EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

1. Background

In the Second Review of the 1989 White Paper on Pollution issued in November 1993, the Government recognised the existence of potential health risk and problems associated with indoor air pollution. As an initial step to address the issue, an 18-month Consultancy Study on Indoor Air Pollution in Offices and Public Places was commissioned in October 1995. The Study was carried out by EHS Consultants Limited and managed by a Steering Group chaired by the Environmental Protection Department. Other members in the Steering Group included the Planning, Environment and Lands Bureau, Architectural Services Department, Electrical and Mechanical Services Department, Labour Department and Department of Health.