FALLS CHURCH, VA — The new American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA) Formaldehyde Resource Center is a hub of information including frequently asked questions regarding formaldehyde and a listing of certified industrial hygiene consultants.

AIHA launched the Formaldehyde Resource Center on Earth Day, April 22, 2015.

The public has recently grown concerned regarding overexposure to formaldehyde in laminate wood flooring and other products found in homes. The plight of Lumber Liquidators is a Cautionary Tale on the importance of vendor reliability and compliance with regulations as the company's fortunes and reputation continue to swoon in recent months. Particularly damaging was a story by Anderson Cooper on the CBS News show 60 Minutes.

The unique Resource Center provides information regarding formaldehyde, including: frequently asked questions, tips on finding an industrial hygienist to assist in testing and analyzing results of testing if there is a concern of high levels of formaldehyde in the home, and other resources.

“AIHA has responded to numerous requests from consumers concerning press reports of formaldehyde in press wood products with the Formaldehyde Resource Center” said Donald Weekes, member of the AIHA Board of Directors’ Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) Committee.

“The Q&A section provides consumers with expert and well-written answers to many of the questions that are concerning to homeowners and others about the potential of formaldehyde in pressed wood products. The AIHA Formaldehyde Resource Center helps consumers to make well informed decisions about the next steps to take to address this issue,” said Weekes.

Formaldehyde is a naturally-occurring organic compound that can be in gas or liquid form. In widespread use, formaldehyde's toxicity, and volatility make exposure a significant consideration for human health.