Sick Building Syndrome
According to the NHS, Sick Building Syndrome is a phenomenon where workers in particular office environments complain that they are experiencing a range of non-specific symptoms. These may include:
- Headaches.
- Fatigue.
- Loss of concentration.
- Eye and throat irritation.
- Shortness of breath.
- Skin rash.
- Dry skin.
- Itchy skin.
The symptoms usually resolve once the person who is experiencing them has left the building. Women are more likely to be affected by the symptoms of sick building syndrome than men.
There are many potential causes of Sick Building Syndrome, but in our experience the cause is frequently pinned down to flaws in the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, including the build up of biological contamination, including bacteria and mould.
For advice on preventing sick building syndrome please ring us on 0870 6092080 or click here to email us.


