Post installation, damages can still occur; material protection must continue and adequate cleaning must take place prior to occupancy; building occupants also need to understand the correct use of building systems. Geoff Brock describes how indoor air quality testing and equipment commissioning verify proper function, while full participation and education at all phases ensures that design intent is carried through to occupancy.
4_2b_5_Geoff Brock_Commissioning and Preparing for Occupancy.mp4
Key Terms
Final Cleaning
Indoor Air Quality Testing
Flush Out
Commissioning
Systems Manual
Contaminants
Discussion Points
Why is it important to take additional precautionary steps at the final phases of construction?
What kinds of practices should be adopted?
How should the site be aired out, cleaned, or prepared?
What kinds of commissioning measurements should be taken?
What if these measurements show an unexpected presence of toxic chemicals?
How should these measurements be documented for the ongoing operation of the building?