Indoor Air Quality "Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC's)"

Definition:  Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are emitted as gases from certain solids or liquids. VOCs include a variety of chemicals.
 

Why are VOCs a concern for you as a property owner?

• may have short- and long-term adverse health effects
  
  
• VOCs are consistently higher indoors (up to ten times higher) than outdoors
  

Where are VOCs found?

• Organic chemicals are widely used as ingredients in household products

Unique Qualities of VOCs

What can be done about VOCs

• Use household products according to manufacturer's directions
  
  
• Make sure you provide plenty of fresh air when using these products
  
  
• Throw away unused or little-used containers safely; buy in quantities that you will use soon
  
  
• Keep out of reach of children and pets
  
  
• Never mix household care products unless directed on the label