Construction Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Management for LEED Projects

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Green Ideas - Environmental Education

2 LEED BD+C Specific GBCI CE Hours

Identify the key IEQ credit requirements and strategies before, during and after construction, and review a detailed analysis of a LEED compliant Indoor Air Quality Management Plan that can be used to drive the achievement of all applicable IEQ credits.

Module 1: LEED 2009 Updates

As an overview of the seven LEED Credit categories, this module identifies the two key categories for construction professionals. It highlights the updates to LEED for New Construction and the reference materials available for further research.

Module 2: Review of Key IEQ Credits

Focus on the specific Credits related to a Construction IAQ Management Plan. The focus is on IEQ Prerequisite 2 - Environmental Tobacco Smoke (ETS) Control, Construction IAQ Management Plan Credits (During Construction and Before Occupancy) and all Low-Emitting Materials Credits. The five SMACNA control measures for IEQc3.1 are discussed in detail with information on best practices and effective documentation.

Module 3: Roles and Responsibilities

Highlight the importance of understanding the roles and responsibilities of the Design and Construction Teams. Learn how to define specifications for LEED projects and how to address compliance issues. Understand the key items to consider in the subcontractor bid evaluation process.

Module 4: IAQ Plan Components

Explain the details of a Construction Indoor Air Quality Management (CIAQM) Plan and its critical components. Learn what all LEED-compliant plans should include and cover the basic elements essential to any well-defined plan, not just a LEED IAQ plan. Receive guidance on photographic documentation, and how to address scheduling considerations and strategies.