (CO) is one of the best-known pollutants. Finding the source of this molecule with a carbon monoxide (CO) detector is useful. Carbon monoxide is a highly volatile gas: that’s why it’s important to be informed about it to avoid all kinds of poisoning. What is it? What are the risks? How to limit CO? We explain it all!

Carbon dioxide (CO2) is a greenhouse gas that plays a crucial role in maintaining the planet’s temperature. However, CO2 emissions have increased significantly over the last few centuries, mainly due to the growing use of fossil fuels to produce energy and consumer goods.

Air quality is one of today’s most pressing issues. In fact, by 2022, no fewer than 9 million deaths worldwide will be attributable to poor air quality. In France, some 50,000 people die every year from indoor air pollution. In the light of these figures, the French government has revised its action plan to regulate indoor air quality in establishments open to the public (ERP).

Particulate Matter (PM) are tiny solid particles or liquid droplets suspended in the air. Some of these particles are quite large and visible to the naked eye, such as smoke, soot or ash. The smallest of them, often invisible, penetrate deep into our bodies and can affect our respiratory and blood systems.

So how can we improve Indoor Air Quality?

Building temperature and air quality are essential to the well-being and comfort of occupants, and influence energy efficiency. In the summer of 2022, the French government introduced a plan to reduce energy consumption in response to rising energy prices.

Smoke is produced by the combustion of various materials. Sometimes asphyxiating, it can be dangerous, even fatal. It consists mainly of carbon monoxide (CO), an odorless, colorless and invisible gas, and sulfur dioxide (SO2). The substances released by smoke are toxic, affecting the lungs and respiratory tract.

Smoke is a common phenomenon in fires. It is produced when combustible materials are burnt. This toxic mixture emits particles such as soot, ash, heavy metals and hydrocarbons. Smoke can sometimes be invisible to the naked eye. Depending on the material burned and the temperature, it can also change color: from white to gray to black. Smoke can have serious consequences for the human body.