Indoor Air Quality Association Australia Chapter Podcast

Julien Colangelo
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The IAQA Australia Chapter Podcast www.iaqaaustralia.org.au contact@iaqaaustralia.org.au

Episodes

  1. 08/10/2025

    IAQAAPOD Ep8: The Assessment of Wildfire Smoke and Contents (Dr Joe Spurgeon Feb. 2021)

    In this episode we revist Dr Joe Spurgeon's presentation from our Lunch and Learn series (February 2021). Dr. Joe Spurgeon is an internationally recognised expert in air pollution, combustion toxicology, and indoor environmental assessment. Drawing on decades of research and fieldwork, Dr. Spurgeon shares findings from his post-restoration study of wildfire-impacted homes, exploring how different sampling methods including tape lifts and wet wipes can reveal the extent of soot, char, and aldehyde contamination. Listeners will gain valuable insights into: How wildfire smoke residues persist months after an event The strengths and limitations of various surface and airborne sampling methods The challenges in defining “background conditions” after restoration Practical implications for restoration professionals and IAQ practitioners For more resources and upcoming events, visit www.iaqaaustralia.org.au and join the conversation with #IAQAAPod.

    27 min

  2. 06/10/2025

    IAQAAPOD Ep7: Ash Boss-Handley COH: Mould in Underground Environments

    In this episode, we’re joined by Ash Boss-Handley, a Certified Occupational Hygienist with extensive experience across construction, tunnelling, and mining industries. Ash shares insights into the unique challenges of working in underground environments, where a range of hazards—some less visible than others—can pose significant risks. While high-profile dangers often get the most attention, mould is a frequently overlooked issue in these settings, particularly due to inadequate ventilation and persistent humidity. Ash helps us unpack why mould deserves more focus, and how it impacts worker health and safety. We also explore what modern tunnelling and mining operations look like today, and the kinds of control measures used to manage these environmental hazards.

    32 min

  3. 04/20/2025

    IAQAAPOD Ep6: Mould Detection with Man's Best Friend (Hank Nolan Oct. 2020)

    Canines have been used to detect hidden mould for over 20 years. As one of the added investigative tools of a mould inspector, the dogs are able to pinpoint the location of mould infestations with a 98% rate of accuracy. They have been able to find mould behind fiber walls, wood and concrete. And they are your family friend when not working.  In this episode we revisit Hank Nolan's presentation from our Lunch and Learn series (October 2020). Hank is a retired Master Sgt from the US Army. In his 27 year career as a Military Policeman he spent 6 years as a K9 handler. Upon his return home he and his business partner continued training canines for explosive and narcotics detection.  They received an inquiry from a client as to if dogs could be safely trained to detect hidden moulds is their buildings.  The challenge was accepted. Over 1300 dogs later, here we are.

    31 min

  4. 12/23/2024

    IAQAAPOD Ep5: The Role of HVAC Systems on IAQ (Bryon Price Sept. 2020)

    In recent times dust storms, bushfires and the coronavirus have brought a focus to HVAC systems and their role in providing a healthy indoor environment during these events. This presentation will provide insights into HVAC design, operation and maintenance and how these systems can be configured to deal with these types of environmental challenges. In this episode we revisit Bryon Price's presentation from our lunch and learn series (September 2020). Bryon Price is a professional engineer with long and notable experience in building services. He is the Strategic Development Director for the A.G. Coombs Group of Companies.

    29 min

  5. 11/08/2024

    IAQAA Update: Annual General Meeting

    In this short episode we will give you a quick rundown of the upcoming Annual General Meeting to be held on the 14th of November 2024. The AGM is open for members only, RSVP at our website at https://www.iaqaaustralia.org.au/events-3/#!event/2024/11/13/iaqa-australia-annual-general-meeting

    4 min

  6. 10/06/2024

    IAQAAPOD Ep4: VP Jason Green - IAQAA 2024 Conference

    IAQA Australia Vice President Jason Green sits down with us to chat about our upcoming conference: Using Science to Bridge the Gap in Indoor Air Quality and Disaster Response - 28 - 29 October 2024 at Rydges Parramatta NSW

    21 min

  7. 09/25/2024

    IAQAAPOD Ep3: Melissa Marot (March 2020)

    Emotional responses in professionals after disaster events - management, recovery and improving staff psychological health and well-being (March 2020) In this episode, we revist Dr. Melissa Marot's presentation from our 2020 conference: Servicing Disasters in a Changing Climate. Dr Melissa Marot is a consultant organisational psychologist and neuropsychologist with a keen interest in the neurosciences. She has a specialist interest in well-being and performance at work. She has many years’ experience working with people and organisations, including Emergency Services, Defence, United Nations, Search and Rescue, International Disaster Recovery and Police. She has engaged in individual coaching, workshop facilitation, and organisational consulting around building effective organisations, leadership, transition and change. IAQAA Members can watch Melissa's full presentation on our website for free!

    46 min

  8. 07/28/2024

    IAQAAPOD Ep2: David Karoly (March 2020)

    Observed and projected changes in Australian climate extremes (March 2020) In this episode, we revisit Prof. David Karoly's presentation from our 2020 conference Servicing Disasters in a Changing Climate. David Karoly is a Professor Emeritus (honorary) at the University of Melbourne. He retired at the start of February 2022 from CSIRO in Australia, where he was a Chief Research Scientist in the CSIRO Climate Science Centre. He is an internationally recognised expert on climate change and climate variability. IAQAA Members can watch David's full presentaion on our website for free!

    1 hr

  9. 06/30/2024

    IAQAAPOD Ep1: Bryan Jepsen (IAQAA President)

    In our first full length episode, we sit down with IAQA Australia Chapter President Bryan Jepsen. Bryan talks about his experience in the IAQ industry, the upcoming IAQAA Conference (October 2024), and gives us an update on the technical working groups. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/zoo/clarity

    26 min
  10. IAQAAPOD Ep 0: Introduction

    06/11/2024 · BONUS

    IAQAAPOD Ep 0: Introduction

    Welcome to the Indoor Air Quality Association Australian Chapter Podcast! In Episode 0 our host Julien Colangelo gives a quick introduction into who we are and what our plans are for the pod. Email us at: contact@iaqaaustralia.org.au #IAQA # IAQAA #IAQAAPOD Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/zoo/clarity

    6 min
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