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audits, and staff feedback ensure and headaches, can contaminate pollution, and increased HVAC
compliance,” he explained. products, and violate industry maintenance costs,” he warned.
“Air samples from different standards. Poor IAQ leads to On biological contaminants like
production areas are tested for discomfort, reduced focus, air mould and bacteria, he stressed:
microbial and chemical pollutants,
sensors are used to monitor
temperature, humidity and air
pressure in compliance with
required standards, testing and
validating HEPA filters and air
filtration systems, ensuring proper
air flow and air exchange rates in
controlled environments, internal
and external audits to make sure
IAQ as per standards, feedback
from staff to identify air quality
problems early, maintenance of
ventilation systems for optimal
functioning are steps taken in this
direction.”
Cadila compliances include
ISO 14644-1, FDA and EMA
guidelines, HEPA filtration, and
strict environmental controls.
“Maintaining cleanrooms requires
high-efficiency particulate air
(HEPA) filters, specific air change
rates, and controlled temperature
(18-22°C) and humidity (40-
60%). Monitoring particle counts
in critical zones is crucial,” he
elaborated.
Bhatnagar also addressed the
risks of VOCs. “VOCs cause
respiratory issues, dizziness,
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