Air currents’ movement inside a structure can push soot and ash into the air ducts. The expansion and pressure caused by the fire forces both soot and ash into the HVAC system even when it’s not operating. While some treatments can eliminate odor and appears to remove the damage caused by the fire, they can be masking the problem and not really treating it. This pauses great problems when left untreated. For example:
Smoke can obstruct the airflow through the duct and prevent circulation of fresh air
You could be circulating contaminated air in the building which is unsafe to breathe especially for those with allergies and respiratory conditions
The ductwork itself can be damaged which causes air leaks that prevent the HVAC system from operating efficiently
Pipes can be backed up by soot and ash and the structure could have a weakened solder and connection points due to the overheat
According to OSHA regulations, if employers can’t reasonably estimate exposure to respiratory hazards in the workplace, then the atmosphere is considered immediately dangerous to life or health (IDLH).
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