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Article R4222-5 of the French Labour Code

Ventilation by natural ventilation, provided exclusively by the opening of windows or other openings giving direct access to the outside, is authorised when the volume per occupant is equal to or greater than :
1° 15 cubic metres for offices and premises where light physical work is performed;
2° 24 cubic metres for other premises.

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Article R4222-5


L’aération par ventilation naturelle, assurée exclusivement par ouverture de fenêtres ou autres ouvrants donnant directement sur l’extérieur, est autorisée lorsque le volume par occupant est égal ou supérieur à :
1° 15 mètres cubes pour les bureaux et les locaux où est accompli un travail physique léger ;
2° 24 mètres cubes pour les autres locaux.

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