The article discusses the potential for airborne transmission of SARS-CoV-2 and the importance of engineering controls to minimize this risk. It highlights that while the primary routes of transmission are through larger respiratory droplets and direct contact, evidence suggests that small airborne droplets can also contribute to infection. The authors argue that existing evidence is sufficient to warrant the implementation of engineering controls, such as improved ventilation, particle filtration, and air disinfection, in public buildings. These measures, combined with other infection control strategies like social distancing and hand hygiene, can significantly reduce the risk of airborne transmission. The article provides detailed recommendations for implementing these controls, emphasizing the need for increased ventilation rates, avoiding air recirculation, and using air cleaning and disinfection devices. It concludes by emphasizing the importance of these measures in protecting healthcare workers, patients, and the general public.The article discusses the potential for airborne transmission of SARS-CoV-2 and the importance of engineering controls to minimize this risk. It highlights that while the primary routes of transmission are through larger respiratory droplets and direct contact, evidence suggests that small airborne droplets can also contribute to infection. The authors argue that existing evidence is sufficient to warrant the implementation of engineering controls, such as improved ventilation, particle filtration, and air disinfection, in public buildings. These measures, combined with other infection control strategies like social distancing and hand hygiene, can significantly reduce the risk of airborne transmission. The article provides detailed recommendations for implementing these controls, emphasizing the need for increased ventilation rates, avoiding air recirculation, and using air cleaning and disinfection devices. It concludes by emphasizing the importance of these measures in protecting healthcare workers, patients, and the general public.