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. 2021 Sep 15;18(18):9712. doi: 10.3390/ijerph18189712

Table 1.

Recommendations for kindergartens to contain the spread of SARS-CoV-2.

Protocols/Recommendations Regarding Air Quality and Thermal Comfort
Natural
vntilated buildings
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    Regular opening of windows wider than usual, even if this causes certain thermal discomfort.

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    Opening of windows to support correct ventilation before and after a space is occupied by several people Windows must be open for approximately 15 min before people can enter a closed space in non-residential buildings.

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    Recommended minimum air change of 6–12 changes per hour (5–6 for schools).

Mechanically ventilated buildings
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    Constant ventilation through fresh air supply with the highest possible air flow, which does not circulate within the room.

Recommendations Regarding Thermal Comfort
All buildings
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    Setting the temperature below 21 °C and humidity below 40% is not recommended, as these are optimal conditions for the survival of SARS-CoV-2.