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                                                                      Poor IAQ leads to discomfort,
                                                                      reduced focus, air pollution, and
                                                                      increased HVAC maintenance costs.
                                                                      While biological contamination

                                                                      lead to product recalls, regulatory
                                                                      penalties and patient harm.”

                                                                      – Vishwas Bhatnagar













                  “These pose serious risks in      Regarding airborne particulate   containment systems, and maintain
                  pharma, leading to product recalls,   matter (PM), Cadila employs   HVAC systems for optimal
                  regulatory penalties, and patient   multiple controls. “We install HEPA   performance,” he stated.
                  harm. Workers face respiratory   filters, adhere to ISO 14644-1   Poor IAQ impacts employee
                  issues and allergic reactions. Strict   classifications, conduct frequent air   health and productivity. “Respiratory
                  monitoring, air filtration, and   sampling, ensure proper airflow,   problems, fatigue, dizziness, and
                  cleanroom protocols are essential.”  enforce protective gear usage, use   headaches are common. Low IAQ
                                                                                  reduces mental clarity, increases
                                                                                  sick leave, and lowers productivity.
                                                                                  Long-term exposure leads to chronic
                                                                                  issues, affecting both employees
                                                                                  and business operations,” Bhatnagar
                                                                                  concluded.
                                                                                    The consequences of inadequate
                                                                                  IAQ — from product recalls
                                                                                  to regulatory non-compliance
                                                                                  and worker health risks — are
                                                                                  severe. Cadila’s proactive IAQ
                                                                                  management, including adherence
                                                                                  to global standards and rigorous
                                                                                  monitoring, exemplifies best
                                                                                  practices.
                                                                                    For pharmaceutical companies,
                                                                                  robust IAQ management is not just
                                                                                  regulatory compliance but a vital
                                                                                  investment in product integrity,
                                                                                  employee well-being, operational
                                                                                  efficiency, and business continuity.
                                                                                  Neglecting IAQ is a risk no
                                                                                  manufacturer can afford.
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