Starting to feel wheezy in my office..?

I have just taken a 2 week temp booking in one of the most scruffy offices I have ever worked in. It smells real bad and it's generally filthy. I'm starting to feel slightly wheezy here, but I have just registered with the agency and don't want to start off on a bad foot. I think they'll think I'm lying and might not hire me again. I don't want to continue it next week. What should I do?

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temp agencies are generally pretty good about resolving issues w/their employees, especially if it has to do with your health.

dirt and dust can trigger allergic reactions which is what probably caused you to start wheezing-this can become very dangerous-causing you to start to have difficulty breathing b/c as the reaction gets worse, your throat swells up and can eventually close.

i would call the manager of the temp agency and explain to him/her your concerns and see if there is somewhere else they can place you. if not-then explain your reason for not wanting to return and look for employment elsewhere-there are a ton of temp agencies out there and office jobs are always open. you're health is not worth the risk..

get your butt out of there and do whats best for you not everyone else, i'm sure you want to give 100% in your job so find somewhere you can be happy.
The term "sick building syndrome" (SBS) is used to describe situations in which building occupants experience acute health and comfort effects that appear to be linked to time spent in a building, but no specific illness or cause can be identified. The complaints may be localized in a particular room or zone, or may be widespread throughout the building. In contrast, the term "building related illness" (BRI) is used when symptoms of diagnosable illness are identified and can be attributed directly to airborne building contaminants.

Indicators of SBS include:

Building occupants complain of symptoms associated with acute discomfort, e.g., headache; eye, nose, or throat irritation; dry cough; dry or itchy skin; dizziness and nausea; difficulty in concentrating; fatigue; and sensitivity to odors.
The cause of the symptoms is not known.
Most of the complainants report relief soon after leaving the building.
Indicators of BRI include:

Building occupants complain of symptoms such as cough; chest tightness; fever, chills; and muscle aches
The symptoms can be clinically defined and have clearly identifiable causes.
Complainants may require prolonged recovery times after leaving the building.
Are you stationed near the copier? Copiers give off ozone, which can make some people sneeze and wheeze..

Of course, it could just be good old fashioned nastiness from the filth..
see your doc, get a report and sue you agency and the office, sod em, have some time off.
Be honest with the agency - if they are remotely reputable, they'll understand.

If not - then find another one. Your health has to come first.
If it was me I would go back to the temp agency and explain to them, if they are a good agency they should understand. It is probably the dust
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