THE CONNECTED CO2 SENSOR, WHAT IS ITS INTEREST?
The CO2 sensor has been at the heart of discussions in recent weeks for ERPs, more specifically in schools and universities, in order to best prepare for welcoming students. How to prevent the spread of viruses? How to protect your employees and students? The CO2 sensor allows you to measure the level of CO2 present in the air, but also to know when the CO2 concentration threshold reaches 800 PPM.
The High Council of Public Health recommends the implementation of measurement campaigns in ERPs in order to identify potential risk areas. The aeration and ventilation of enclosed spaces are one of the most recommended keys in the health protocol for ERP. Remember that CO2 is produced through our breathing. Too much CO2 in a room is harmful to health. If the CO2 concentration threshold is high, the risk of contracting viruses including Covid-19 is also high... The CO2 sensor is therefore a good way to check the air quality when your students are in an enclosed space.
It is therefore strongly recommended to ventilate the rooms for 15 minutes before students enter the classroom. Ventilation of the rooms is also recommended when the room is empty in order to renew the air (recess, between classes, at lunchtime, etc.). But ventilation must also be done when your CO2 sensor indicates that the CO2 concentration threshold in your room has been exceeded, even if this space is occupied.
Today the indoor air quality market is booming, so we can have access to all types of CO2 sensors (connected or not). We will see what are the differences between a connected sensor and a non-connected sensor, in order to help you in your choice of CO2 sensor equipment.