The Commissioning Process to Meet the LEED Requirements

Presented by Mel James CFMS Consulting Inc.

Purpose of LEED

LEED Requirements Identify:

Elective vs Mandatory Credits

Indoor Environmental Quality

Indoor Environmental Quality

Credit
1 2 3 Carbon Monoxide Monitoring Ventilation Effectiveness Construction IAO Management Plan

4 5 6 7 8

Low-Emitting Materials Indoor Chemical and Pollutant Control Thermal Comfort Controllability of Systems Daylight and Views

Energy and Atmosphere (EA)

Energy and Atmosphere Credits

Credit
1 2 2.1 Optimum Energy Performance Renewable Energy Renewable Energy

Points
1-10 1 1

2.2 3 4 5 6

Renewable Energy Best Practice Commissioning Ozone Protection Measurement and Verification Green Power

1 1 1 1 1

Benefits of Commissioning

Benefits of Commissioning

Benefits of Commissioning
Better control of construction costs

Better control of the construction schedule

A smoother turnover from construction to occupancy Well-trained building operators to maintain the design intent performance of the building systems

Benefits of Commissioning
Confirmation of the energy efficiency of the building systems

Better protection of the equipment life expectancy Better maintenance and operating procedures

The Commissioning Authority

Engaged early in the design process

Must have commissioning experience

Commissioning Authority Experience

HVAC design HVAC inspection

Building Control systems design and commissioning Mechanical & Electrical systems commissioning
Building systems operation and maintenance

Fundamental Commission

The owner The design team that is not directly involved with the project Independent commissioning authority

Independent commissioning authority

The Commissioning Process

Design Stage Construction Stage Performance Testing Stage

Training and Documentation Stage

Acceptance Stage Post-Construction Stage

The Design Stage

Building Owner Design Intent

Consultants

Design Development Design Brief Documentation Review Commissioning Plan Commissioning Spec

Commissioning Authority

The Construction Stage:

Planning

Planning
Assemble testing forms manual
Testing form for each test specified

Identify requirements
Who conducts? Required equipment Co-ordinate with trades Witnesses

Scheduling of tests Review shop drawings

The Construction Stage:

Testing

Testing

Plan Co-ordinate Schedule

Testing

Mechanical
Drainage system Piping Pressure tests Ductwork Pressure tests

Testing

Electrical
Factory tests Cable tests Switchboard tests Panel Board tests

The Construction Stage:

Equipment Testing

Equipment Testing
Mechanical Equipment Start-ups

Fans Pumps Terminal Equipment Large Equipment

Equipment Testing
Electrical

Diesel Generators ATS UPS

The Construction Stage:

Systems Testing

Systems Testing

Systems
Building Automation Fire Alarm Lighting Security Emergency Power

Systems Testing

Testing Procedure
Hardware Software

Systems Testing

Manufacturers Certificate

Acceptance Procedures

The Construction Stage:

Air & Water Balancing

Air & Water Testing

Balancing Contractor will:
Provide a balancing plan
Review the Installation

Witness the Contractor Tests

Generate Reports

Assist the Commissioning Consultant during Performance testing

Conduct Balancing

The Construction Stage:

Performance Testing

Performance Testing
Conducted by the Commissioning Team
Led by Commissioning Authority Supported by: Design Team Contractors Manufacturers

Performance Testing

Prepares performance test procedures

Documents results and compares with design intent

The Construction Stage:

Design Team Review

Design Team Review

Conduct final review after contractors final check out and performance tests have been completed
Prepare final deficiency list

Achieve substantial completion

The Construction Stage:

Documentation

Documentation
O & M Manuals

As-Built Documentation
Systems Operating Manual

The Construction Stage:

Training

Training

Classroom and system sessions

O & M manuals available at each session

Training

Each session covers:

System Design Operation Maintenance Trouble-shooting

Training

Record each session

Review the design intent

Review the building operation

The Construction Stage:

Acceptance

Acceptance

As-built drawings and shop drawings

O&M manuals

Complete testing manual Training completed

All certificates

Warranty certificates

Post-Construction Commissioning

Seasonal Commissioning

Performance Testing during the opposite season

Post-Construction Commissioning

Building Operational Plan

Occupant complaint process Warranty repair process Additional training

Post-Construction Commissioning

Warranty Period Review Design intent performance Operating performance

LEED

Assemble owners design intent

Review the basis of design

Prepare a commissioning plan

Incorporate plan into construction documentation

LEED
Verify testing process conducted by the contractor Conduct functional performance tests Review O & M manuals Complete commissioning reports

LEED

Peer review of the schematic design Peer review of the construction documents Review of the contractor submittals Systems operating manual Post-occupancy plan