本文件涉及使用杀菌紫外线辐射对室内空气和表面进行消毒；对人类的潜在危险；对材料和植物的潜在影响；UVGI技术；以及安全措施和预防措施。它不涉及辐射或接触限值方面的光生物安全；这些主题将在ANSI/IES RP-27-20《推荐做法:照明系统的光生物安全》的更新中讨论。

This document addresses the use of germicidal ultraviolet radiation for disinfection of room air and surfaces; potential dangers for humans; potential effects on materials and plants; UVGI technologies; and safety measures and precautions. It does not address photobiological safety with respect to emission or exposure limits; those topics will be addressed in an update to ANSI/IES RP-27-20, Recommended Practice: Photobiological Safety for Lighting Systems.