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Use our free lending library of HEPA air purifiers, far-UVC lights, CO2 monitors, and accessibility tools to make your spaces and events safer and more inclusive.
Borrowing a tool from our free lending library requires you to fill out a form, which is linked below. If you need accessibility support in filling out the form, please email us at CleanAirNebraska@gmail.com.
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HEPA Air Filter
Omaha owns 2 SA600 from Smarter Air. Air filtration is divided into many classes and grades and HEPA filtration is one of the most efficient classes. HEPA stands for "high efficiency particulate air.” These types of filters remove harmful particles such as dust, pollen, and virus aerosols like COVID-19. HEPA air purifiers will remove "at least 99.97% of airborne particles that are 0.3 microns (µm) in size," according to the EPA. HEPA air purifiers help clean the air of any enclosed space, like homes, offices, hospitals, waiting rooms, and large venues.
Available in Omaha.
Corsi-Rosenthal Box
A Corsi-Rosenthal box is a DIY alternative to commercial HEPA air purifiers. It works by using a normal box fan to pull air through HEPA furnace-type filters, which are securely duct-taped to the fan, creating a cube shape. The Crosi-Rosenthal box functions and performs "similarly to residential portable air cleaners" according to UCDavis research. Meaning, the box will effectively remove particles such as dust, smoke, pollen, mold spores, and viruses like COVID-19. On average, Corsi-Rosenthal boxes can be made for a third of the cost of a commercial air purifier.
Available in Lincoln.
CO2 Monitor
Borrow the Aranet4 to monitor the safety of your space and adjust accordingly. CO2 monitors offer real-time information about the concentration of CO2 in the air around you. This is important because research is showing that in public spaces CO2 levels in the air can parallel COVID-19 risk. When you know the concentration of CO2, you have an idea of how well a space is being ventilated. If levels are high, you can open doors and windows, clear the room, or turn up air filters. This tool is a great resource to gain data to use in advocating for cleaner air in your workplace, rental, or your favorite venue.
Available in Omaha.
Far-UVC Light
Lincoln’s library offers a Far UV Technologies Legacy-Guard. Far-UVC lights are a newer modification of the common UV germicidal lights found in all kinds of sanitizing technologies. Scientists have known about the germicidal nature of UVC light for more than a century. Today it is commonly used in healthcare settings and some home sanitation devices like vacuums and phone cleaners. Research now shows that shortening the wavelength of standard UVC light can make the light safe for skin and eyes, while maintaining very high levels of air sanitization. In studies, far-UVC light reduces airborne pathogens by 98%.
Available in Lincoln.
Ramp
The ORFORD non-skid wheelchair ramp is 2 feet long and can hold 800 pounds. This ramp is great for making temporary events more accessible, especially if your entrance has a threshold higher than ½ inch, per the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standard. This ramp can also be used on curbs when planning routes that lack curb cuts. Please refer to the Reference Use Height and Scenario Resource to determine if this ramp is a good fit for your venue.
Available in Omaha.
Three sound-reduction ear muffs are available to make your event more accessible. It is great to have ear defenders on hand to provide sensory access, especially if your event is loud.
Available in Omaha.
Ear Defenders
Safety Vests
Five orange, adjustable size, reflective, high visibility safety vests are provided for your use in community events.
Available in Omaha.
Wagon
The collapsible folding wagon is great for anyone who needs support carting other lending library items to and from your event. It has an adjustable handle, 350 pound weight capacity, and 6.7 cubic feet of cargo space. While the wheels are all-terrain, we ask that you return the wagon better than you found it; please clean using a damp rag. In order to increase the longevity of this community resource, the wagon may NOT be borrowed for personal use, such as camping trips or to move.
Available in Omaha.