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Develop and implement an IAQ management plan for the construction and occupancy phases:
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What kind of construction or renovation activities count as a facility alteration/addition? We had the flooring removed and replaced, does that count?The answer to this question is available to LEEDuser premium members. Start a free trial » (If you're already a premium member, log in here.) |
Our facility is located in a climate where it will be difficult to maintain the 60 degrees F and 60% humidity requirements associated with the flush-out. Is there anyway to bypass this requirement?The answer to this question is available to LEEDuser premium members. Start a free trial » (If you're already a premium member, log in here.) |
Can we substitute the IAQ testing requirements from other rating systems instead of performing the required flush-out?The answer to this question is available to LEEDuser premium members. Start a free trial » (If you're already a premium member, log in here.) |
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Addenda
The fourth new bullet should read: "Replace all filtration media immediately prior to occupancy."
The second new bullet should read: "Equivalent filtration media Class F5 or higher, as defined by CEN Standard EN 779-2002, Particulate air filters for general ventilation, Determination of the filtration performance."
Under the fourth bullet, add four bullets, indented:
Delete the Alternative Compliance Path for Projects Outside the U.S.
The third new bullet should read: "Equivalent filtration media with a minimum dust spot efficiency of 30% and greater than 90% arrestance on a particle size of 3-10
The first new bullet should read: "Filtration media has a minimum efficiency reporting value (MERV) of 8, as determined by ASHRAE Standard 52.2-1999 (with errata but without addenda)."
The fourth bullet should read "If permanently installed air-handlers must be used during construction, filtration media must be used at each return air grille and must meet one of the following criteria below. Replace all filtration media immediately prior to occupancy."
To meet the flush-out requirement of IEQc1.5:Indoor Air Quality Management for Facility Additions and Alterations for LEED EBOM v2009, can a project team perform air testing as described within the design and construction LEED 2009 rating systems?
The applicant is requesting clarification of an alternative compliance path for the flush-out procedure. The project can perform air quality testing as in other LEED rating systems in lieu of the flush-out procedure if the following conditions are met: 1) air testing must be conducted for all portions of the additions and renovations 2) the addition or renovation must be unoccupied during testing, and tested only after all construction activities have been completed, prior to occupancy 3) IAQ testing must follow the requirements listed in Option 2. Air Testing of the LEED NC v2009 credit IEQc3.2: Construction Indoor Air Quality Management Plan--Before Occupancy. 4) All other requirements of the EBOM credit must be adhered to.
LEEDuser overview
LEED is changing all the time, and every project is unique. Even seasoned professionals can miss a critical detail and lose a credit or even a prerequisite at the last minute. Our expert advice guides our LEEDuser Premium members and saves you valuable time.
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© Copyright U.S. Green Building Council, Inc. All rights reserved.
Develop and implement an IAQ management plan for the construction and occupancy phases:
Checklists
LEEDuser’s checklists walk you through the key action steps you need to earn a credit, including how to avoid common pitfalls and save money.
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Documentation toolkit
LEEDuser’s Documentation Toolkit is loaded with calculators to help assess credit compliance, tracking spreadsheets for materials, sample templates to help guide your narratives and LEED Online submissions, and examples of actual submissions from certified LEED projects for you to check your work against. To get your plaque, start with the right toolkit.
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of construction or renovation activities count as a facility alteration/addition? We had the flooring removed and replaced, does that count?The answer to this question is available to LEEDuser premium members. Start a free trial » (If you're already a premium member, log in here.) |
Our facility is located in a climate where it will be difficult to maintain the 60 degrees F and 60% humidity requirements associated with the flush-out. Is there anyway to bypass this requirement?The answer to this question is available to LEEDuser premium members. Start a free trial » (If you're already a premium member, log in here.) |
Can we substitute the IAQ testing requirements from other rating systems instead of performing the required flush-out?The answer to this question is available to LEEDuser premium members. Start a free trial » (If you're already a premium member, log in here.) |
Addenda
The fourth new bullet should read: "Replace all filtration media immediately prior to occupancy."
The second new bullet should read: "Equivalent filtration media Class F5 or higher, as defined by CEN Standard EN 779-2002, Particulate air filters for general ventilation, Determination of the filtration performance."
Under the fourth bullet, add four bullets, indented:
Delete the Alternative Compliance Path for Projects Outside the U.S.
The third new bullet should read: "Equivalent filtration media with a minimum dust spot efficiency of 30% and greater than 90% arrestance on a particle size of 3-10
The first new bullet should read: "Filtration media has a minimum efficiency reporting value (MERV) of 8, as determined by ASHRAE Standard 52.2-1999 (with errata but without addenda)."
The fourth bullet should read "If permanently installed air-handlers must be used during construction, filtration media must be used at each return air grille and must meet one of the following criteria below. Replace all filtration media immediately prior to occupancy."
To meet the flush-out requirement of IEQc1.5:Indoor Air Quality Management for Facility Additions and Alterations for LEED EBOM v2009, can a project team perform air testing as described within the design and construction LEED 2009 rating systems?
The applicant is requesting clarification of an alternative compliance path for the flush-out procedure. The project can perform air quality testing as in other LEED rating systems in lieu of the flush-out procedure if the following conditions are met: 1) air testing must be conducted for all portions of the additions and renovations 2) the addition or renovation must be unoccupied during testing, and tested only after all construction activities have been completed, prior to occupancy 3) IAQ testing must follow the requirements listed in Option 2. Air Testing of the LEED NC v2009 credit IEQc3.2: Construction Indoor Air Quality Management Plan--Before Occupancy. 4) All other requirements of the EBOM credit must be adhered to.
M. Arch, LEED AP+Homes, CPHC
SERA Architects
Integrated Design & LEED Specialist