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--Probability of infection (%)-++Probability of infection (%)+{% block warning_animation %}- - {% block disclaimer_container %} -
-- {% block disclaimer %} -- {% endblock disclaimer_container %} {% endblock report_footer %}
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Disclaimer:- CARA is a risk assessment tool developed to model the concentration of viruses in enclosed spaces, in order to inform space-management decisions. -
-- CARA models the concentration profile of potential infectious viruses in enclosed spaces with clear and intuitive graphs. - The user can set a number of parameters, including room volume, exposure time, activity type, mask-wearing and ventilation. - The report generated indicates how to avoid exceeding critical concentrations and chains of airborne transmission in spaces such as individual offices, meeting rooms and labs. -
-- The risk assessment tool simulates the long-range airborne spread SARS-CoV-2 virus in a finite volume, assuming a homogenous mixture, and estimates the risk of COVID-19 infection therein. - The results DO NOT include short-range airborne exposure (where the physical distance is a significant factor) nor the other known modes of SARS-CoV-2 transmission. - Hence, the output from this model is only valid when the other recommended public health & safety instructions are observed, such as adequate physical distancing, good hand hygiene and other barrier measures. -
-- The model used is based on scientific publications relating to airborne transmission of infectious diseases, dose-response exposures and aerosol science, as of February 2021. - It can be used to compare the effectiveness of different airborne-related risk mitigation measures. -
-- Note that this model applies a deterministic approach, i.e., it is assumed at least one person is infected and shedding viruses into the simulated volume. - Nonetheless, it is also important to understand that the absolute risk of infection is uncertain, as it will depend on the probability that someone infected attends the event. - The model is most useful for comparing the impact and effectiveness of different mitigation measures such as ventilation, filtration, exposure time, physical activity and - the size of the room, only considering long-range airborne transmission of COVID-19 in indoor settings. -
-- This tool is designed to be informative, allowing the user to adapt different settings and model the relative impact on the estimated infection probabilities. - The objective is to facilitate targeted decision-making and investment through comparisons, rather than a singular determination of absolute risk. - While the SARS-CoV-2 virus is in circulation among the population, the notion of 'zero risk' or 'completely safe scenario' does not exist. - Each event modelled is unique, and the results generated therein are only as accurate as the inputs and assumptions. -
-- CARA has not undergone review, approval or certification by competent authorities, and as a result, it cannot be considered - as a fully endorsed and reliable tool, namely in the assessment of potential viral emissions from infected hosts to be modelled. -
- - {% endblock disclaimer %} -{% block simulation_overview %} +
+{% block disclaimer_container %} +Simulation:@@ -414,8 +374,54 @@
++ {% block disclaimer %} ++{% endblock disclaimer_container %} + + +
+ +Disclaimer:+ CARA is a risk assessment tool developed to model the concentration of viruses in enclosed spaces, in order to inform space-management decisions. +
++ CARA models the concentration profile of potential infectious viruses in enclosed spaces with clear and intuitive graphs. + The user can set a number of parameters, including room volume, exposure time, activity type, mask-wearing and ventilation. + The report generated indicates how to avoid exceeding critical concentrations and chains of airborne transmission in spaces such as individual offices, meeting rooms and labs. +
++ The risk assessment tool simulates the long-range airborne spread SARS-CoV-2 virus in a finite volume, assuming a homogenous mixture, and estimates the risk of COVID-19 infection therein. + The results DO NOT include short-range airborne exposure (where the physical distance is a significant factor) nor the other known modes of SARS-CoV-2 transmission. + Hence, the output from this model is only valid when the other recommended public health & safety instructions are observed, such as adequate physical distancing, good hand hygiene and other barrier measures. +
++ The model used is based on scientific publications relating to airborne transmission of infectious diseases, dose-response exposures and aerosol science, as of February 2021. + It can be used to compare the effectiveness of different airborne-related risk mitigation measures. +
++ Note that this model applies a deterministic approach, i.e., it is assumed at least one person is infected and shedding viruses into the simulated volume. + Nonetheless, it is also important to understand that the absolute risk of infection is uncertain, as it will depend on the probability that someone infected attends the event. + The model is most useful for comparing the impact and effectiveness of different mitigation measures such as ventilation, filtration, exposure time, physical activity and + the size of the room, only considering long-range airborne transmission of COVID-19 in indoor settings. +
++ This tool is designed to be informative, allowing the user to adapt different settings and model the relative impact on the estimated infection probabilities. + The objective is to facilitate targeted decision-making and investment through comparisons, rather than a singular determination of absolute risk. + While the SARS-CoV-2 virus is in circulation among the population, the notion of 'zero risk' or 'completely safe scenario' does not exist. + Each event modelled is unique, and the results generated therein are only as accurate as the inputs and assumptions. +
++ CARA has not undergone review, approval or certification by competent authorities, and as a result, it cannot be considered + as a fully endorsed and reliable tool, namely in the assessment of potential viral emissions from infected hosts to be modelled. +
+ + {% endblock disclaimer %} +