Sick building syndrome--a case study in Zagreb.
Sick building syndrome was investigated in a newly built office building. Information about health complaints from the employees was obtained by means of a self-administered questionnaire. Measurements of microclimate conditions and air pollution levels confirmed that the employees' complaints were justified. Because of a high percentage of complaints, the questionnaire was evaluated by means of factor analysis. The results showed logical grouping of the complaints and/or symptoms, suggesting credibility of the answer. Factor analysis proved to be an appropriate tool for detecting and evaluating sick building syndrome.
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Institute for Medical Research and Occupational Health, Zagreb, Croatia.
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D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D016902:Air Pollution, Indoor; D017523:Croatia; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged